Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. While driving 35 MPH, white smoke came out of the exhaust. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same symptoms as listed in the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v139000 (power train). The vehicle was taken to colley ford (1945 auto centre dr, glendora, ca 91740, 909‑592‑4131) where it was diagnosed, but the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
2008 Ford F-250 engine complaints
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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.
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!
Total damage in the engine, dealer sale with this problem
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the steering wheel shook violently and wobbled out of control. The contact had to depress the brake pedal harshly in order for the failure to seize. The contact stated that the wobbling of the front end caused the radiator to eventually burst. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the tires and performed an all wheel alignment; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in any recalls. The approximate failure mileage was 123,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the low engine power warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the radiator seal fractured and the hoses were leaking. The radiator was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.
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 exploding.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. The contact stated that the exhaust manifold bolts were rusted and fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the exhaust manifold was fractured and leaking. The technician replaced both exhaust manifolds, 20 studs, four nuts, and two gaskets. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,851.
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.
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.
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.
Radiator starting leaking, replaced it twice and is leaking again @ around 60k. Leaks could cause overheating and engine failure.
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.
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 assistance. The failure mileage was 67,730 and the current mileage was 68,000.
I am filing a complaint here as ford customer care referenced you in one of their responses to me. My pickup with 24,000 miles on it blew out the tank on the radiator. This could reflect as a safety issue from being stranded. From talking to the service people at lewis and clark ford in yankton sd where I had to be towed to it sounds like this is a common occurrence. I also have done a little research on line and in a short time found approximately 40 case so I am sure there are many more. Any help you could give me with this issue would be appreciated.
On march 13, 2012, I filed a complaint with ford motor company customer service regarding a repair they made to my truck. The case number is [xxx]. I had to replace two radiator hoses costing me $500. They were not defective due to abuse or maint. They had a design flaw per the service tech. I brought the truck in for one of them was leaking. They replaced both for they said that the other one was going to leak eventually. They were replaced with a newly designed hose to prevent the leaking. The tech stated that they have had to replace many on this model and year truck. I realize the truck was past the 3 year/36000 mile warranty; however it should have been covered under the power train warranty or ford should have covered the cost. It was a manufacture design flaw and could have blown out on the road causing a break down and highway safety hazard. All I'm asking for is that ford acknowledge the problem and a recall be mandated for the vehicle. The dealership said that was the only way I could be reimbursed. Should you require any additional information please let me know. I'm sure other owners have had this same issue. Also, I have in my possession the two defective and design flawed radiator hoses. I made the dealership give them to me. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
This vehicle since the last PCM update when it goes into "clean exhaust filter" mode will shoot out heavy smoke for 2 miles. This is an environmental pollution and also a safety hazard for drivers behind the vehicle. This problem has been ongoing for months. Dealer states it is"normal".
Radiator has failed four times. The fourth time it failed it was out of warranty. Ford refuses to acknowledge the defect.
We own a ford 2008 f250 super duty crewcab srw. Took it in for a oil leak and dealer found the radiator had ' c/s vehicle has coolant leaks. Radiator & top & left lower radiator hose faulty leaking coolant' the radiator from the manufacture was replaced in april 2009. This will be the 3rd radiator replaced. Dealer is now charging us $1,233.31 for the replacement of the 3rd one. Our son who has a f350 has had 3 radiators replaced. Is this something the consumer needs to be paying for the length of the owning a ford truck and is it common to have a radiator replaced every year.
Purchase date september 13, 2007 of ford f250 truck. While driving the truck would start vibrating and I would see white exhaust smoke, truck would either lose power or increase speed without any change in acceleration. It has been in the shop over 16 times. The dealership has had the vehicle for numerous weeks and have put over 1,000 miles driving the vehicle in attempt to duplicate the problems and get a diagnostic code. March 2010 while slowing down I noticed a loss of power steering and power brakes for a second or two. By recommendation of ford our dealership has flushed the power steering system approximately 4 times. The loss of power steering and power brakes almost caused my wife to go off the road while exiting a highway. The dealership had possession of my truck for the entire month of june 2010. They were unable to duplicate the steering and brake issue. Most recently while out of town I lost power steering and brakes 3 times after I slowed down to make a turn. It appears the loss of steering and brakes lasts longer. I have been informed that ford motor co. Diagnostic protocol is if the computer does not throw a code or a service tech cannot get the vehicle to duplicate the problem they are not able to do anything. We have been more than patient with the dealer, the service records and the amount of time we have been without the truck will clearly show we have given more than adequate chance to fix these problems. Now at 90,000 miles I own a vehicle that I will not allow my wife or anyone else drive in fear they may not be able to react quick enough to maintain control until the power steering and power brakes return to function.
Subject owns a 2008 f250 w/ 6.4l diesel. At random, when attempting to accelerate, pull onto a highway, or otherwise increase speed, vehicle will lose power and stumble. White smoke has been noticed from the exhaust during at least one of these incidents. Ford has tsb 08-25-1 which attempts to address this problem, but vehicle is past warranty, and other owners have reported the problem persists even after having the tsb performed. This is a safety issue, on august 20, 2010 we were pulling a 10,000 trailer and went to pass a slower vehicle. Our vehicle lost power while passing (stumble/smoke) for approx 5 seconds, before regaining power. We could have had a terrible accident if there had been oncoming traffic present and/or power had not returned. Problem is able to be duplicated.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled twice. The contact stated that the check engine light came on then a warning light displayed "find a safe place to pull over". When the engine light and the message illuminated, the vehicle stalled within a few seconds. The vehicle was in the dealers possession when the complaint was filed. The first time the vehicle was taken to the dealer he stated that they could not find anything wrong. The failure mileage was 46000 and the current mileage was 47000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. While driving various speeds, the vehicle hesitates when the accelerator pedal is depressed. The failure has been occurring ever since the dealer changed the computer in the internal engine. The contact received a notice stating that it needed to be changed. The dealer stated that the vehicle was fine, although it has been in the repair shop approximately three times for this same issue. The failure is due to the computer module, which has caused the vehicle to have poor fuel mileage. The dealer acknowledges the failure and the contact believes it is a safety issue. The failure mileage was 16,000 and current mileage was 23,000. Updated 8/10/09 *cn updated 08/13/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 ford f-250. While driving in reverse at 1 MPH, the vehicle went into fast idle mode and suddenly lunged backwards. The contact slammed on the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. The dealer stated that the vehicle was designed to do this as a self-cleaning process. The current and failure mileages were 1,000. Updated 02-01-08 *bf updated 02/01/08
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