There are no safety recalls for the 2008 Ford F-250 SD, but owners have filed 141 complaints with NHTSA.
2008 Ford F-250 SD problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 39 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 35 | |
| Tires | 12 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | |
| Electrical System | 9 | |
| Engine | 9 | |
| Power Train | 8 | |
| Service Brakes | 8 | |
| Structure | 7 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Suspension | 5 | |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 8
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 8
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 7
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 5
- Structure › Body — 3
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Radiator Assembly — 2
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2
- Structure › Frame and Members — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 43,910 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2008 Ford F-250 SD complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Aug 6, 2019
Have had numerous problems with the cooling system on this vehicle. Had the air charge cooler replaced under warranty at around 70,000 miles. The radiator was leaking as well but dealer refused to replace it and wanted 1400.00 to replace. Was losing coolant at a rate of about 1 gallon a week going thru the air charge cooler and out the exhaust. At 89,000 miles I had to pay $1947.00 to replace both the vertical and horizonal EGR coolers. Again, dumping a gallon of coolant into the exhaust system a week causing sever smoking and pollutants. This is a serious problem that thousands or probably…
Tires · reported Jul 31, 2019
We own a 2008 ford f-250 super duty truck with bf goodrich rugged terrain t/a tires. On or about 7/5/15, the passenger side rear tire developed tread failure as a portion of the tire tread began peeling off while travelling on I-75. A spare tire was put on and the tire was replaced and a warranty claim was submitted as it was still under tread warranty. On or about 8/21/15, the drivers side rear tire experienced complete tire failure while traveling on I-95, which caused nearly $3000.00 in damage to the truck. There is currently a recall on the bf goodrich rugged terrain t/a tires but not for…
Power Train · at 52,500 miles · reported Jun 8, 2018
At approximately 3 PM on saturday, june 2, 2018, my 2008 f-250 sd 4WD truck experienced an abrupt catastrophic failure of the transfer case. The incident occurred on a busy interstate corridor while I was traveling at approximately 70 MPH while in 2wd mode. Immediately prior to the incident, a dull rumble could be heard, which rapidly amplified to a loud roar. I removed my foot from the accelerator pedal and was almost immediately jolted by a thunderous explosion that emanated from underneath the vehicle. The entire truck shook violently as I pulled over onto the highway shoulder. As the truck…
Steering · at 141,000 miles · reported Mar 27, 2018
I experienced "death wobble" 3 times in two weeks after hitting a bump on the interstate traveling approximately 60 - 65 MPH each time. The vehicle shook uncontrollably until I slowed down to 40 MPH or below. The vehicle was moving forward in a straight line when the problem occurred.
Steering · at 170,000 miles · reported Aug 1, 2017
The contact owns a 2008 ford f-250 sd. While driving 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the steering seized. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic (Summers automotive) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the power steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15e014000 (Steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000. The VIN was not available.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Ford F-250 SD have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2008 Ford F-250 SD as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Ford F-250 SD?
Owners report steering problems most often (39 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (35). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 43,910 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.