2007 Ford F-150 vs 2008 Ford F-150
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Ford F-150 | 2008 Ford F-150 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 488 | 368 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 32 | 39 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 40 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 14–16 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 64,172 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-150 | Ford F-150 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 105 | 53 |
| Power Train | 57 | 50 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 54 | 41 |
| Steering | 29 | 53 |
| Electrical System | 42 | 29 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 41 | 22 |
| Tires | 52 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 36 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 40 | 26 |
| Rust / corrosion | 29 | 35 |
| Vibration / shaking | 28 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 20 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 18 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 16 | 8 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 11 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 5 |
2007 Ford F-150
2008 Ford F-150
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.