2008 Ford F-Super Duty: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 31 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is steering (30% of complaints).
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recalls
31
owner complaints
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fire reports
72,000
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
No fire reportsNo recall campaignsOne of the most complained-about F-Super Duty years (#3 of 11, age-adjusted)Weak spot: steering (30%)
Common problems
Computed from 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Steering (steering wheel, rack, power assist)30% · 9 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)13% · 4 complaints
Service Brakes (brakes)13% · 4 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)7% · 2 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)7% · 2 complaints
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)7% · 2 complaints
“My f250 when I was exiting foot on brake to slow down the steering wheel locked up and almost went off the road this is not the first time it has happened everytime I hit the brake and try to turn the wheel locks”Owner report · Steering · Jan 2018
“I was traveling down a two lane road in my 2008 f250 pickup (diesel) on 26 jan 2016 about 35 mph, and came upon a stop sign. I released the gas pedal and started braking. The engine started accelerating, even though I was applying the brakes. The vehicle was in four wheel drive (high), so all four tires were spinning fast, and kept the vehicle moving forward. I stood on the brake pedal with both feet, and after going several feet into the intersection, it finally stopped. I quickly shifted into neutral, and a few seconds later the problem stopped. I then continued on my way. The vehicle had 37,062 miles.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jan 2016
“While travelling on a straight, slightly downhill, dry section of highway at a speed of approximately 40 miles per hour, an exaggerated shaking began on the passenger side front tire of the vehicle. This quickly became an almost uncontrollable bouncing of the truck. It became increasingly violent in jumping to the point it made it difficult to control the vehicle. I braked and slowed to under 20 mph when it stopped. Pulled over, checked all, nothing out of sorts. No sign of mechanical failure or tire trouble. Felt like flat tire at first.”Owner report · Steering · Aug 2015
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“We purchased a used 2008 ford f250 super duty truck that had brand new tires just a few months ago from a dealership here in hawaii. (federal couragiam a/t lt 285/70r17) we also purchased a 2 year bumper to bumper warranty. Apparently defective tires are not included in this warranty. Tires are bubbling on inside sidewall. Took vehicle to tire service location and was told to replace tire immediatly. This was just a couple of weeks ago. Now second tire doing same bubbling and needs to be replaced today. It has been recommended that all tires be replaced and are defective and dangerous. Could cause accident/injury/death.”Owner report · Wheels · Jul 2015
“During the course of driving down the road the engine shut off and the truck lost all power. Required steering off the highway and stopping with the loss of all power steering and brake assist. In traffic. Truck would not restart once was pulled off onto side of highway. If truck had been towing down a steep grade it would have been impossible to stop. Upon having truck repaired it was diagnosed as a bad exhaust gas temperature sensor.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2015
“While, driving the truck the steering erratically jerks in an over steering fashion. It is a repeating problem and is very dangerous. *tr”Owner report · Steering · Apr 2015
“The rear brakes on my pickup failed. The rear calipers were sticking and the brakes overheated to the point of failure. Failure of the rear brakes is a common and pervasive problem with ford f350 trucks of this model year. There needs to be a safety recall of these trucks. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes · Feb 2015
“Throttle stuck in excel mode and excessive white smoke from tail pipe. Ford stated to look deeper into engine and stated they can not fine problem to vehicle. Instructed to buy new engine. This diesel engine should not had gone bad with 30, 000 miles on it. Was told this happens that 1% of the time although by the reviews this frequently happens with this motor. This vehicle needs to be recalled ! *tr”Owner report · Engine · Jan 2015
“Vehicle equipped with power retracting mirrors. Had my hand on the switch and on the door frame when I retracted the mirrors due to a narrow street in highlands nj. The mirror closed and crushed my finger between the door and the electric mirror assy. Will be seeking medical assistance for finger. Vehicle should be equipped with sensor not to allow this to happen. Could have been extremely dangerous to driver if I was going at a high rate of speed to the shocking pain caused when the mirror impacted my finger.... *tr”Owner report · Visibility · Apr 2014
“On several occasions, while traveling at speeds between 60 and 70 mph on highways with potholes, I hit the potholes and immediately felt a violent shaking or shimmy in the front wheels. The shimmy occurs in which ever tire hits the hole and will stop as soon as I reduce speed to about 40 mph. There is no evidence of tie rod wear or any other repairable problems. *tr”Owner report · Wheels · Apr 2014
When filing, owners marked a crash in 0 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
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Is the 2008 Ford F-Super Duty reliable?
NHTSA has 31 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 2008 Ford F-Super Duty. The most complained-about area is steering (30% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2008 Ford F-Super Duty problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 72,000 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.