2008 Ford F-350 Suspension Problems
- 9
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
While driving over 40 mph if a bump or pothole is hit the truck bounces or shakes violently at the front. The truck had previously done it one other time. This time the truck was traveing about 55 mph on a 2 lane highway when i hit a dip in the road and the truck started violently bouncing and went across the opposite direction side of the highway. Luckily no other car was coming but damage was done to the front of…
ODI 11072152
Steering · Suspension
After hitting a bump in the road, the truck will shake violently and attempt to get out of control. The only way to correct this is bring the vehicle speed down to under 20 mph. This problem began occurring sporadically about one year ago and has gotten consistently worse. It is so sever that i have decided to park the vehicle out of a concern for safety. I had the vehicle inspected at the local ford dealership…
ODI 11067094
Body · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-350. While driving over a bump in the road, the vehicle shook, bounced, and made a squeaking noise. The contact called schultz ford lincoln (located at 80 nu-304, nanuet, ny 10954, [redacted]) and was informed to contact the manufacturer to see if the vehicle was covered under warranty or recalls. In addition, when the contact check under the vehicle, he noticed that the rubber…
ODI 11208610
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-350. The contact stated that while driving over 40 mph, the vehicle wobbled and violently vibrated without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on multiple occasions; however, the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
ODI 10894286
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-350. While driving 65 mph over a pothole, the vehicle began to vibrate violently. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the track bar ball joint was replaced. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000. Updated 03/24/15*lj updated 9/20/2017*cn
ODI 10680495
Engine And Engine Cooling · Suspension
Upon inspection of this vehicle,our mechanic found the automatic dipstick tube rusted in half on the right side of the engine. At the bracket that bolts to the exhaust manifold. We believe this to be a potential fire /safety hazard if some one was to fill or check the transmission while the engine is hot. We also found the right side shock tower severely degraded because of rust. The top of the tower has large…
ODI 10479989
Steering · Suspension
Vehicle shakes violently. Only way to get under control is to stop completely. This has happened numerous times. I have read on forums this is a major problem. Ford needs to recognize the problem and issue a recall. This is very dangerous. *tr
ODI 10438176
Steering · Suspension
I have two 2008 ford f-350 superduty 4x4 trucks. One truck has 39000 miles and the other 61000 miles. At highway speeds, after hitting uneven road surface or bumps, they begin to shimmy and shake so bad that i have to pull over to get it to quit i have had the trucks in numerous times to fix but the problem always returns. I received notice from ford that low tire pressure causes this but i maintain correct tire…
ODI 10278647
Diesel · Steering · Suspension
Two issues really: a sloppily installed valve cover gasket on the right valve cover causing fluid leakage. The second is a constant drift to the left. 2008 f-350 lariat 4x4 crewcab long bed powerstroke diesel. *jb
ODI 10198219