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2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty Recall

Ford F-450 Super Duty Recall service at Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa in Mesa, AZ

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Recall Summary

9 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Structure

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 19V880000 · 490,574 vehicles affected

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCrew Cab vehicles with carpet flooring. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.

Consequence

A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply heat resistant tape to the carpet and its insulation, and modify the B-Pillar insulation as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S52.

Structure1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 19V880000 · 490,574 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Equipment1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 19V398000 · 13 vehicles affected

Defect

LGE Coachworks, Inc. (LGE Coachworks) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ford E-450, F-550, and Freightliner M2-based vehicles equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager back-up camera displays. The displays may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.

Consequence

The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

ASA will notify LGE Coachworks owners, and dealers will replace the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA customer service at 1-800-384-4400 or LGE Coachworks at 1-800-209-3985.

Engine1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 18V894000 · 410,289 vehicles affected

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causing corrosion and damage.

Consequence

When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring and a fire.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and seal the block heater cable, or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 7, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S45.

Wiring Harness1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 19V278000 · 131,068 vehicles affected

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged.

Consequence

A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S11.

Brake Light1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 19V342000 · 17 vehicles affected

Defect

Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, and GMC G3500-based ambulances equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

Consequence

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Taylor Made will notify owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2019. Owners may contact Taylor Made Ambulances customer service at 1-800-468-1310.

Other2

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 19V398000 · 13 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Headlight1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 19V808000 · 86,296 vehicles affected

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2019 F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty trucks. The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may not dim when the headlight switch is moved into the On" position. As such

Consequence

DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C10.

Tailgate Latch1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 19V864000 · 231,664 vehicles affected

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks equipped with an electric tailgate latch release switch mounted in the tailgate handle. Water may enter the electrical wiring system and cause a short circuit, activating the switch and releasing the tailgate latches.

Consequence

Unintended tailgate opening may allow unrestrained cargo to fall out of the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate/frame wiring harnesses by adding jumper pigtails to isolate the tailgate release control circuits and will install a new tailgate handle release switch, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S48.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty?

NHTSA has issued 9 recalls for the 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty involving structure, equipment, engine, wiring harness, brake light, other equipment, headlight, and tailgate latch components.
The concerns include potential fire risks, a reversed backup-camera image, unexpected brake-light activation, daytime running lights that may not dim, and unintended tailgate opening.

How do I check if my 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty has an open recall?

You can check your 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty at NHTSA.gov or receive a free VIN check at our service department.
A VIN check confirms whether a campaign applies to your truck and whether the manufacturer remedy remains open.

How much does a 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty recall repair cost?

A covered 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty recall repair costs nothing at an authorized dealer.
The manufacturer’s specified remedy is performed at no charge when the vehicle is included in the campaign.

Can an independent shop fix a 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty recall?

No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy at no charge.
An independent shop may handle unrelated repairs, but recall remedies should be completed through an authorized dealer.

Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty?

Buyers and dealers check recall status, so completing an open recall can help support a smoother trade-in evaluation; visit our trade-in page to get started.
Ask for a free VIN check before discussing your truck’s trade-in.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Address Safety Concerns

NHTSA recall concerns for this truck include possible fire hazards from seat-belt pretensioner sparks near carpet or insulation, engine block-heater wiring that may overheat or melt, and a previously repaired cable that may short. Other risks include a reversed backup-camera image, brake lights that illuminate unexpectedly, daytime running lights that may not dim, and a tailgate that may release and drop cargo. Waiting can leave a safety-related defect unresolved, especially when the remedy is available at no charge. Check your VIN promptly and let an authorized technician determine which campaigns apply.

Trusted Ford Service

Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa provides recall support in Mesa, Arizona, for drivers from Gilbert, Tempe, Chandler, Scottsdale, and nearby communities. Our factory-trained technicians use manufacturer diagnostic tools to identify open campaigns and follow Ford’s specified repair procedures. OEM parts and approved updates help ensure the remedy matches the recall requirements. Covered recall work is completed at no charge to the owner, including the applicable inspection, software update, wiring repair, display replacement, insulation modification, or tailgate repair. When you want authorized Ford expertise close to home, our team is ready to help.

Take the Next Step

Start with a VIN check, then bring your truck to our service department if a campaign is open. You can schedule an appointment even if you are unsure whether a recall repair was completed, because the check is free and helps clarify your vehicle’s status. Our team can explain the manufacturer remedy and arrange the next step. Use our online schedule service option or contact Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa at 480-690-1279. Acting promptly can help reduce safety concerns and keep your truck ready for work.