2008 Ford F-350 SD: engine stalls while driving

Filed May 11, 2016 · Engine, Fuel system · 100,000 miles · LA

Shortly after the truck is up to operating temperature a constant plume of white smoke continuously emits from the exhaust. Fuel economy has had a substantial loss. During lower levels (1/4 or lower levels of diesel) of fuel capacity the engine will stall and die upon take off. Attempting to restart afterwards was very difficult. During this process a "wrench" appears on the dash and that's about it. I have not checked "codes" yet and the check engine lite in on.

Filed Oct 15, 2014 · Engine · 44,000 miles · VA

I have submitted my request for a recall to be issued on all 2008 ford f350sd for the exhaust temperature sensor failure causing the vehicle to shutdown. Looks as though a recall was issued for 2012 ford 6.7l ambulance packages: f-350 engine recall number: 13v535000 recall date: 10/30/2013 problem summary: ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 f-350/450/550 ambulance package vehicles manufactured february 22, 2010, through october 19, 2012 and equipped with a 6.7l diesel engine. Due to an exhaust sensor problem, the vehicles may experience loss of power followed by an engine stall. Consequence: an unexpected engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, if this were to occur when the ambulance is transporting a patient, there is an increased risk of injury to the patient. Corrective action: ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the exhaust gas temperature sensor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by the end of november 2013. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13s10. Sure if a crash can result in the vehicle shutting down on a 6.7l, it could also occur on a 6.4l 2008 ford f350 super duty that is not an ambulance package. A crash is what almost happen when my wife's vehicle shutdown on her due to the sensor going out heading down hill with no power steering. Investigate this and have ford held accountable. I have emailed ford on several occassions and this is their latest response: our records indicate that you contacted the ford crc on 9/30/14, and our customer care representative advised you that we have documented your comments which will be forwarded to the appropriate department for review and consideration. Wow "for review and consideration".

Filed Jan 17, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · MA

Was driving at approximately 40mp when the engine just stopped and lost power. This happened on 2 more occasions. Once while pulling out onto a busy street, and was almost hit by oncoming traffic. Cannot risk injury, so took it right to a reputable local diesel mechanic. Diesel mechanic states that entire fuel system must be replaced. Faulty hi pressure fuel pump disintegrated and sent metal thru fuel system. This will cost $8000 to fix. Was told this was the first year "bug" for a new design. Ford will not replace parts or warranty this. Common on this model, but definitely a safety hazard, as the truck may or may not stall when giving gas. It is unpredictable.

Filed Sep 10, 2012 · Fuel system · 41,200 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f350. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnose that the wire harness was damaged and caused the fuel pump to short out. As a result, the wire harness and the fuel pump needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle no longer under warranty. The failure mileage was 41,200. Updated 11/13/12

Filed Jun 23, 2011 · Electrical, Engine · 23,000 miles · WV

While driving my 2008 f350 superduty diesel powered truck at 45mph for approx 4 miles, received message "exhaust drive complete" immediately followed by "stop safely now" and complete powerdown of engine. The truck decelerated so fast that despite my flooring the throttle, the car behind me almost collided. The truck lost so much power that I could not safely pull off road and was in a rural area between two blind curves. The whole incident happened in less than 30 seconds and left truck completely vulnerable to whatever traffic conditions were at the time of incident. After getting over to side of road, truck stalled on slight rise and did not have the power to move, however when I shut truck down, my 5ft8in 200lb body was able to push the 8000 lb vehicle over the hump. Engine would not crank over after incident and was not allowed to restart until after the unit either cooled down or timed out (didn't try for 30-45 min later). By time tow truck arrived, unit would run but less than full power and check engine light was on. Truck was in shop serviced for faulty egr valve and had latest ford recall for reprogramming completed less than 100 miles prior to incident.

Filed Dec 30, 2010 · Engine · 73,000 miles · OK

While driving in snowy conditions, the air filter will get clogged with snow causing the engine to stall. On 12/30/2010 at 2pm I drove approximately 20 miles (zip code 57201) and the air filter had 1/2" of snow all around and inside the filter. Discussed with local ford dealer and they say there is a no fix for this problem could cause vehicle to stall in adverse weather conditions and cause an accident and or strand passengers in adverse weather conditions.