2008 Ford F-650 SD

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2008 Ford F-650 SD
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:58:33.239Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F-650 SD Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2004: 10 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 3 complaints 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 1 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013 2015: 1 complaints 2016: 3 complaints 2018: 0 complaints 2018 2019: 4 complaints 2021: 1 complaints 2023: 2 complaints 2023 2025: 4 complaints 2026: 1 complaints 2026
2008: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
200410
20056
20063
20075
20082
20091
20100
20111
20120
20130
20151
20163
20180
20194
20211
20232
20254
20261

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD F-650. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN HE APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WAS ABNORMALLY DEPRESSED INTO THE FLOORBOARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20111107

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20071214 — engine and engine cooling

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

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 07V534000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20080905 — engine and engine cooling

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.

Remedy: 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 OW

Campaign 08V428000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100105 — equipment

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

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 09V456000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100908 — engine and engine cooling

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

Remedy: 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 CA

Campaign 10V398000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Ford F-650 SD — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V534000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V428000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V456000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V398000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2008 Ford F-650 SD reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ford F-650 SD?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Ford F-650 SD have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

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