Does the 2008 Ford F-150 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Ford F-150, the most recent reported on October 8, 2008 (Engine and engine cooling). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ford F-150?

Owners have filed 369 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (53 complaints), followed by steering (53).

How many 2008 Ford F-150 complaints mention a crash or fire?

39 of 369 complaints report a crash and 12 a fire; 46 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2008 Ford F-150 recalls and problems

1 recall and 369 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Ford F-150.

recalls

369

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2008 Ford F-150 recalls

Engine and engine cooling

NHTSA campaign 08V523000 · reported October 8, 2008 · ROUSH PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC. · 213 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The 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.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine53
Steering53
Power train50
Vehicle speed control41
Air bags29
Electrical system29
Structure23
Engine and engine cooling22
Fuel/propulsion system21
Service brakes21

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 3, 2026 · Air bags
The driver side air bag went off while reversing out of my home. The air bag went off while my arm was across the steering wheel. Powder went in my eyes from it and my arm was bruised and burned from the impact. It hurt so bad that my I had someone pick me up from home and drive me to the hospital. I also had my ear…

Dec 11, 2025 · Visibility
The mirrors are not convex, the do not meet safety standards for viewable angles. Impossible to use to back up.

Nov 25, 2025 · Wheels
Walmart Auto Center installed the incorrect tire size 255/70R17 on my factory setup with factory wheels. Westlake SU318 All Season 255/70R17 112T SUV/crossover tires were installed in place of the correct size 245/70R17 tires. Walmart is refusing to fix my truck and I had the brake lines blow out 3 weeks after…

Aug 26, 2025 · Power train · 135,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, the contact attempted to restart the vehicle and became aware that the gear shifter was not in park(P). The contact inspected the gear shift lever, and the gear shifter was in the park(P); however, the contact was unable to move…

Apr 21, 2025 · Unknown or other
The grab handle on drivers side that is put there to assist the driver to enter the vehicle is the issue. On 4/17/2025 I was attempting to enter my truck. I am severely disabled. I grabbed the handle that is attached to the A pillar as I have hundreds of times since I bought the truck in 2008. I am the original owner…

F-150 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2005	3	1,112	50	29
2006	4	585	58	18
2007	2	488	40	13
2008	1	369	39	12
2009	2	324	28	8
2010	1	843	23	35
2011	6	2,193	46	19

Across all years, the 2013 F-150 has the most complaints (2,992). All Ford F-150 years →

Questions

Does the 2008 Ford F-150 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Ford F-150, the most recent reported on October 8, 2008 (Engine and engine cooling). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ford F-150?: Owners have filed 369 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (53 complaints), followed by steering (53).
How many 2008 Ford F-150 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 39 of 369 complaints report a crash and 12 a fire; 46 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 3, 2026.