MYRModel Year Report

2008 Ford F-150

▲ Better than typical
2008 Ford F-150
BUILT 2026-09-02

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: 306 complaints 1992: 479 complaints 1992 1993: 588 complaints 1994: 700 complaints 1995: 626 complaints 1996: 324 complaints 1997: 2758 complaints 1997 1998: 1381 complaints 1999: 1044 complaints 2000: 1075 complaints 2001: 1236 complaints 2002: 821 complaints 2002 2003: 423 complaints 2004: 2028 complaints 2005: 1112 complaints 2006: 585 complaints 2007: 488 complaints 2007 2008: 368 complaints 2008 2009: 324 complaints 2010: 842 complaints 2011: 2185 complaints 2012: 1776 complaints 2012 2013: 2978 complaints 2014: 1520 complaints 2015: 1685 complaints 2016: 2026 complaints 2017: 1416 complaints 2017 2018: 2276 complaints 2019: 1312 complaints 2020: 717 complaints 2021: 991 complaints 2022: 581 complaints 2022 2023: 400 complaints 2024: 185 complaints 2025: 102 complaints 2026: 7 complaints 2026
2008: 368 complaints
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YearComplaints
19842
19872
198914
199021
1991306
1992479
1993588
1994700
1995626
1996324
19972758
19981381
19991044
20001075
20011236
2002821
2003423
20042028
20051112
2006585
2007488
2008368
2009324
2010842
20112185
20121776
20132978
20141520
20151685
20162026
20171416
20182276
20191312
2020717
2021991
2022581
2023400
2024185
2025102
20267

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

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

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

STEERING 14%

14% of complaints: steering — 53 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing electric power assist system and column.

INJURY
POWER TRAIN 14%

14% of complaints: power train — 51 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 11%

11% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 41 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE AND DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT BOTH THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS BECAME STUCK. THE VEHICLE SURGED BACKWARDS AND STRUCK THE BUMPER OF ANOTHER VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080702

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

SERVICE BRAKES 11%

11% of complaints: service brakes — 39 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH INJURY

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 (53 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (51 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 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.