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2018 Ford GT problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2018 Ford GT — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other GT years?

GT NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted5 complaints2004: 1 complaints2005: 4 complaints2006: 5 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints
GT NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2018 Ford GT have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V707000Body & StructureOctober 9, 2018 · 176 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford GT vehicles. The rear wing valve block may leak hydraulic fluid.

Consequence

A hydraulic fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update to the fully integrated vehicle controller. Some vehicles will have a rear wing hydraulic check valve installed and will have the o-rings and the filter replaced, if needed. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S29.

2018 Ford GT — common questions

Is the 2018 Ford GT reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Ford GT have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Ford GT. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Ford GT years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the GT years to avoid are 2006, 2005. The cleanest record among GT years belongs to 2018.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.