KnownCarProblems2008 Ford F-550 SD Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Ford F-550 SD, most often about the engine (54% of complaints, typically around 32,000 miles). It is 7th of 26 F-550 SD model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2008 Ford F-550 SD problems
Engine
14 complaints · 54%Half of these problems showed up before 32,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system, engine, cooling system.
The truck has not run properly since it was purchased, and the motor was replaced back in 2013 with mileage of 31,00 due to oil being splattered all over and no power. We had spend over 10,000.00 to fix the defective issues. Now almost 2 years to the day the engine has again failed. Ford offers no help or explanations…
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-550 SD. While driving 65 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the engine compartment and the vehicle stalled. The check engine and engine overheating indicators illuminated during the failure. The vehicle was towed to chapman Ford of horsham (1100 easton rd, horsham, pa…
Transmission
5 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 36,000 miles.
Vehicle overheats and looses power at different speeds; we had over $1100.00 in repairs done and it still overheats with the wrench light coming on, took it back to mechanic and he ran the codes and now says it is the oil cooler not working. Ford said they do not have a recall on this and the heart of texas Ford place…
The truck has not run properly since it was purchased, and the motor was replaced back in 2013 with mileage of 31,00 due to oil being splattered all over and no power. We had spend over 10,000.00 to fix the defective issues. Now almost 2 years to the day the engine has again failed. Ford offers no help or explanations…
Fuel system
4 complaints · 15%While driving on the interstate my vehicle lost power very quick. Rust in the fuel tank clogging the filter stopped fuel to the engine was the problem after stopping several times. Having no shoulder on this area of the interstate to exit the flow of traffic, an eighteen wheeler nearly killed US all. We had the tank…
The contact owns a 2008 Ford f-550. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the technician diagnosed that the fuel pump was clogged due to the fuel tank delaminating. As a result, both the fuel pump and the fuel tank needed…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2008 Ford F-550 SD recalls
Equipment: air conditioner
Risk: This defect could result in a fire.
Fix: Cues is working with carrier to remedy the affected vehicles. Repairs will be made by carrier free of charge. Please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. The safety recall began on january 5, 2010. Owners may contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059 or cues at 1-407-849-0190.
Full defect summary
Cues, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 service vehicles built on various chassis equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. The heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat side pivot bracket may crack or break, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
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. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Full defect summary
Ford is recalling 87,515 my 2008 f250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 vehicles for failing to comply with all the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 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.
Transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk: 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.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. The recall began on april 3, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Full defect summary
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.
Electrical: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk: 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.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the battery b+ wire location and, if necessary, reposition the wire. The recall began on april 3, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2008 Ford F-550 SD
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ford F-550 SD?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (14 complaints, typically around 32,000 miles); transmission (5 complaints, typically around 36,000 miles); fuel system (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2008 Ford F-550 SD have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from November 19, 2009 (equipment). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2008 a bad year for the Ford F-550 SD?
- It is 7th of 26 F-550 SD model years by number of complaints, with 26 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.