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Vehicle A

Gasoline · 21 combined MPG · Rear-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 21 combined MPG · Rear-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2018 Ford F-150

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2018 Ford F-150

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: F-150 needs more recall homework, F-150 has more complaint activity and F-150 has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2019 Ford F-150 2018 Ford F-150 Difference
Total recalls 8 17 F-150 has 9 more recalls
Total complaints 954 1,835 F-150 has 881 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 14 / 5 / 10 / 0 58 / 29 / 34 / 3 F-150 has 95 more severity reports
Defect investigations 1 2 F-150 has 1 more investigations
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 330 416 F-150 has 86 more communications
Recall completion reports 50 110 F-150 has 60 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Jun 27, 2025 Apr 11, 2025 F-150 has newer activity
Latest complaint Aug 5, 2025 Aug 6, 2025 F-150 has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Power Train
  • Engine
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Power Train
  • Engine
  • Structure
 Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 21 combined MPG 21 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,850 $2,850 Similar
Safety-rating records 10 6 Different availability

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2019 Ford F-150

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had power train and engine repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2018 Ford F-150

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had power train and engine repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2019 Ford F-150

  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

2018 Ford F-150

  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Structure: water leaks, body repairs, doors, corrosion

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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