There are no safety recalls for the 2008 Ford E-Series, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2008 Ford E-Series problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 19,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2008 Ford E-Series complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Tires · at 52,000 miles · reported Jun 4, 2012
The contact owns a 2008 ford e250 equipped with hankook rh03 tires, size lt245-75-r16. The contact stated that the front driver side tire experienced tread separation while driving 50 MPH. The tire was replaced. The contact also stated that previously, the rear tires was replaced due to tread separation. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The DOT and serial number for the tire was not available. The tire failure mileage was 20,000. The failure mileage of the vehicle was 52,000.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 7,000 miles · reported Jun 1, 2011
The contact owns a 2008 ford econoline. The contact stated that when sitting in idle the brakes don't seem to hold and the rpms increased up to 3500. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who advised him that was a normal occurrence. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that there were no recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 7,000. The VIN was unavailable. Updated 07/08/11
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 30,000 miles · reported Feb 16, 2009
The rattle clips on the front brake pads/calipers on ford e 450 series vibrate out of position while vehicle is being driven. We have 12 of these vehicles in a fleet and they are all doing this.
Power Train · at 19,000 miles · reported Jan 29, 2009
The events leading up to the failure: daily, highway and city driving in normal traffic conditions. Vehicle has approximately 19,000 miles. The transmission failed and requires a complete swap for a new transmission. The dealership performing the repair commented that the transmission pan shows wear of a transmission with 90,000 to 100,000 miles instead of 19,000 miles. The correction to the failure is a complete removal and installation of a new transmission by ford.
Steering · at 100 miles · reported Jan 5, 2009
We ordered a new 2008 econoline e-350 xlt and after driving we discerned the steering was very loose; it had an unusual amount of "play"; it floated around the road. It was extremely difficult to control on the highways especially at higher speeds. We brought it back to the dealer and both service manager and general manager took it for a test drive and confirmed there was a serious problem. Van was brought in for another appointment to investigate the issue. They "tightened" some parts (?) and asked for me to drive it home and report back if it were any better. Contacted them again and…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Ford E-Series have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2008 Ford E-Series as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Ford E-Series?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (2 reports), followed by steering (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 19,000 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.