Ford

Super Duty (2nd)

2008-2010 · Full-Size Truck ยท 2 engines
Best Engine โŒ Avoid (1.9)
1,329 NHTSA Complaints
9 Recalls
36 Fire Reports
51 Crash Reports
Includes data from: F SUPER DUTYF-250F-250 REGULAR CABF-250 SUPERCABF-250 SUPERCREWF-350F-350 REGULAR CABF-350 SUPERCABF-350 SUPERCREWF-450 SDF-450 SUPER DUTYF-550 SDSUPER DUTY
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Engine Reliability Ratings

6.8L EFI

6.8L 10-cyl / 305 hp
โŒ Avoid (1.9)
70 complaints 18.0 per year Gasoline
4 fire reports 1 fatality
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
20
suspension
14
engine
12
brakes
11
wheels tires
9

Known Issues

Steering Issues (20 complaints)
Suspension Issues (14 complaints)
Engine Issues (12 complaints)

5.4L EFI

5.4L 8-cyl / 250 hp
โŒ Avoid (1.6)
129 complaints 32.0 per year Gasoline
4 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
39
suspension
32
engine
18
other
13
wheels tires
13

Known Issues

Steering Issues (39 complaints)
Suspension Issues (32 complaints)
Engine Issues (18 complaints)

1 additional engine variant with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Ford Super Duty regardless of engine variant.

Steering Issues (59 complaints)
steering critical
Suspension Issues (46 complaints)
suspension critical
Engine Issues (32 complaints)
engine critical
Wheels/Tires Issues (13 complaints)
wheels_tires critical
Transmission Issues (12 complaints)
transmission critical

Recalls (9)

14V498000Aug 12, 2014serious
Equipment

PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

14V070000Nov 1, 2014serious
Electrical System

Monroe Truck Equipment (Monroe) is recalling certain model year 2006, 2008 and 2009 Chevrolet C7500 vehicles, 2005-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles, and 2009 Ford F-350, and F-450 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

11T002000Mar 14, 2011serious
Tires

CONTINENTAL TIRE IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONTITRAC TR TIRES, SIZE LT275/70R18 125/122S OUTLINE WHITE LETTERS AND BLACK SIDEWALL, AND CONTITRAC, SIZE LT275/70R18 125/122S, BLACK SIDEWALL, PRODUCED FROM MAY 6, 2007, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 20, 2008, SOLD AS AFTERMARKET AND INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON SOME MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 FORD F-250 AND F-350 TRUCKS. SOME OF THESE TIRES MAY EXPERIENCE UNEVEN WEAR, VIBRATION, OR PARTICULARLY UNDER CONDITIONS OF OVERLOADING OR UNDER INFLATION IN HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE USAGE, SEPARATION BETWEEN THE BELT EDGES.

08V344000Jul 27, 2008serious
Trailer Hitches

KNAPHEIDE IS RECALLING 108 MY 2006-2008 PRO SERIES TRUCK BEDS EQUIPPED WITH AN ICC BUMPER WHICH INCLUDED A PROVISION FOR A BALL HITCH. THERE MAY BE AN INSUFFICIENT WELD ATTACHING THE HITCH CHANNEL TO THE SUPPORTING STRUCTURE.

08V096000Feb 27, 2008serious
Seats

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.

08V191000Apr 24, 2008serious
Fuel System

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.

07V139000Mar 25, 2007cosmetic
Powertrain

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.

07V140000Mar 25, 2007serious
Electrical System

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.

07V541000Nov 20, 2007serious
Air Bags

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty problems?

The 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty has accumulated 1,329 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Steering, Suspension, Engine. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Ford Super Duty engine is most reliable?

The 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty was offered with 3 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 5.4L 8-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty a good used car?

The 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 1,329 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty have?

The 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty has 1,329 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty?

There are 9 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN โ€” check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Ford Super Duty?

Before buying a used Ford Super Duty, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Steering, Suspension, Engine, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Super Duty have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 1,329 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

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