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-250 recalls
Equipment adaptive/mobility
NHTSA campaign 09V026000 · reported January 26, 2009 · COMM TRANS SULLY CORPORATION · 108 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Comm trans is recalling 108 my 2005-2008 ford e250 and e350 vans built on ford chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
- The risk
- A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
- The fix
- Comm trans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or comm trans at 901-726-9394.
Equipment adaptive/mobility
NHTSA campaign 09V025000 · reported January 23, 2009 · COMM TRANS SULLY CORPORATION · 111 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Comm trans is recalling 111 my 2005-2008 ford e250 and e350 vans built on ford chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations on motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
- The risk
- The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
- The fix
- Comm trans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or comm trans at 901-726-9394.
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
NHTSA campaign 08V191000 · reported April 25, 2008 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 64,754 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Ford is recalling 64,754 my 2008 f-250 and f-350 single rear wheel, 4x4, 156 inch wheel base pick up trucks equipped with a two piece drive shaft for failing to conform to the fuel spillage requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." during a 30 mph frontal impact into a rigid barrier, the fuel tank can move forward and contact a frame cross member, potentially causing damage to the fuel delivery module which can result in fuel spillage.
- The risk
- Fuel spillage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a bracket on the affected vehicles free of charge. The recall began on may 23, 2008. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Seats
NHTSA campaign 08V096000 · reported February 28, 2008 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 87,515 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Ford is recalling 87,515 my 2008 f250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 vehicles for failing to comply with all the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems." some 40% split and captain's chair driver's seats, equipped with lumbar supports, may have improper welds at the joint of the seat back pivot bracket and the seat back frame.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the seat side pivot bracket may crack or break, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
- The fix
- Dealers will add a reinforcement to the driver's seat back frame on the 40% split or captain's chair seat equipped with lumbar support or, if necessary, the seat back frame will be replaced. The recall began on march 28, 2008. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
NHTSA campaign 07V541000 · reported November 21, 2007 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 45 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements specified in federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the driver air bag module may not have been properly assembled.
- The risk
- This condition may prevent the driver air bag from properly deploying and reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace your driver air bag module free of charge. The recall began on november 20, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)
NHTSA campaign 07V139000 · reported March 26, 2007 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 33,169 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine, excessive temperatures in the diesel particulate filter in the exhaust system may result from excess hydrocarbons in the exhaust.
- The risk
- Lack of power or rough operation, unusual noises from the engine or exhaust, white smoke from the exhaust, and potentially a visible flame out the tailpipe can occur.
- The fix
- Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. The recall began on april 3, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
NHTSA campaign 07V140000 · reported March 26, 2007 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 1,022 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine, insufficient clearance of the battery positive (b+) wire to the right hand splash shield bolt may result in the battery b+ wire contacting the splash shield bolt.
- The risk
- Long term contact could cause wire chafe, resulting in copper wire being exposed. If this condition occurs, the battery b+ wire could short to ground increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the battery b+ wire location and, if necessary, reposition the wire. The recall began on april 3, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Oct 21, 2026 · Engine
A very well taken care of engine has now produced a knocking diesel sound like so many other that are seen out there now at 93k mine is on the way out and unnessarly needs way tomuch work that exceedes the value of the vehicle this has been noted by thousands on line with the same issue with less milage and is so bad…
Sep 23, 2026 · Fuel system, diesel · 175,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-250 equipped with a 6.4L diesel engine. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a catastrophic fuel system failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the technicians diagnosed the issue as gasoline contamination in the diesel fuel, which…
Feb 8, 2026 · Structure
All the fiberglass Bkack trim and the Gray door panels and the middle armrest are causing skin irritation to any person that come in touch with them. I havee owned this Truck for so many years, the problem started about 4 years ago, since I only use it for towing the camper I have ignored the issue for sure this very…
Dec 26, 2025 · Unknown or other
What: 2008 Backup camera failure just like the 1.46 million in newer models. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? See details for current recall, copy/paste. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? No, but am happy to let them. Has the vehicle or…
Nov 12, 2025 · Electrical system · 182,000 miles
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2008 Ford F-250. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 88,000. It was later discovered, after checking the Carfax report, that the mileage was…
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 21, 2026.