2018 Ford F-150Service bulletins

2018 Ford F-150 Technical Service Bulletins

418 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 Ford F-150. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

10153972Jan 18, 2019Brakes, Electrical system. Some 2018 F-150 and Expedition vehicles may exhibit a battery draw resulting in a discharged battery. An electronic park brake (EPB) switch internal short may cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module to wake up resulting in controller area network (CAN) system wake up. If the draw cannot be duplicated with fuse F70 removed, suspect the EPB switch.
10153920Jan 18, 2019Equipment, Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. Some 2018-2019 F-150 vehicles built at Kansas City Assembly Plant on or after 4-Apr-2018 and Dearborn Truck Plant on or after 13-Apr-2018 and some F-Super Duty vehicles built at Kentucky Truck Plant on or after 22-Apr-2018 and Ohio Assembly Plant on or after 18-Apr-2018 may exhibit doors that are difficult to unlatch or latch in temperatures at or below freezing. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the…
10153970Jan 17, 2019Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct this condition prior to programing remove the TCU fuse for 5 minutes then reinstall. Delete all previous session files for…
10153969Jan 17, 2019Equipment. Some 2012-2019 Vehicles may require repairs to the Smartlink system. Smartlink is a Ford Licensed Accessory which has a warranty provided by the accessory manufacturer. Warranty replacement parts for Smartlink that are ordered through Ford are not reimbursable through the Ford Motor Company warranty system. Please see the Warranty and Policy Manual for further information on Ford Licensed Accessories.
10153983Jan 16, 2019Engine. Certain 2018 Model Year F-150 and 2019 Mustang Vehicles equipped with 5.0L Engine - Throttle Body Replacement
10153986Jan 8, 2019Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Certain 2015-2018 Model Year F-150 and 2017-2018 Model Year F-250-F-550 Vehicles - Door Latch Freezing Concerns
10153915Jan 8, 2019Equipment. Some 2015-2019 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a console media bin door that will not open or is binding. This may be due to the console media bin door inertia switch being stuck in the active position. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10153921Jan 7, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct this condition, remove the TCU fuse for 5 minutes prior to programing. Delete all previous session files for the vehicle and…
10153954Dec 19, 2018Latches, locks and linkages. Certain 2015-2018 Model Year F-150 and 2017-2018 Model Year F-250-F-550 Vehicles - Door Latch Freezing Concerns
10153949Dec 14, 2018Engine cooling, Fuel system. Some 2017-2019 F-Super Duty and 2016-2019 F650-750 with 6.7L diesel engines, 2015-2019 Transit with 3.2L diesel engines and 2018-2019 F-150 with 3.0L diesel engines may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P206C in the powertrain control module (PCM). Review of repair data supports that P206C is often the result of incorrect diesel exhaust fluid (DEF)…
10153948Dec 14, 2018Electrical system. Some 2016-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 and a 6, 8 or 10 inch screen may show a pop-up message every key cycle that states 'SYNC can check for updates when connected to a WiFi network'. To remove the inconvenience of the pop-up the customer can either connect to a trusted WiFi network to complete the setup process or turn off WiFi in the WiFi settings located under the Settings menu. Adjusting…
10153936Dec 12, 2018Body and structure, Equipment. Some 2015-2019 F-150, 2017-2019 F-Super Duty, 2018-2019 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a vista roof opening panel may exhibit a binding/sticking, glass stuck open or closed, noisy operation including chatter, rattling, or grinding. This may be due to the glass brackets cracking and/or breaking apart. The glass panel brackets are serviceable separately from the frame assembly and require the roof…
10153943Dec 7, 2018Brakes, Steering. Some 2016-2019 F-150 vehicles may exhibit DTC C0051 in the ABS module. This DTC compares steering angle between the power steering control module (PSCM) and ABS and may set due to towing, driving in heavy winds, loose suspension or steering gear components, alignment, or harness or connector concerns with the ABS or PSCM circuits. The ABS pinpoint tests AE, LA, or LB may direct a replacement of the PSCM after…
10153942Dec 6, 2018Engine cooling. Some 2017-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost engine may exhibit excessive white or blue smoke from the exhaust at start up after a cold soak. If there is no associated oil consumption concern and no drivability symptoms present, do not attempt any repairs at this time. Engineering is investigating, monitor OASIS for updates.
