2008 Ford F150
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 75 of 369 complaints (20%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (31) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 488 in 2007 to 369 in 2008.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | vs. 2008 Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900–4,450 | 3,900–4,450 | 3,900–4,450 | 3,650–4,150 | 3,650–4,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 14–16 | 14–16 | 14–16 | 15–17 | 15–17 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 12–14 / 16–19 | 12–14 / 16–19 | 13–14 / 17–20 | 14–15 / 18–21 | 14–15 / 18–21 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 555–635 | 555–635 | 555–635 | 523–592 | 523–592 | |
| Complaints filed | 585 | 488 | 369 | 324 | 842 | |
| Recalls issued | 14 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 58 | 40 | 39 | 28 | 23 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 18 | 13 | 12 | 8 | 35 | |
| Injuries reported | 42 | 38 | 46 | 21 | 28 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2008 Ford F150 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2008 Ford F150?
Engine: 75 of 369 NHTSA complaints (20%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2008 Ford F150 get?
EPA rates it 14–16 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2008 Ford F150?
EPA estimates $3,900–$4,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (10)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 4.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 14 mpg (high) | 19 mpg | 16 mpg (high) | $3,900 (low) | 555 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 4.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 14 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | 16 mpg (high) | $3,900 (low) | 555 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 14 mpg (high) | 19 mpg | 16 mpg (high) | $3,900 (low) | 555 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 13 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $4,450 (high) | 635 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 14 mpg (high) | 19 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 592 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.6L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $4,450 (high) | 635 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.4L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $4,450 (high) | 635 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 13 mpg (low) | 18 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 592 g/mi |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 14 mpg (high) | 19 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 592 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.4L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 592 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 75 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 50 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 27 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 29 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 40 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 53 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 26 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 37 | 20 | 0 | 31 | 1 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 42 | 11 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 26 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 23 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Campaign 08V523000 · Oct 8, 2008
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.