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2018 Ford F-150 Oil Capacity and Oil Type by Engine
The 2018 Ford F-150 takes 6 quarts of SAE 5W-20 with a filter change (3.3L); or 6 quarts of SAE 5W-30 with a filter change (2.7L turbo, 3.5L turbo); or 8.8 quarts of SAE 5W-20 with a filter change (5.0L), according to the Ford owner's manual.
Quoted from the Ford owner's manual with page numbers. Figures online often conflict because they mix engines or with- and without-filter amounts, so match your engine first.
Compiled by Uzman Munib · Record updated · Source and review standards
2018 Ford F-150 oil capacity and oil type by engine
US quarts by engine, quoted from the Ford owner's manual with the page for each figure. Coverage is limited to the named configurations.
| Engine | Oil capacity | Oil grade | Without filter change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V63.3L V6 automatic | 6 US qtwith filter | SAE 5W-20 | Not stated | Ford fifth printing: 3.3L V6 capacities, printed p. 433Ford fifth printing: 3.3L V6 oil grade and approvals, printed p. 434Source noteFord lists 6 US qt including the oil filter for this engine and SAE 5W-20, meeting WSS-M2C945-B1. Use the manual supplied with your truck and check the level after filling. This row does not cover Raptor or diesel configurations. Checked 2026-09-30. Market: U.S./Canada; named gasoline engines in 2018 fifth-printing manual; Raptor and diesel excluded. |
| 5.0L V85.0L V8 10-speed automatic | 8.8 US qtwith filter | SAE 5W-20 | Not stated | Ford fifth printing: 5.0L V8 capacities, printed p. 442Ford fifth printing: 5.0L V8 oil grade and approvals, printed p. 443Source noteFord lists 8.8 US qt including the oil filter for this engine and SAE 5W-20, meeting WSS-M2C945-B1. Use the manual supplied with your truck and check the level after filling. This row does not cover Raptor or diesel configurations. Checked 2026-09-30. Market: U.S./Canada; named gasoline engines in 2018 fifth-printing manual; Raptor and diesel excluded. |
| 2.7L V6 Turbo2.7L EcoBoost 10-speed automatic | 6 US qtwith filter | SAE 5W-30 | Not stated | Ford fifth printing: 2.7L V6 Turbo capacities, printed p. 424Ford fifth printing: 2.7L V6 Turbo oil grade and approvals, printed p. 425Source noteFord lists 6 US qt including the oil filter for this engine and SAE 5W-30, meeting WSS-M2C946-B1. Use the manual supplied with your truck and check the level after filling. This row does not cover Raptor or diesel configurations. Checked 2026-09-30. Market: U.S./Canada; named gasoline engines in 2018 fifth-printing manual; Raptor and diesel excluded. |
| 3.5L V6 Turbo3.5L EcoBoost 10-speed automatic | 6 US qtwith filter | SAE 5W-30 | Not stated | Ford fifth printing: 3.5L V6 Turbo capacities, printed p. 438Ford fifth printing: 3.5L V6 Turbo oil grade and approvals, printed p. 439Source noteFord lists 6 US qt including the oil filter for this engine and SAE 5W-30, meeting WSS-M2C946-B1. Use the manual supplied with your truck and check the level after filling. This row does not cover Raptor or diesel configurations. Checked 2026-09-30. Market: U.S./Canada; named gasoline engines in 2018 fifth-printing manual; Raptor and diesel excluded. |
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At a glance
2018 Ford F-150 reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
Engine oil capacity
6 qt with filter
Source
3.3L V6 automatic manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-30OE tire size
Not published
Oil quantities include the filter. Match the engine and use the manual level-check procedure. The 13.1-US-qt transmission figure is an approximate dry fill, not a change quantity. Match the transmission: 6R80 uses MERCON LV; 10R80 uses MERCON ULV. Certification-label code 6 identifies 6R80; G identifies 10R80. Coolant capacity varies by engine. The capacity table does not supply a drain-and-refill amount.