10153931Dec 4, 2018Seats, Equipment. Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2019 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 Edge/F150/MKC/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017 Super Duty, 2018-2019 EcoSport/Expedition, and 2019 Nautilus vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral movement, or clunk/thump noise on turns. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10153930Dec 3, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Engine, Equipment. Some 2018 F-150 and 2018-2019 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTCs P0390 and/or P0394 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10152486Nov 30, 2018Fuel system, Electrical system, Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Certain 2018 Model Year F-150, 2019 Model Year F-250 through F-550 Superduty and 2019 Model Year F-650 through F-750 Medium Duty Vehicles Equipped with a Diesel Engine - Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming
10152460Nov 28, 2018Engine. Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit an engine rattle noise during a deceleration tip-out throttle maneuver from 1500 RPM to 800 RPM and/or during an acceleration tip-in throttle maneuver around 2000 RPM. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10152485Nov 20, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. Certain 2018 Model Year F-150 Raptor Vehicles - Raptor Supplement Auxiliary Switch Owner?s Manual Update
10152484Nov 19, 2018Engine. Certain 2018 Model Year F-150 and 2019 Mustang Vehicles equipped with 5.0L Engine - Throttle Body Replacement
10152474Nov 14, 2018Engine cooling. Some 2018-2019 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine built on or before 19-Oct-2018 may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P2457 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to missing or loose screws in exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system bypass module. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-08E. If no concerns are present with the bypass module screws, refer to the…
10152473Nov 14, 2018Engine cooling. For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related concerns, all steps within the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedure must be followed including replacement of all mandatory discarded parts. For all turbocharged engine applications, the turbocharger oil supply filter (6C683 gas engine/6L625 connector style or 6A968 diesel engine) must be replaced whenever the…
10152456Nov 2, 2018Engine cooling. Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P0471 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10152467Nov 1, 2018Engine cooling. Some 2011-2019 F-Super Duty, 2015-2019 Transit, 2016-2019 F-650/F-750 and 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L, 3.2L or 3.0L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P207F, P20EE, P229F, P2201 and/or P24AE. This may be a result of using aftermarket cleaning liquids or tools for the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler or intake.
10152466Nov 1, 2018Steering. 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a LKS system with customer complaints of steering wheel vibration, steering pull or vehicle drift may be due to an alert and/or steering aid input from the LKS. The LKS system detects unintentional drifting toward the outside of the lane and alerts and/or aids vehicle to stay in the lane. Be sure the customer understands how the lane departure warning feature settings work for Alert…
10152464Nov 1, 2018Electrical system. When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to the DLC located on the driver side under the steering column at the GWM, make sure that the ignition is off before connecting the VCM. If the ignition is on or the engine is running during the connection, it can result in various warning lights being illuminated with diagnostic…
10148739Oct 29, 2018Engine, Equipment. Some 2017-2018 F-150 and 2018 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost and built on or before 13-Jul-2018 may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0365 and/or P0369 with excessive oil consumption. If there are no visible external oil leaks, replace both engine valve covers. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 303-01. For claiming, use causal part 6582 and applicable labor operations in Section 6…
10148715Oct 23, 2018Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine built on or before 10-Oct-2018 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P06EA, P0315a, P20EE, P0401, P2201, P0106, P0191 and/or P061A stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10148729Oct 17, 2018Equipment, Steering. Some 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a steering drift, pull, and/or wander. To diagnose these conditions refer to Pinpoint Test (PPT) H - Steering System Pull, Drift, Wander or Steering Wheel is Off Center in Workshop Manual (WSM) Section, 211-00. Do not use PPT I - Poor Returnability Sticky Steering or Binding to diagnose drift, pull, and/or wander symptoms. These Pinpoint Tests are in the process of being…
10148745Oct 12, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Certain 2014-2016 Model Year F-250 ? F-550 and 2016 Model Year F-650 - F-750 Vehicles, With 6.7L Diesel Engine - Crankcase Ventilation Oil Separator Assembly. Certain 2018 Model Year F-150 and 2019 Model Year F-250 through F-550 Superduty Vehicles Equipped with a Diesel Engine - Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming
10148744Oct 12, 2018Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Certain 2018 Model Year Expedition and Navigator Vehicles Equipped With R-1234yf Refrigerant - Special R-1234yf Refrigerant Service Information. Certain 2015-2018 Model Year F-150 and 2017-2018 Model Year F-250-F-550 - Vehicles - Door Latch Freezing Concerns
10148709Oct 5, 2018Electrical system, Fuel system. Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost built on or before 12-Jul-2018 with greater than 500 miles may exhibit an illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0300, P0316, P0301-P0306, P2196, P2198, P0171, P0174, P219A, P219B, P0172 and/or P0175 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10148719Oct 4, 2018Equipment, Fuel system, Engine cooling. Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engines which have experienced fuel system contamination may have damaged fuel system components including the high pressure fuel pump and injectors.
