One problem related to differential unit has been reported for the 2008 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2008 F-150.
On Wednesday, March 2, 2011 the front differential on my 2008 Ford f150 truck blew apart while backing up on a residential street in nashua, nh. There was a loud noise and the truck slammed to a stop. The truck was towed to best Ford on amherst st. , nashua, nh. Apparently a rod broke in half and ricocheted in the housing damaging the gear shaft and slicing a gash in the differential cap. I was on a quiet street with little traffic. Had this occurred on a busy street or highway, it would have most likely resulted in an accident. I have taken photographs of the damaged parts if they are needed.