2008 Ford F-250: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2008 Ford F-250: 7 recalls, 196 owner complaints.
Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #07V139000 · 2007 · 33,169 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine, excessive temperatures in the diesel particulate filter in the exhaust system May result from excess hydrocarbons in the exhaust.
Why it matters: Lack of power or rough operation, unusual noises from the engine or exhaust, white smoke from the exhaust, and potentially a visible flame out the tailpipe can occur.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. The recall began on April 3, 2007.
Electrical Vehicle recall #07V140000 · 2007 · 1,022 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine, insufficient clearance of the battery positive (b+) wire to the right hand splash shield bolt May result in the battery b+ wire contacting the splash shield bolt.
Why it matters: Long term contact could cause wire chafe, resulting in copper wire being exposed. If this condition occurs, the battery b+ wire could short to ground increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the battery b+ wire location and, if necessary, reposition the wire. The recall began on April 3, 2007.
Airbags Vehicle recall #07V541000 · 2007 · 45 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements specified in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the driver air bag module May not have been properly assembled.
Why it matters: This condition May prevent the driver air bag from properly deploying and reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace your driver air bag module free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2007.
Seats Vehicle recall #08V096000 · 2008 · 87,515 vehicles
What's wrong: 207, "seating systems." some 40% split and captain's chair driver's seats, equipped with lumbar supports, May have improper welds at the joint of the seat back pivot bracket and the seat back frame.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the seat side pivot bracket May crack or break, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The fix: Dealers will add a reinforcement to the driver's seat back frame on the 40% split or captain's chair seat equipped with lumbar support or, if necessary, the seat back frame will be replaced. The recall began on March 28, 2008.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #08V191000 · 2008 · 64,754 vehicles
What's wrong: 301, "fuel system integrity." during a 30 mph frontal impact into a rigid barrier, the fuel tank can move forward and contact a frame cross member, potentially causing damage to the fuel delivery module which can result in fuel spillage.
Why it matters: Fuel spillage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a bracket on the affected vehicles free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2008.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #09V025000 · 2009 · 111 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "platform lift installations on motor vehicles." the threshold warning system May not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
Why it matters: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix: Comm trans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095).
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #09V026000 · 2009 · 108 vehicles
What's wrong: These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock May not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or…
Why it matters: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
The fix: Comm trans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097).
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Tires Tire recall #11T002000 · 2011 · 390,657 vehicles
What's wrong: Some of these tires May experience uneven wear, vibration, or particularly under conditions of overloading or under inflation in high ambient temperature usage, separation between the belt edges.
Why it matters: Separation of the belt edges could lead to tread belt separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Continental tire will notify owners and replace the affected tires free of charge. The safety recall began on April 14, 2011.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (80): the most common themes are steering problems (63).
- Suspension (35): the most common themes are steering problems (11), noise or vibration (4).
- Engine (18): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (6), leaks (6), noise or vibration (5).
- Tires (16): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (16), leaks (2).
The 2008 Ford F-250 has 196 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 22 F-250 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 177). Complaints peaked in 2014 (21 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 70,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2007 (60 complaints, 4 recalls), 2009 (54 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2008 Ford F-250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2008 Ford F-250, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2008 Ford F-250 problems?
Owners have filed 196 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (80), suspension (35), engine (18).
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