10148707Oct 4, 2018Equipment. Some 2015-2018 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a glove box door that appears misaligned along the storage tray or right side instrument panel when closed. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10148718Oct 2, 2018Engine cooling. Some 2017-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost engine may exhibit white or grey smoke/vapor from the exhaust after cold start and/or black soot accumulation on the exhaust tailpipe. Some smoke during cold start is normal for EcoBoost engines due to their unique fueling characteristics.
10149786Sep 26, 2018Latches, locks and linkages. Certain 2015-2018 Model Year F-150 and 2017-2018 Model Year F-250-F-550 Vehicles - Door Latch Freezing Concerns
10149776Sep 26, 2018Electrical system. Some 2018 F-150, Expedition, and Navigator vehicles may exhibit a battery draw resulting in a discharged battery. An electronic park brake (EPB) switch internal short may cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module to wake up resulting in controller area network (CAN) system wake up. If the draw cannot be duplicated with fuse F70 removed, suspect the EPB switch.
10149774Sep 21, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2017-2019 F-Super Duty/2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with the 6.7L or 3.0L engines may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with DTC P208E in the powertrain control module (PCM). When performing pinpoint test RK, the results of the selective catalyst reductant (SCR) dosing measurement test (RK7) may be zero or below the specified 40-50mL requirement due to urea crystals plugging the DEF…
10149772Sep 21, 2018Brakes. Some 2018 F-150, Expedition, and Navigator vehicles may exhibit a concern of inoperative adaptive cruise control with no associated DTCs. This concern may occur if hot in run or start switched power is not present at the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module on circuit CBB17. A load test is recommended to test the ABS module power and ground circuits.
10149770Sep 21, 2018Electrical system. Some 2016-2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit the Android Auto Preference menu selection is not present after an update to version 3.0 software. In prior versions of SYNC 3 software this menu was present, however in version 3.0 software the Android Auto Preference menu will only show up once an Android Phone has been initially connected to SYNC.
10149768Sep 20, 2018Equipment. Some 2018 Explorer, Expedition, F150 excluding Raptor fleet vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit (TCU) may exhibit incomplete Ford Telematics service subscription activation, inability to remotely interface with a vehicle, and/or not receiving fleet alerts. Reprogram the TCU using the appropriate Ford scan tool at the latest software level. Fleet vehicle and TCU type can be identified in the Vehicle…
10149767Sep 20, 2018Engine cooling. Some 2017-2018 F-150 and 2018 Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost and built on or before 13-Jul-2018 may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0365 and/or P0369 with excessive oil consumption. If there are no visible external oil leaks, replace both engine valve covers. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 303-01. For claiming, use causal part 6582 and applicable labor operations in Section 6 of the…
10149748Sep 18, 2018Engine cooling. Some 2013-2018 F-150/Expedition/Navigator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent grinding noise coming from the right or left IWE area in 2WD mode. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10149758Sep 11, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2017-2018 F-150, 2018 Expedition/Navigator, 2018-2019 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 10R80 transmission may exhibit a whine noise. This may occur at idle and while driving coming from the bell housing and front pan area of the transmission. The whine noise may become louder when at operating temperature and increases with higher engine RPM in the Park position.
10149749Sep 10, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L, 3.5L or 5.0L engine and 10R80 automatic transmission and built on or before 15-May 2018 may exhibit harsh/bumpy upshift, downshift and/or engagement concerns. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10144952Aug 31, 2018Engine cooling. Some 2017-2018 Vehicles equipped with a 3.3L or 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a no crank no start condition that only occurs in freezing ambient temperatures. This may be due to a frozen starter. Replace the starter with part number Jl3Z-11002-E. For claiming, use causal part 11002 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
10144926Aug 31, 2018Electrical system. Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost built on or before 12-Jul-2018 with greater than 500 miles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0300, P0316, P0301-P0306, P2196, P2198, P0171, and/or P0174 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10144948Aug 29, 2018Equipment. Some 2018 F-Superduty/F-150/Explorer/Taurus/Flex/MKT/Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on 8-Mar-2018 and through 18-Jun-2018 may exhibit a soft brake pedal and/or long brake pedal travel. Bleed the brake system per Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-00. For claiming, use causal part 2552 and applicable labor operations in Section 02 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
10144923Aug 28, 2018Engine. Some 2018 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P00BD, P012F, P0181, P0474, P124C, P1247, P20EE, P205B, P2263, P2269, and/or P2459. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
10144947Aug 24, 2018Steering. When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to the DLC located on the driver side under the steering column at the GWM, make sure that the ignition is off before connecting the VCM. If the ignition is on or the engine is running during the connection, it can result in various warning lights being illuminated with diagnostic…

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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.