FordF-2502008
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  3. 2008
  4. Engine

2008 Ford F-250 Engine Problems

14
Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Among these 14 stored complaint records:

  • 0 indicate a crash
  • 0 indicate injury
  • 2 indicate fire

What owners report

  • failure mileage · 4 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
60–100k mi4
150–400k mi3
100–150k mi2
30–60k mi2
1–30k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • August 25, 2019 · 135,000 miles

    Engine

    The radiator is separating at the seal at the edge. We are losing approx 1 gallon of antifreeze a day. I have heard this complaint from several dealerships we have talked to and other customers.

    ODI 11280385

  • January 31, 2019 · 80,000 miles

    Engine

    Excessive blowby polluting engine. #8 and #6 cylinders, rings heavily worn or damaged due to diesel regen contaminating lubrication and getting in crankcase. This is a very well known and unacceptable issue causing scored engine blocks and failure of engine and dpf and egrs.

    ODI 11174452

  • March 16, 2018 · 156,452 miles

    Engine

    Exhaust manifolds leak. Ford uses alumina heads with steel manifold bolts and cast iron exhaust manifolds. The three metals have different heat ranges which cause the exhaust manifolds to wrap or crack and break the bolts causing leaks.

    ODI 11082669

  • March 14, 2017 · 96,000 miles

    Electrical System · Engine

    While driving the engine light came on, then the battery light intermittently illuminated, then it just died. It cranked but wouldn't start. Took it to my mechanic to which he said the entire cab had to be removed (per ford consultant) to repair electrical short. $$$$$$ i cant afford this! Thousands of dollars!

    ODI 10966071

  • October 26, 2016

    Engine

    Total damage in the engine, dealer sale with this problem

    ODI 10938876

  • January 6, 2014 · 60,150 miles

    Engine · Power Train

    Vehicle had been driving it but it was parked for about 25 minutes, with nothing running or keys in the ignition. Came out side to the smell of smoke and the engine compartment bust into flames. Fire investigator said that the fire was electrical that started on the passenger side of the engine. Truck was a total loss as fire spread along drivetrain to gas tank. Fire department was able to keep gas tank from…

    Fire reported

    ODI 10683017

  • December 26, 2013

    Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond to acceleration attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage and vin was not available.

    ODI 10557355

  • August 15, 2013 · 190,000 miles

    Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. The contact stated that fire emitted from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was found that the egr valve assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 190,000.

    Fire reported

    ODI 10564072

  • October 15, 2012 · 104,000 miles

    Engine

    While driving engine power failed and loud knocking noise was heard. Upon being serviced, rocker arm was broken and caused the problems. There was no notice of this issue and it affected sudden loss of power/speed. It is noted that while searching the internet it was discovered that this appears to be a common problem with these 6.4l diesel engines. *tr

    ODI 10493072

  • September 15, 2012 · 67,730 miles

    Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f250. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the vehicle began making noises and stalled periodically. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed there was a cooling system leak and the radiator and hoses would need to be replaced with higher grade hoses and tanks. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified but offered no…

    ODI 10478366

  • June 7, 2012 · 30,000 miles

    Engine

    The truck dies. Driving on the road or freeway, the truck just flat out dies. No power. We have to navigate to the side of the road then turn the ignition off then turn it back on. Extremely dangerous situation which happens every three weeks or so and has happened about 8 times now. *tr

    ODI 10617577

  • April 23, 2012 · 44,649 miles

    Engine

    The check engine light turns on ad there is a lack of power at freeway speeds. There is also a coolant leak at the center of the engine. The vehicle has a surge hesitation feeling and alack of power on acceleration. There is a noise coming from the transmission that has an odd shift.

    ODI 11256033

  • August 25, 2010 · 40,000 miles

    Engine

    Radiator starting leaking, replaced it twice and is leaking again @ around 60k. Leaks could cause overheating and engine failure. *tr

    ODI 10544480

  • June 11, 2009 · 240,000 miles

    Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle lost power, failed to accelerate, the engine made an abnormal noise, and white smoke was seen coming from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. The manufacturer was notified of the…

    ODI 11222051