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2008 Ford F-150 engine problems
75 complaints (20% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 79,000. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 75
- of this car's complaints
- 20%
- typical mileage
- 79,000
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Exhaust system2
- Engine2
- Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe1
- Cooling system: radiator assembly1
- Cooling system1
At what mileage
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Ford F-150 engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 Ford F-150 engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Engine failure 16Stalling 15Check engine light 12Knocking 7Loss of power 6Won't start 6Misfire 5
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- 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 dislodged during operation.
- Risk
- This failure may result in a loss of performance, illumination of the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) and, in extreme cases, a stalling of the vehicle during operation without notice, which could result in a crash.
- 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 of charge. The recall began on october 21, 2008. Owners may contact roush at 1‑866‑307‑6788.
Recall number 08V523000 · Recall details
What 2008 Ford F-150 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My 5.4 v8 triton motor timing came phasers are bad the truck runs fine when cold when it gets warmer up it rattles and shakes and stalls air bag light stays on I had to pull the fuse bc it beeps and warning light so it's not active
I experienced a loss in power while driving and not driving, as well as locking my keys in the vehicle once It would not unlock. The gear shifting knob stopped due to what seemed like resistance an the damaged caused by sales man to the top plunger cap just after i paid. Recently the battery and the alternator are not working and when power is ran through the vehicle, an obvious sound of a live cable buzzing in the rear cab exterior light and seemed to be spliced in a n unsafe way.
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.
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. The contact stated that the starter and the computer were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed as a possible liquid propane injection system failure. The contact stated that after researching, the failure was like the failure described in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 08V523000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact was informed that the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 155,000.
My F150 will run great until it warms up and then it will run rough, shows low oil pressure, and stalls at stops and while driving at low speeds. I have taken it to two mechanics and have spent thousands of dollars without fixing this problem. This has been an ongoing issue and started in Sept. 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH and rounding a right-hand bend, the steering wheel veered to the left direction. The contact stated the "tire pressure" warning light was illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle crashed into a guard rail on the driver's side and flipped over the rail and landed on the driver's side. The contact said that there was damage to the front fender, driver's and passenger door, and rear quarter panel. The contact said he had received medical attention on-site for minor lacerations to his left hand and bruising on his left shoulder. The police wrote an incident report. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The contact said that a day prior to the crash he had smelled a burning smell coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle had not been diagnosed by a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had researched online and related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign: 08V523000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 167,000.
My truck timing belts have bin replaced 4 times in the las 3 yrs. It starts by making the engine jump the RPM go below 300 and it shuts off as I approach a stop sign or a light. The check engine light never comes on it just shuts off and it wont drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled and unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was restarted after several attempts. On some occasions, the vehicle hesitated to start. The contact believed the failure was due to roush transition to propane on the ford f-150. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware and offered no assistance. The contact referenced the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v523000 (engine and engine cooling) however VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 200,000.
My motor had started ticking a bit back in september 2018 I added some oil and it went away. Then, in january 2019 I had engine codes. Plugged my scan tool in and said I needed both camshaft sensors, misfire on cylinders 1, 3, & 7. Replaced all 8 plugs and coils, motor had 123xxx miles. Drove another 4000 miles and the same problems persisted and got worse. I took it to a mechanic for a diagnosis on the misfires and engine tick, come to find out it is a 'lifter tap', shavings of aluminum in my oil and plugging up the lifters. Mechanic said to get a new motor, don't both trying to fix it. I bought it used with 119xxx and truck ran fine in august of 2018.
Questions about the 2008 Ford F-150 engine
Does the 2008 Ford F-150 have engine problems?
Owners have filed 75 complaints about the engine of the 2008 Ford F-150, 20% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2008 Ford F-150 engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 79,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Ford F-150 engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 08V523000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford F-150 have bad engine?
The Ford F-150 model years with the most engine complaints are 2018 (591 complaints), 2013 (567 complaints) and 1997 (544 complaints).
Other 2008 Ford F-150 problems
Steering 53Transmission 50Acceleration 41Brakes 39Airbags 29Electrical 29Fuel system 27Body 23Visibility 12Seat belts 11Suspension 11Tires 9Wheels 7Lights 6Locks 3Driver assistance 2Seats 2
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