MYRModel Year Report

2008 Ford F Super Duty

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2008 Ford F Super Duty
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:45.247Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
31
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1987: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1995: 12 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1998: 14 complaints 1999: 93 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2001: 32 complaints 2002: 34 complaints 2002 2003: 27 complaints 2004: 14 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2008: 31 complaints 2008 31
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1987: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1997: 24 complaints 1997 1998: 14 complaints 1999: 93 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2001: 32 complaints 2001 2002: 34 complaints 2003: 27 complaints 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2008: 31 complaints 2008 31
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1997 1998: 14 complaints 1998 1999: 93 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2000 2001: 32 complaints 2001 2002: 34 complaints 2002 2003: 27 complaints 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2008: 31 complaints 2008 31

2008: 31 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19811
19871
19891
19901
19911
19928
19933
199420
199512
19968
199724
199814
199993
200063
200132
200234
200327
200414
200527
200831

Known problem areas

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

Steering

32% · 10 reports
Show complaint excerpts

My F250 when I was exiting foot on brake to slow down the steering wheel locked up and almost went off the road this is not the first time it has happened everytime I hit the brake and try to turn the wheel…

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-04

I took my vehicle in for regular service to the local Ford dealer and asked about a front end alignment because I had noticed that when driving straight my steering wheel had to be turned about 30 degrees counter clockwise.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-26

Engine

26% · 8 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The radiator is leaking were the side tanks are attached to the core and both the upper and lower radiator hoses are leaking. When I had the pickup in the dealership for service I was advised that there was upgraded radiator hoses available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-27

Electrical system

16% · 5 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Own a 2008 Ford F250 super duty, with 5.4L engine. Attempted to change spark plugs, 2 plugs broke off in engine block. Called local Ford dealer, was informed plugs breaking off in head is a common problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-02-09

Service brakes

13% · 4 reports

Power train

10% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2013-05-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-01-31 Alleged Loss of Steering

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Ford F Super Duty — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2008 Ford F Super Duty 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 Super Duty?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Ford F Super Duty have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.