2008 Ford F-750 SD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-750 SD years
- Not enough data 2nd of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2008 Ford F-750 SD. That ranks 2nd out of 15 F-750 SD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (1 complaints, 100%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Ford F-750 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2008 Ford F-750 SD recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 f-650 and f-750 trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 engine. The #5 and #6 fuel lines may crack at the fastening point to the common fuel rail and cause a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire.
Fix: Ford is working with caterpillar to notify owners and repairs will be performed by authorized caterpillar dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on september 8, 2010. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986 or ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: Ford is recalling 2,811 my 2008-2009 f-650 and f-750 trucks equipped with c7 or c9 caterpillar diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Ford is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986, or ford at 1-800-343-5338 (fleet owners) or 1-866-906-9811 (motor home owners).
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 or c9 diesel engines, a fuel pump failure will dilute the engine oil with fuel and may cause the turbocharger to fail and cause loss of throttle control with warning.
Risk: The warning may be experienced by erratic performance and excessive smoke. Both of these conditions may result in a situation where a vehicle crash could occur.
Fix: Ford is working with caterpillar to have the fuel pump replaced free of charge (please see 07e053). Owners may contact caterpillar at 309-675-6496 or ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
We purchased this truck from an auction and suspect odometer tampering.
Other Ford F-750 SD years
← 2007 F-750 SD · 2009 F-750 SD →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 F-750 SD | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 F-750 SD | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 F-750 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 F-750 SD | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 F-750 SD | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 F-750 SD | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 F-750 SD | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 F-750 SD | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 F-750 SD | 0 | 4 |
| 2013 F-750 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 F-750 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 F-750 SD | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 F-750 SD | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 | 1 | 3 |
| 2007 F-750 SD | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ford F-750 SD?
Owners most often report unknown or other problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Ford F-750 SD?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Ford F-750 SD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-750 SD model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.