2008 Ford F-250 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-250 SD years
- About as many complaints as other years 16th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 141 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Ford F-250 SD. That ranks 16th out of 32 F-250 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (39 complaints, 28%), typically at around 57,752 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 3 fires, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 141owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Ford F-250 SD problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 39 | 28% | 57,752 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 33 | 23% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 12 | 9% | 43,910 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 7% | 25,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 9 | 6% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 9 | 6% | 107,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 6% | 45,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 7 | 5% | 22,273 | — | — |
| Structure | 7 | 5% | 16,750 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 4% | 47,300 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 4% | 7,416 | — | — |
| Suspension | 5 | 4% | 101,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 4 | 3% | 37,065 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2% | 44,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2% | 20,250 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | 92,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | 10 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | 114,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1% | 200 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | 1,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Ford F-250 SD recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Ford F-250 SD.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Alleged Loss of Steering (PE13014) — opened May 7, 2013, closed Jan 31, 2014.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
Some times the first gear light will come on during driving no one seems to know why
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD F-250 SD. WITHIN LESS THAN A YEAR OF OWNING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED AND EXPERIENCED A DEATH WOBBLE. THE DEALER (RAY'S FORD, INC., 385 BY PASS RD, BRANDENBURG, KY 40108, [redacted]) WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INDICATED THAT AN APPOINTMENT MAY NEED TO…
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…
Other Ford F-250 SD years
← 2007 F-250 SD · 2009 F-250 SD →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-250 SD | 9 | 6 |
| 2025 F-250 SD | 17 | 7 |
| 2024 F-250 SD | 40 | 4 |
| 2023 F-250 SD | 43 | 16 |
| 2022 F-250 SD | 126 | 17 |
| 2021 F-250 SD | 166 | 12 |
| 2020 F-250 SD | 266 | 14 |
| 2019 F-250 SD | 1,165 | 11 |
| 2018 F-250 SD | 398 | 9 |
| 2017 F-250 SD | 1,155 | 14 |
| 2016 F-250 SD | 290 | 3 |
| 2015 F-250 SD | 296 | 2 |
| 2014 F-250 SD | 26 | 0 |
| 2013 F-250 SD | 21 | 0 |
| 2012 F-250 SD | 57 | 0 |
| 2011 F-250 SD | 122 | 0 |
| 2010 F-250 SD | 32 | 0 |
| 2009 F-250 SD | 23 | 0 |
| 2008 | 141 | 0 |
| 2007 F-250 SD | 54 | 1 |
| 2006 F-250 SD | 274 | 1 |
| 2005 F-250 SD | 295 | 3 |
| 2004 F-250 SD | 254 | 2 |
| 2003 F-250 SD | 178 | 4 |
| 2002 F-250 SD | 245 | 3 |
| 2001 F-250 SD | 288 | 2 |
| 2000 F-250 SD | 233 | 2 |
| 1999 F-250 SD | 249 | 2 |
| 1998 F-250 SD | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 F-250 SD | 39 | 2 |
| 1996 F-250 SD | 11 | 1 |
| 1995 F-250 SD | 9 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ford F-250 SD?
Owners most often report steering, engine and engine cooling, tires problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 39 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Ford F-250 SD?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 Ford F-250 SD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-250 SD model years, the 2008 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.