MYRModel Year Report

2008 Ford F-150

▲ Better than typical
2008 Ford F-150
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F-150 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1987: 2 complaints 1989: 14 complaints 1990: 21 complaints 1991: 304 complaints 1992: 470 complaints 1992 1993: 586 complaints 1994: 676 complaints 1995: 626 complaints 1996: 324 complaints 1997: 2758 complaints 1997 1998: 1381 complaints 1999: 1044 complaints 2000: 1074 complaints 2001: 1236 complaints 2002: 820 complaints 2002 2003: 421 complaints 2004: 2027 complaints 2005: 1112 complaints 2006: 584 complaints 2007: 487 complaints 2007 2008: 368 complaints 2008 2009: 324 complaints 2010: 840 complaints 2011: 2179 complaints 2012: 1771 complaints 2012 2013: 2956 complaints 2014: 1497 complaints 2015: 1638 complaints 2016: 1976 complaints 2017: 1379 complaints 2017 2018: 2218 complaints 2019: 1270 complaints 2020: 677 complaints 2021: 934 complaints 2022: 554 complaints 2022 2023: 382 complaints 2024: 178 complaints 2025: 97 complaints 2026: 3 complaints 2026
2008: 368 complaints
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YearComplaints
19842
19872
198914
199021
1991304
1992470
1993586
1994676
1995626
1996324
19972758
19981381
19991044
20001074
20011236
2002820
2003421
20042027
20051112
2006584
2007487
2008368
2009324
2010840
20112179
20121771
20132956
20141497
20151638
20161976
20171379
20182218
20191270
2020677
2021934
2022554
2023382
2024178
202597
20263

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 14%

14% of complaints: engine — 53 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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Vehicle caught on fire from the engine compartment while driving. Total loss, Fire Department responded to the scene. Two persons on board of the vehicle had to escape the fire, pulled over and jumped out.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240611

STEERING 14%

14% of complaints: steering — 50 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
POWER TRAIN 10%

10% of complaints: power train — 38 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10%

10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 36 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASH INTO A STONE WALL. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR BRUISING AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130226

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 29 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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Vehicle caught on fire from the engine compartment while driving. Total loss, Fire Department responded to the scene. Two persons on board of the vehicle had to escape the fire, pulled over and jumped out.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240611

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20081014 — PE (closed 20090409)

TIRE VALVE CRACKING

R 20081021 — engine and engine cooling

ROUSH IS RECALLING 213 MY 2007-2008 FORD F-150 TRUCKS ALTERED TO OPERATE USING LIQUID PROPANE INJECTION. THE HYDRO-CARBON PAPER AFFIXED TO THE INSIDE OF THE AIRBOX LID WITH ADHESIVE MAY BECOME DISLO

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIRBOX LID WITH A NEW ONE THAT INCLUDES THE HYDRO-CARBON PAPER WHICH HAS BEEN AFFIXED USING AN ADHESIVE PROMOTER AND GREATER PRESSURE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER FREE O

Campaign 08V523000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Ford F-150 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (53 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (50 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (38 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08V523000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

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WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 2008 Ford F-150 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Ford F-150 is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ford F-150?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Ford F-150 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.