2008 Ford F-250 SD Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 39about this part
- Share
- 28%of 141 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 57,752miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 39 complaints about the steering of the 2008 Ford F-250 SD, 28% of the 141 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 57,752 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I experienced death wobble 3 times in two weeks after hitting a bump on the interstate traveling approximately 60 - 65 MPH each time. The vehicle shook uncontrollably until I slowed down to 40 MPH or below. The vehicle was moving forward in a straight line when the problem occurred.”
NHTSA complaint #11081526, filed 2018-03, 141,000 miles“While driving my 08 Ford f250 sd, I experience severe shimmy going over a bump in the road or small dip. More noticeable when going about 45 and I hit a bump and the wheel jerks and throws the truck what feels like feet. I have not replaced any parts yet nor have I spoken with the dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10690980, filed 2015-02, 71,000 miles“Loss of steering control while turning corner. Wheel failed to return to centre without extreme force. Following the corner the vehicle jumped left to right uncontrolled approx 6-12 inches at low speed for 1/2 block. Fighting the wheel I was able to stop, and the steering loosened up allowing me to finish the last 2 blocks of journey at a reduced speed with the steering reacting normally.”
NHTSA complaint #10515701, filed 2013-06, 150,000 miles“I was driving to a cross street intersection when my steering wheel locked up and couldn't turn on to the cross street and I had to stop the truck and back up, then after I stopped, the wheel let go and I was able to turn the truck. This has happened several time since I have owned the truck.”
NHTSA complaint #10513980, filed 2013-05, 109,212 miles“The truck has always had a issue with the steering gear box even at 53,000 miles when I brought it when asked the dealer they inform me that the gear boxes needs replaced and its not uncommon for these trucks to have this issue , and its only getting worse.”
NHTSA complaint #10566863, filed 2014-03, 53,841 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10148818Oct 2, 2018This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball…
- 10028404Dec 1, 2013Ford trucks service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Vehicles have experienced severe steering wheel and front wheel vibrations and oscillations after…
- 10024691Feb 1, 20082008 e-series and f-series super duty - steering gear leak.
- 10023851Oct 1, 2007Some 2008 f-super duty vehicles built before 5/10/07 and equipped with a 5.4l or 6.8l engine and single rear wheels (srw), with a customer concern of power steering pump noise…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 24% |
| 2024 | 4 | 10% |
| 2023 | 5 | 11% |
| 2022 | 8 | 6% |
| 2021 | 15 | 9% |
| 2020 | 46 | 17% |
| 2019 | 776 | 67% |
| 2018 | 252 | 63% |
| 2017 | 717 | 62% |
| 2016 | 118 | 41% |
| 2015 | 126 | 43% |
| 2014 | 7 | 27% |
| 2013 | 3 | 14% |
| 2012 | 18 | 32% |
| 2011 | 47 | 39% |
| 2010 | 13 | 41% |
| 2009 | 7 | 30% |
| 2008 | 39 | 28% |
| 2007 | 23 | 43% |
| 2006 | 102 | 37% |
| 2005 | 67 | 23% |
| 2004 | 15 | 6% |
| 2003 | 15 | 8% |
| 2002 | 12 | 5% |
| 2001 | 21 | 7% |
| 2000 | 8 | 3% |
| 1999 | 14 | 6% |
| 1997 | 4 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2008 Ford F-250 SD
33 complaintsBrakes
18 complaintsTires
12 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Ford F-250 SD
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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