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โ 7 open recalls (high)โ 233 owner complaints (high)โ Not yet NHTSA crash-ratedโ 15+ year old vehicleโ VIN fully verified
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VIN 1FDWF37R28EB95687 identifies a passenger vehicle โ the 2008 Ford F-350. This specific unit was assembled at the JEFFERSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Ford's North American production plants. It is equipped with 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 and a 6.4L 8 Cyl engine producing 350 hp.
This vehicle carries a significant 7 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include tires:tread/belt, trailer hitches, fuel system, gasoline:delivery. All recalls must be repaired by a Ford dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 23 highway), which represents below-average for its class fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $3450 at national average gas prices.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2008 Ford F-350 falls in an estimated used-market range of $25,900โ$34,300. The high recall count may suppress resale value โ factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2008 FORD F-350
The 2008 Ford F-350 is part of the Ford lineup. For specifications and reliability data, consult established automotive publications or the manufacturer's official website.
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Type: INCOMPLETE VEHICLE
Body: Incomplete - Chassis Cab (Single Cab)
Plant: JEFFERSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA)
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NHTSA Recalls
7 Open Recalls
CONTINENTAL TIRE IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONTITRAC TR TIRES, SIZE...
KNAPHEIDE IS RECALLING 108 MY 2006-2008 PRO SERIES TRUCK...
FORD IS RECALLING 64,754 MY 2008 F-250 AND F-350...
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Owner Complaints
233 filed with NHTSA
Items in my bed and liner caught on fire....
I have had multiple incidents of my truck shutting...
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Fuel Economy
18 MPG Combined
City: 15 MPG
Hwy: 23 MPG
Combined: 18 MPG
Fuel: Diesel
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$25,900โ$34,300
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Overall RatingNot rated by NHTSAFront Crash RatingNot rated by NHTSA
Side Crash RatingNot rated by NHTSARollover RiskNot rated by NHTSA
Safety Recalls
11T00200015/03/2011
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
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...
Risk: SEPARATION OF THE BELT EDGES COULD LEAD TO TREAD BELT SEPARATION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: CONTINENTAL TIRE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED TIRES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT...
08V34400028/07/2008
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.
Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN BENDING OF THE HITCH CHANNEL OR THE HITCH COULD BE PULLED OFF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: KNAPHEIDE WILL OFFER TWO REMEDIES TO ITS CUSTOMERS: (1) FOR THOSE CUSTOMERS WHO DO NOT USE THE HITCH, THE HITCH WILL BE REMOVED FROM...
08V19100025/04/2008
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
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...
Risk: FUEL SPILLAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A BRACKET ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 23, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT...
08V09600028/02/2008
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...
Risk: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT SIDE PIVOT BRACKET MAY CRACK OR BREAK, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD A REINFORCEMENT TO THE DRIVER'S SEAT BACK FRAME ON THE 40% SPLIT OR CAPTAIN'S CHAIR SEAT EQUIPPED WITH LUMBAR SUPPORT OR,...
07V14000026/03/2007
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
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.
Risk: LONG TERM CONTACT COULD CAUSE WIRE CHAFE, RESULTING IN COPPER WIRE BEING EXPOSED. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE BATTERY B+ WIRE COULD SHORT TO...
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BATTERY B+ WIRE LOCATION AND, IF NECESSARY, REPOSITION THE WIRE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT...
07V13900026/03/2007
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
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.
Risk: LACK OF POWER OR ROUGH OPERATION, UNUSUAL NOISES FROM THE ENGINE OR EXHAUST, WHITE SMOKE FROM THE EXHAUST, AND POTENTIALLY A VISIBLE FLAME OUT...
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
07V54100021/11/2007
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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.
Risk: THIS CONDITION MAY PREVENT THE DRIVER AIR BAG FROM PROPERLY DEPLOYING AND REDUCE OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE YOUR DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 20, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Owner Complaints
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINEโ 1 Injury01/17/2026
Items in my bed and liner caught on fire....
Items in my bed and liner caught on fire. Engine regeneration for emissions got so hot melted all of the bed liner and caught a new large tv...
ENGINE01/13/2026
I have had multiple incidents of my truck shutting...
I have had multiple incidents of my truck shutting off completely while driving. The latest incident resulted in a "catastrophic engine failure". In the latest incident occurring in...
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM05/14/2025
Vehicle died while driving on the freeway. Towed to...
Vehicle died while driving on the freeway. Towed to the local Ford who did a diagnostic and test they found that the engine is completely done with as...
UNKNOWN OR OTHERโ 1 Injury03/01/2025
Items inside bed caught on fire due to exhaust...
Items inside bed caught on fire due to exhaust cleaning system getting so hot to burn off pollution in DPF pipe. Dangerous truck to drive contacted ford. No...
STEERING,SUSPENSION07/20/2023
Death wobble. First experience was September 2019
Death wobble. First experience was September 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC05/24/2023
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-350. The contact...
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-350. The contact stated that on several occasions while the accelerator pedal was depressed, the contact noticed a burning odor throughout the...
STEERING02/13/2023
Steering went out , wouldnโt return to center
Steering went out , wouldnโt return to center
STEERING10/23/2021
Power steering pump replaced with new unit. Major steering...
Power steering pump replaced with new unit. Major steering issues. Will not turn at some points. Almost caused 3 accidents on 10/22/2021. Have had front end and power...
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 233 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 1FDWF37R28EB95687 decode to?+
VIN 1FDWF37R28EB95687 decodes to a 2008 FORD F-350, assembled in JEFFERSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2008 FORD F-350 have?+
This 2008 FORD F-350 has 7 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2008 FORD F-350 with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a FORD dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs โ they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2008 FORD F-350?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2008 FORD F-350 is estimated at $25,900โ$34,300. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2008 FORD F-350 get?+
According to EPA data, the 2008 FORD F-350 gets approximately 18 MPG combined (15 city / 23 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,450.