2008 Ford F-450 SD: fuel pump failure

Filed Jan 9, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 15,000 miles · GA

Fuel tank delamination leading to blown engine x2 and fuel pump replacement x2. I use no additives and buy only commercial fuel almost exclusively in northeast georgia.

Filed Jun 26, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 124,000 miles · TX

I was making a left hand turn afyer stoping at a traffic light and loss power. The engine light came on and the turbo pressure gauge dropped. I took the truck into the dealer and the dealer told me that a manafold bolt had broken which caused a bad exhuast leak. Repair cost was $3500. I drove the truck less than 50 miles over the next two days and the problem happened again with loss of power and engine light on. I took the truck back the dealer and was informed that the high pressure fuel pump had exploded and sent metal debris through out the fuel system. I was then told the repair cost were going to $7500 ($6000 for parts and $1500 for labor). This is a bad ford engineering design problem and should be paid for by ford as well as a recall on all models using the same hpfp assembly.

Filed Jun 26, 2015 · Fuel system · 8,200 miles · OH

We are original owners.truck only used to haul drinking water. That is why the mileage is low. In march we smelled gasoline in drive but we have several cars and couldn't pinpoint problem or see gas on ground. We had filled up the truck and thought maybe some gas had spilled. After that we had several incidences of driving down road 40-60 MPH and truck slowed to 20mph. It stalled and came toa complete stop on a few occasions. We were able to restart it. Local shop ran diagnostic check and nothing was evident. Took it to ford dealer today and mechanic says the gas tank has imploded due to crack and dirt got in and fuel pump is clogged. We have never had any incidence of damage to our vehicle and no incident that would cause the fuel tank to split. We found on the internet a class action lawsuit in 2012 for the same problem and model of vehicle we have.we were never notified of a recall or potential problem. This is a safety issue as the vehicle suddenly loses power and it is difficult to steer to the berm.

Filed Apr 3, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 64,075 miles · TN

Vehicle lost complete power while driving on interstate at cruising speed. There were absolutely no warnings, the engine just quit, disabling the vehicle in high speed traffic. The dealer repair was to replace wiring harness for high pressure fuel pump due to wires shorting the engine after the insulation was chafed by internal contact with other engine parts, which was a known issue with this engine for builds prior to august 20, 2007, according to a ford tsb: 07-26-2. This part is completely internal and not subject to inspection until failure. My family and I were extremely fortunate that we were able to get safely to the shoulder of the interstate with many semi's and cars around us when the failure occurred. Also, since engine wouldn't start at all, we were subjected to extreme cold weather conditions while waiting for tow vehicle, over 2 hours. This is a potential life-threatening defect!! Losing all power in seconds without warning in high-speed traffic is unacceptable, ford!

Filed May 11, 2011 · Fuel system · 24,593 miles · NC

This truck started having issue at 24,593 miles from the radiator, cooler, and gasket issues, replaced parts. Then 6 months later issue again on radiator and replace again. 4 days later back again for same issues. 1 month later again in shop for coolant leaking. Feb 2010 we replaced fuel pump assembly. July 2010 had to replace fuel system on vehicle and all 8 injectors. Had work done at another shop because 2 ford dealerships where behind 2 weeks. Vehicle only had 39,849 mileage and ford would not reimburse me since ford dealer did not fix. October 2010 fuel sensors not work and had to pay for repair. Have 5 f-450 and all have issues.

Filed Mar 30, 2010 · Fuel system · 34,090 miles · NY

The coating on the interior of ford diesel fuel tanks corrodes and collects as sediment in the fuel system. The sediment, collects at the botton of the fuel tank and is sucked into the fuel system. In this incident, the failure began with the check engine light illuminating. The dealer, replaced the sensor, then at a second time the fuel element, and finally the entire fuel system required replacement. The fuel lines become fouled, the fuel pumps become clogged and require replacement. As the coating continues to deteriorate, the only recourse it to change the fuel tank, the sensors, and entire fuel delivery system. We have had 3 ford vehicles f series experience this problem. In this case in less than 18 months from date of purchase, the fuel elements and sensors required replacement we are reporting this as it seems to be a defect in all the ford diesel fuel systems. As the fuel systems become clogged, the vehicles lose power without warning and create a safety issue and driving hazard not only to the vehicle operator but other motorists.

Filed Feb 16, 2010 · Engine · 46,000 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 ford f450sd. The contact stated as he was driving at 40-65mph the engine goes into a safe mode and cuts off. He stated that when parts such as the egr valve and fuel pump fail the engine goes into a safe mode and the vehicle shuts down. The contact had to pull over to the side of the road, restart the engine and then drive slowly to the dealer. The dealer has already replace the fuel pump but the egr valve is on back order due to a high demand of this failure. The failure mileage was 46,000.

Filed Oct 19, 2009 · Engine, Fuel system · NE

Ltr on behalf of constituent re 2008 ford f450 truck defective engine. *nj the consumer stated from july 12, 2008 to november 28, 2008 she experienced three failed engines. There was an unusual amount of heat in the engine compartment, enough to melt the wiring and cause smoke to come into the cab of the truck. On each occasion, that the engine failed, there was excessive looseness in the steering. On one occasion, the consumers son was driving the truck and all of a sudden, oil began blowing all over the windshield. The fuel pump also failed which was causing the steering and starter to lock up.

Filed Jan 31, 2009 · Fuel system · 23,606 miles · IN

I own a 2008 ford f-450 with a 6.4 diesel motor. I have numerous issues with drive train problems since I took delivery. Finally, while driving on a 4-lane highway doing 50mhp the motor quit running. Bake and steering failure followed. After getting towed to a dealer and after 3 days to find the problem, I was told there was a burnt wiring harness inside the high pressure fuel pump system. I asked if this was a single issue or wide-spread. I was told that there is a tsb (tech service information) regarding this failure. I asked why no recall and was told this is not a safety issue. I consider my truck to stop running at any speed to be a safety issue. The repair took 11 days to complete. In order to make the repair the cab and the front body have to be removed from the chassis. I can see why ford would not want to replace these defective pieces on all the 6.4 diesel motors, however by waiting for each one to break down, and possibly causing a serious accident is a terrible business decision. Please help other owners!!

Filed Jan 25, 2008 · Fuel system · 16,000 miles · NY · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 ford f-450. The contact stated that the fuel pump is causing the vehicle to jerk and smoke. The pump has been replaced twice. When the vehicle was repaired the first time, the welding nut was broken. Currently, the vehicle is being held together by the nuts and bolts. Ford stated that nothing could be done because commercial vehicles are not covered under warranty. The failure mileage was 16,000 and current mileage was 19,000.