2008 Ford F-350 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 2%of 131 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 36,266miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2008 Ford F-350, 2% of the 131 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 36,266 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Ford f350 with 6.4l diesel had check engine light (cel) illuminate while driving. Engine immediately slowed to idle (800rpm) and would not respond to throttle inputs. Was not able to clear roadway and blocked traffic on busy urban road. Dealer was not able to find anything wrong , yet performed calibration update on PCM . I was informed this needs to be done as vehicle ages and sensors wear. Reviewed owners manual and did not located maintenance interval for calibration updates to PCM. I am certain this is an inherent PCM software code error leading to complete loss of engine operation. …”
NHTSA complaint #10483651, filed 2012-11, 36,266 miles“Excessive white smoke out of exhaust, especially with acceleration. Smoke has a foul odor also. Can hear a knocking sound in engine on deceleration (similar to bad wheel bearing hums), only does it if turbo is over 150-200 PSI, but will do it every single time. 'drive to clean exhaust' displayed on dash. Completed recommended drive cycle (over 30mph for at least 20 minutes, I drove for 45 mins) and message still appears. Wrench symbol displayed on dash. Per owner's guide the rtt displays when engine has defaulted to limp-home operation or when transmission problem has been detected.. …”
NHTSA complaint #10959856, filed 2017-03, 53,000 milesRelated recalls
- 07V139000Mar 26, 2007On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine, excessive temperatures in the diesel particulate filter in the exhaust system may result from excess…Covers: Ford F-350 2008, F-250 2008, F-550 SD 2008 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10054755Jan 8, 2014Ford: the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0713 and/or p0710 regarding torqshift transmission. Model 2008-2009 f-53 motorhome chassis, low…
- 10025549May 4, 2011Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Demonstration/delivery hol customer satisfaction program 08b03. Certain 2008 model f-350, 4x4, 10,001 lbs and…
- 10039053Mar 1, 2011Ford: if there is an intermittent lack of power, surge, or hesitation while driving the brakes will override acceleration.
- 10034712Sep 23, 2010Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Catalyst y pipe warranty extension.. In some of the affected vehicles, certain vehicle operating conditions…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 7 | 8% |
| 2013 | 5 | 7% |
| 2012 | 9 | 6% |
| 2011 | 9 | 7% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 3 | 8% |
| 2006 | 3 | 2% |
| 2005 | 5 | 4% |
| 2004 | 18 | 11% |
| 2003 | 4 | 4% |
| 2002 | 10 | 9% |
| 2001 | 17 | 11% |
| 2000 | 28 | 9% |
| 1999 | 64 | 16% |
| 1998 | 1 | 8% |
| 1997 | 21 | 14% |
| 1996 | 15 | 12% |
| 1995 | 14 | 10% |
| 1994 | 22 | 23% |
| 1993 | 15 | 15% |
| 1992 | 8 | 15% |
| 1991 | 3 | 10% |
| 1990 | 5 | 13% |
| 1989 | 2 | 5% |
| 1988 | 3 | 10% |
| 1987 | 1 | 13% |
| 1986 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2008 Ford F-350
47 complaintsEngine cooling
31 complaintsEngine
18 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsWheels
6 complaintsTires
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Ford F-350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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