2018 Ford F-150 Oil Capacity and Oil Type
Oil specification
Ford WSS-M2C945-B1
Source
3.3L V6 automatic manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-30Oil filter
Not published
2018 Ford F-150 Wheel Torque Specs
Fluids
Transmission fluid
Motorcraft MERCON LV, 6R80 six-speed
Source
3.3L V6 automatic manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-30Coolant type
Motorcraft Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant, WSS-M97B44-D2
Source
3.3L V6 automatic manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-30Power steering fluid
Not published
Differential fluid
Not published
3.3L V6 automatic manufacturer references
Ford fifth printing: 3.3L V6 capacities, printed p. 433 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford fifth printing: 3.3L V6 oil grade and approvals, printed p. 434 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford wheel lug nut torque, printed p. 413 Accessed 2026-09-30Motorcraft ATF application chart: 2018 6R80 and 10R80, pp. 1–2 Accessed 2026-09-302018 Ford F-150 MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 16 to 25 mpg across 38 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Configuration / engine | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F150 Pickup 2WD3.5L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 426 g/mi |
| F150 2WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE3.5L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 17 mpg | 22 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 466 g/mi |
| F150 3.5L 2WD GVWR>7599 LBS3.5L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 17 mpg | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 466 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD2.7L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 20 mpg | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,800 | 401 g/mi |
| F150 2WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE2.7L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 20 mpg | 25 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,800 | 401 g/mi |
| F150 2.7L 2WD GVWR>6649 LBS2.7L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 420 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD3.3L 6-cylinder · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,800 | 410 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 17 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 463 g/mi |
| F150 5.0L 2WD GVWR>7599 LBS5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 16 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,600 | 522 g/mi |
| F150 2WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,400 | 493 g/mi |
| F150 2WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE3.3L 6-cylinder · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 19 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
| F150 RAPTOR 4WD3.5L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,850 | 546 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD3.5L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 17 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 470 g/mi |
| F150 4WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE3.5L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 17 mpg | 22 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 468 g/mi |
| F150 3.5L 4WD GVWR>7599 LBS3.5L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,400 | 494 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD2.7L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 19 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
| F150 4WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE2.7L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 18 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 444 g/mi |
| F150 2.7L 4WD GVWR>6799 LBS2.7L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 19 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD3.3L 6-cylinder · Automatic (S6) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 18 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 442 g/mi |
| F150 5.0L 4WD GVWR>7599 LBS5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,600 | 523 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 16 mpg | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,400 | 485 g/mi |
| F150 4WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 16 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,600 | 523 g/mi |
| F150 4WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE3.3L 6-cylinder · Automatic (S6) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 17 mpg | 22 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 468 g/mi |
| F150 2WD FFV BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE3.3L 6-cylinder · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 19 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV3.3L 6-cylinder · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 20 mpg | 25 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,800 | 407 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV3.3L 6-cylinder · Automatic (S6) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 18 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 437 g/mi |
| F150 4WD FFV BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE3.3L 6-cylinder · Automatic (S6) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 17 mpg | 22 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 467 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 17 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 457 g/mi |
| F150 5.0L 2WD FFV GVWR>7599 LBS5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 16 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,600 | 520 g/mi |
| F150 2WD FFV BASE PAYLOAD LT5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,400 | 491 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 16 mpg | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,400 | 498 g/mi |
| F150 5.0L 4WD FFV GVWR>7599 LBS5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,600 | 523 g/mi |
| F150 4WD FFV BASE PAYLOAD LT5.0L 8-cylinder · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 16 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,600 | 522 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD3.0L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · DieselEPA configuration record | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,200 | 412 g/mi |
| F150 2WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE3.0L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive · DieselEPA configuration record | 22 mpg | 28 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,300 | 424 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD3.0L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · DieselEPA configuration record | 20 mpg | 25 mpg | 22 mpg | $3,600 | 463 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD XL/XLT3.0L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · DieselEPA configuration record | 21 mpg | 28 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,300 | 424 g/mi |
| F150 4WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE3.0L 6-cylinder turbo · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · DieselEPA configuration record | 20 mpg | 25 mpg | 22 mpg | $3,600 | 463 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2018 Ford F-150 annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 3.5L 6-cylinder turbo, Automatic (S10), Rear-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile. For a specific journey, budget a road trip and settle passenger shares.
Budget a transmission service for your confirmed procedure
Calculate drain-and-fill fluid purchases, parts and labor using the refill quantity and cycle count confirmed for your exact transmission. A listed total capacity does not establish the service refill amount.
2018 Ford F-150 recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 19 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · 20V097000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from the "Autolamps" switch position to "Headlamps On." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH · 21V983000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles with manual and power release tailgates. The tailgate latches may unlatch unexpectedly while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left-hand and right-hand tailgate latches, free of charge. An interim notification letter was mailed January 31, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S53.
TIRES · 21V155000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150, 2018-2020 F-250, F-350, and 2019 Escape vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S10.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT · 21E027000
Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain MOOG K500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 Ford F-150 trucks. The ball joint may have a misaligned dust boot and may be missing alignment hole and installation warning tag, which may lead to improper alignment of the ball joint.
Remedy: DRiV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the ball joint, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 5, 2021. Owners may contact Tenneco Automotive customer service at 1-877-489-6659.
ENGINE · 18V894000
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.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S45.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · 18V392000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition, F-150, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI V6 engines. These vehicles have high pressure fuel pump assemblies with welds that can fracture, which may cause an oil or fuel leak.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump and associated components, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S17.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER · 19V633000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07.
ENGINE · 19V278000
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.
Remedy: 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.
