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Recalls 3
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 f-650 and f-750 trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 engine. The #5 and #6 fuel lines may crack at the fastening point to the common fuel rail and cause a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Ford is working with caterpillar to notify owners and repairs will be performed by authorized caterpillar dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on september 8, 2010. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1‑800‑447‑4986 or ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.
Recall number 10V398000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling 2,811 my 2008-2009 f-650 and f-750 trucks equipped with c7 or c9 caterpillar diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1‑800‑447‑4986, or ford at 1‑800‑343‑5338 (fleet owners) or 1‑866‑906‑9811 (motor home owners).
Recall number 08V428000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 or c9 diesel engines, a fuel pump failure will dilute the engine oil with fuel and may cause the turbocharger to fail and cause loss of throttle control with warning.
- Risk
- The warning may be experienced by erratic performance and excessive smoke. Both of these conditions may result in a situation where a vehicle crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Ford is working with caterpillar to have the fuel pump replaced free of charge (please see 07e053). Owners may contact caterpillar at 309‑675‑6496 or ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.
Recall number 07V534000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Ford F-750 SD 68
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- Loose mounting bracket due to poor rivet retention.
- Exterior mirror
- Exterior Mirror
- Ford: after rocker pedestal replacement, some diesel trucks are experiencing knocking engine, rough runs,...
- Ford: diesel engine runs rough, engine knocking, hard start, crank but no start due to height of improper...
- Ford: due to restrictions from cooling system contamination, diesel engine oil coolers primarily are being...
- Ford: there are exhaust leaks, caused by warped exhaust manifold, experience by diesel engine
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Is the 2008 Ford F-750 SD reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Ford F-750 SD, close to a typical F-750 SD model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Ford F-750 SD?
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How many recalls does the 2008 Ford F-750 SD have?
3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling.
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