Four problems related to loud engine noise have 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.
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-150. The contact heard a loud noise coming from the motor and the spark plug suddenly blew out. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who stated that the failure occurred due to the aluminum heads and the threads were worn and fractured, which caused them to detach. The contact had the vehicle's heating coils threaded in the head cover; however, the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic again who stated that the heating coil blew out and damaged the head cover. The mechanic stated that the head cover needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened case number: 12284440. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Ford F-150. The contact stated that was hearing an abnormal noise from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 182,000. Ak.
The contact owns a 2008 Ford F-150. While driving, the engine made an abnormal noise and the check engine light illuminated. In addition, the oil pressure was low and the vehicle shook violently. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The technician informed the contact that there was a TSB for the failure (14-0114). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 111,000.
Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 5 mph,he heard an abnormal noise that came from the engine. The vehicle was taken to a dealer mechanic, who diagnosed that the timing chain, timing chain slide, timing chain tightener and cam phasers need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacture was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. Lb.