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER · 18V568000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. 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.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S27.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · 18V213000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and Mustang and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions. A roll pin may not have been installed in the transmission, potentially causing a loss of the "Park" function.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission to make sure it has the roll pin, installing one if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S09.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) · 18V214000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions and 2018 Ford F-150 and Expedition vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions (excluding Expedition vehicles with a Rotary Gear Shift Dial on the console). The gear shift cable clip may not be properly seated, allowing the transmission to be in a different gear than indicated by the gear shift lever position.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the shift cable locking clip and properly seat it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 18S10.
ENGINE · 17V672000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L engines. The cylinder heads may have been machined without lubrication supply holes for the camshaft bearing journals.
Remedy: Ford is not aware of any affected vehicles outside of dealer control. Should owner contact subsequently be required, arrangements will be made to transport their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the engine replaced.The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S37.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT · 17V669000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3L engine, a 6-speed transmission and a column mounted shift lever. Quickly moving the shift lever from Park to Drive may cause a loss of gear indication on the instrument cluster display and a momentary selection of an unintended gear, such as Reverse or Neutral before the vehicle achieves Drive function.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S35.
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS · 17V598000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor Super Cab pick-up trucks not equipped with a moonroof. The structural roof braces may be missing rivets at the attachment of the roof rail, thereby reducing the structural integrity.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install the rivets for the roof brace attachments, free of charge. The recall began October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S29.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST · 22V150000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · 24V852000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER · 25V236000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S37. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22V-150.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · 26V373000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V097. When the headlight switch is turned from "Autolamps" to "Headlamps On," the Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) may remain fully bright instead of dimming to parking lamps as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: ,Dealers will reprogram the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C28. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) · 26V375000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 17V669. Quickly moving the shift lever from Park to Drive may cause a loss of gear indication on the instrument cluster display and a momentary selection of an unintended gear, such as Reverse or Neutral.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S42. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
2018 Ford F-150 NHTSA safety ratings
No rating is published in the stored record for this year and model.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Confirm the engine, tire package and service procedure
Match your engine and transmission with the configuration selector. Check the door-jamb tire label for your installed wheel package and cold pressure. A capacity is not a substitute for the filling procedure in the owner's manual; transmission change quantities and total system capacities can describe different jobs.
Fields marked Not published have no compiled value here. They do not mean zero capacity, no maintenance requirement or permission to substitute a part. Request a specification correction with the exact year, engine and manufacturer reference.
Frequently asked questions
- How much oil does a 2018 Ford F-150 take?
- 3.3L V6 automatic: 6 US qt with filter; SAE 5W-20. 5.0L V8 10-speed automatic: 8.8 US qt with filter; SAE 5W-20. 2.7L EcoBoost 10-speed automatic: 6 US qt with filter; SAE 5W-30. 3.5L EcoBoost 10-speed automatic: 6 US qt with filter; SAE 5W-30.
- What type of oil does the 2018 Ford F-150 take?
- SAE 5W-20 (3.3L); SAE 5W-30 (2.7L turbo, 3.5L turbo); SAE 5W-20 (5.0L). Specification: Ford WSS-M2C945-B1; Ford WSS-M2C946-B1. Use the grade printed in your owner's manual or on the oil filler cap.
- Does the 2018 Ford F-150 oil capacity include the filter?
- Yes. These are the owner's manual's with-filter amounts. Check the dipstick after filling.
- What tire size and wheel torque does the 2018 Ford F-150 use?
- 3.3L V6 automatic: tire size not published; 150 ft-lb. 5.0L V8 10-speed automatic: tire size not published; 150 ft-lb. 2.7L EcoBoost 10-speed automatic: tire size not published; 150 ft-lb. 3.5L EcoBoost 10-speed automatic: tire size not published; 150 ft-lb.
- What is the 2018 Ford F-150 gas mileage?
- EPA combined ratings run from 16 to 25 mpg across 38 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
- Are these real-world MPG figures for the F-150?
- These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
- Does the 2018 Ford F-150 have recalls?
- NHTSA returned 19 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
- Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
- No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Ford fifth printing: 3.3L V6 capacities, printed p. 433 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford fifth printing: 3.3L V6 oil grade and approvals, printed p. 434 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford wheel lug nut torque, printed p. 413 Accessed 2026-09-30Motorcraft ATF application chart: 2018 6R80 and 10R80, pp. 1–2 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford fifth printing: 5.0L V8 capacities, printed p. 442 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford fifth printing: 5.0L V8 oil grade and approvals, printed p. 443 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford fifth printing: 2.7L V6 Turbo capacities, printed p. 424 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford fifth printing: 2.7L V6 Turbo oil grade and approvals, printed p. 425 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford fifth printing: 3.5L V6 Turbo capacities, printed p. 438 Accessed 2026-09-30Ford fifth printing: 3.5L V6 Turbo oil grade and approvals, printed p. 439 Accessed 2026-09-30Last updated