2018 Ford F-150 Specs
The 2018 F-150 versions covered here are the 290 hp 3.3L V6 (6-speed automatic) and, with the 10-speed automatic, the 325 hp 2.7L EcoBoost, 395 hp 5.0L V8, 375 hp 3.5L EcoBoost and 250 hp 3.0L Power Stroke diesel. Ford rates it at up to 13,200 lb of towing and 3,270 lb of payload when properly equipped.
5 versions · 13th gen (P552) · Updated Oct 2026
- Oil capacity
- 6.0–8.8 qt
- by version ↓
- Tire size
- 245/70R17
- Bolt pattern
- 6x135
- all versions
- MPG combined
- 19–25 mpg
Versions #versions
Compare versions #compare
| 3.3L V6 | 2.7L EcoBoost | 5.0L V8 | 3.5L EcoBoost | 3.0L Power Stroke Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 290 hp | 325 hp | 395 hp | 375 hp | 250 hp |
| Torque | 265 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft | 470 lb-ft | 440 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic |
| Oil capacity | 6.0 qt | 6.0 qt | 8.8 qt | 6.0 qt | 6.5 qt |
| Tire size | 245/70R17 | 245/70R17 | 245/70R17 | 245/70R17 | 245/70R17 |
| MPG combined | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 19 mpg | 21 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Curb weight | 4,069 lb | 4,644 lb | 4,929 lb | — | — |
Recalls #recalls
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Repair under 17V669 may have been done incorrectly
NHTSA 26V375000 · Jun 9, 2026 · Transmission shifter
Some trucks repaired incorrectly under recall 17V669 can still lose the gear display and briefly select an unintended gear, such as Reverse or Neutral, when the shifter is moved quickly from Park to Drive.
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Daytime running lamp repair under 20V097 done incorrectly
NHTSA 26V373000 · Jun 9, 2026 · Headlights
Some trucks repaired under recall 20V097 were fixed incorrectly, so the daytime running lamps may stay fully bright when the headlight switch is moved from Autolamps to Headlamps On.
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Brake fluid may leak into the brake booster
NHTSA 25V236000 · Apr 11, 2025 · Brake master cylinder
The brake master cylinder may let fluid leak from the front brake circuit into the brake booster.
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Air bag warning label may be missing
NHTSA 24V852000 · Nov 8, 2024 · Labels
The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard.
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Brake fluid may leak into the brake booster
NHTSA 22V150000 · Mar 11, 2022 · Brake master cylinder (3.5L EcoBoost)
On trucks with the 3.5L EcoBoost, the brake master cylinder may let fluid leak from the front brake circuit into the brake booster.
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Tailgate may unlatch while driving
NHTSA 21V983000 · Dec 16, 2021 · Tailgate latch
On trucks with manual or power-release tailgates, the tailgate latches may open unexpectedly while driving.
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Continental tires may have been over-cured
NHTSA 21V155000 · Mar 10, 2021 · Tires
On trucks fitted with Continental tires, one or more tires may have been cured too long during production.
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Daytime running lamps may not dim to parking lamps
NHTSA 20V097000 · Feb 21, 2020 · Headlights
On trucks with high-series LED headlamps and Autolamps, the daytime running lamps may stay on instead of dimming to parking lamps when the switch is turned to Headlamps On.
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Manual seat recliner may be missing a pawl
NHTSA 19V633000 · Aug 28, 2019 · Front seats
The manual front seat back recliner may be missing a pawl needed for strength, leaving the seat back loose.
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Block heater cable may be damaged by the 18V894 repair
NHTSA 19V278000 · Apr 8, 2019 · Engine block heater
On trucks repaired under recall 18V894, the block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged during the repair.
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Water may corrode the block heater cable connector
NHTSA 18V894000 · Dec 18, 2018 · Engine block heater
On trucks with an engine block heater, water and dirt can get into the heater cable's splice connector and corrode it.
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Pretensioner sparks may start a fire
NHTSA 18V568000 · Aug 31, 2018 · Seat belt pretensioners
On Regular Cab and SuperCrew trucks, sparks from a front seat belt pretensioner firing in a crash may ignite carpet or insulation in the B-pillar area.
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Fuel pump welds may crack
NHTSA 18V392000 · Jun 12, 2018 · High-pressure fuel pump (3.5L EcoBoost)
On trucks with the 3.5L EcoBoost, welds in the high-pressure fuel pump can fracture and leak oil or fuel.
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Shift cable clip may not be fully seated
NHTSA 18V214000 · Apr 4, 2018 · Automatic transmission shifter
On trucks with the 10-speed automatic, the shift cable clip may not be seated, so the transmission may be in a different gear than the shifter shows.
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Missing roll pin may disable Park
NHTSA 18V213000 · Apr 4, 2018 · Automatic transmission
On trucks with the 10-speed automatic, a roll pin may be missing from the transmission, which can cause a loss of the Park function.
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Cylinder heads may lack camshaft oil holes
NHTSA 17V672000 · Oct 23, 2017 · Engine (3.5L)
On trucks with 3.5L engines, the cylinder heads may have been machined without the oil supply holes for the camshaft bearings.
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Quick shift from Park may select the wrong gear
NHTSA 17V669000 · Oct 23, 2017 · Transmission shifter (3.3L)
On trucks with the 3.3L engine, 6-speed automatic and column shifter, moving the lever quickly from Park to Drive can blank the gear display and briefly select Reverse or Neutral.
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Roof braces may be missing rivets
NHTSA 17V598000 · Sep 25, 2017 · Roof structure (Raptor)
On Raptor SuperCab trucks without a moonroof, the roof braces may be missing rivets where they attach to the roof rail.
FAQ
What is the bolt pattern on a 2018 Ford F-150?
The 2018 F-150 uses a 6x135 bolt pattern (six lugs on a 135 mm circle) with M14x1.5 lug nuts.
What is the lug nut torque on a 2018 F-150?
Ford specifies 150 lb-ft for the M14x1.5 wheel lug nuts.
How much can a 2018 F-150 tow?
Up to 13,200 lb with the 3.5L EcoBoost in an XL SuperCrew 6.5-foot box 4x2 with the Max Trailer Tow Package. The maximum for each engine is on its version page.
How big is the gas tank on a 2018 F-150?
23 gallons on Regular Cab and SuperCab trucks, 26 gallons on the SuperCrew, with a 36-gallon tank optional.
How long is a 2018 F-150?
From 209.3 in (Regular Cab, 6.5-foot box) to 250.5 in (SuperCab, 8-foot box). Every cab is 79.9 in wide without mirrors.
Sources: 2018 Ford F-150 Owner's Manual (fifth printing), 2018 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide (horsepower, torque, towing, payload), Edmunds 2018 Ford F-150 features & specs (curb weight), 2018 Ford F-150 brochure (trim tire sizes, length, width), EPA fueleconomy.gov, NHTSA recalls, Ford Performance Parts (bolt pattern). Updated Oct 2026.