Most common 2008 Ford F-650 SD problems
Share of the 2 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford F-650 SD complaints by model year
Best F-650 SD years: 2018, 2011, 2015. Compare all years →
2008 Ford F-650 SD recalls (4)
Engine and engine cooling
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.
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.
Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
Cues, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 service vehicles built on various chassis equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. The heater element in these assemblies May be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.
Remedy: Cues is working with carrier to remedy the affected vehicles. Repairs will be made by carrier free of charge. Please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. The safety recall began on January 5, 2010.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel
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.
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…
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2008 Ford F-650 SD a good car?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 F-650 SD rates few complaints: 40% fewer complaints than a typical year of the F-650 SD at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Ford F-650 SD?
The brakes — 1 complaint, 50% of all complaints for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2008 Ford F-650 SD have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2008 Ford F-650 SD, the most recent from September 9, 2010 (engine and engine cooling). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford F-650 SD?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2011 and 2015. See the full Ford F-650 SD years comparison.
At what mileage do 2008 Ford F-650 SD problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 165,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.