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7.5

pretty bad
Typical Repair Cost:
$2,200
Average Mileage:
50,850 miles
Total Complaints:
4 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

  1. not sure (3 reports)
  2. transmission rebuild (1 reports)
2008 Ford F-150 transmission problems

transmission problem

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2008 Ford F-150 Owner Comments

problem #4

Mar 292018

F-150 XLT 4.6L V8

  • Automatic transmission
  • 140,324 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Transmission mechanic said they keep this transmission in stock because this problem is so bad. They replaced failed factory drum with solid aftermarket one and gave me a 1yr warranty. Said Ford knows about it but doesn’t do anything to fix it, just like a list of other problems. Should’ve bought a Chevrolet!

- Brian W., La Vernia, TX, US

problem #3

Oct 282011

F-150 XLT 5.4L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 55,000 miles

This is the first new vehicle I ever purchased.I have always been a Ford owner,and a satisfied one.After spending $30,000 for a new pickup in 2008 and the overdrive quiting at 55,00 miles,I am to say the least extremely disappointed in the durability of this truck.After researching this problem online ,I ffind that a lot more people are having the same issue with their F-150's.Is Ford Motor Co. aware of this problem and do you have any suggestions,or solutions for my dilema?I was unemployed for 2 years and just within the last month went back to work(at a much decreased salary,but at least I'm working)I was hoping to recover from an increasing debt problem and get caught up on bills.Now I am most likely facing an expensive repair bill,and without an extra vehicle to drive while my truck is being repaired,I forsee transportation problems ahead.

As I said,I have always been brand loyal,but if this is any indication of Ford quality I will be switching brands soon.Are there any pending recalls for this issue that you are aware of?

- Dennis T., Salt Lick, KY, US

problem #2

Feb 202009

F-150 STX 4.7L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 6,500 miles

Talked to my dealer and they told me they couldn't get to it till the 27th of Feb.

- Dan W., Higbee, MO, US

problem #1

Jun 012008

F-150 King Ranch 5.4L V8

  • Automatic transmission
  • 1,500 miles

Ford will not fix this problem. I believe this to be a problem with all 2008 same equipped trucks.

- Scott M., Montgomery, TX, US

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