Faults:

Idler pulleys wore - replaced with new pulleys.

Fuel pump control module fail - replaced with new module.

ABS module fail - replaced with new module.

Fuel gauge erroneous readings - replaced AC/DC converter for flex fuel.

Axle seals seeping - replaced axle seals.

Throttle position sensor fail - replaced with new sensor.

General Comments:

This vehicle has been very reliable, it is comfortable and has good power. I use this vehicle as a daily driver and tow or haul frequently. I maintain the vehicle in accordance with the owners manual and change the fluids and service the vehicle on-time or early. All issues that I have experienced are what I would consider normal wear and tear items. Regardless of the failure, this vehicle has never left me stranded and has always been in a state, even if degraded performance, to drive to a location to repair. Parts are readily available and resources are abundant online to diagnose and instruct most repairs.

Faults:

The only things I have replaced is the timing chain 3 times and the transmission once.

General Comments:

The truck has been amazingly reliable. The Ford 5.4 3 valve is a good engine when it is serviced in conjunction with the manufacturer recommendation.

The phasers and timing components are the weak link and need more attention than anything else on the truck. If these are serviced regularly, the truck will last a long time. The transmission also has a weak front band, but with the updated parts available this weakness can be addressed without any further need for servicing.

Faults:

No issues. No dash lights, no dealer service required so far.

General Comments:

Our F150 Lariat 4x4 (5.5' box) is a finely engineered vehicle that does not disappoint in any way. So far it has proven itself well-constructed and tight with NO squeaks or rattles at any time, over any road. So far there have been no issues to complain about - not even the smallest problem.

Average fuel mileage over the life of the truck so far is 16.3 mpg (US). Highway trips are returning 18+ mpg (US) or about 22mpg (Imperial). Trips are all western Canada and USA = mountains. I drive with a mind to fuel economy, but certainly keep up with any traffic.

Fortunately I do not have to use this vehicle for commuting in town (Jeep Wrangler for that) as it is quite large for Vancouver area streets and parking.

We bought this truck for year-round trips, both on and off road, and for this purpose we have picked a winner. The durability, visibility, comfort, quiet and load capability is outstanding, and I simply feel great driving this rig.

I've driven about 1.4 million km on 12 company vehicles and 21 of my own, plus 80 rentals since 1976. Honestly I've driven some cars that have to rate as poor.

This 2008 Ford F150 ranks number one on my list for its many positive attributes.

Faults:

This was a very good vehicle except for the following: When taking off from a start, the engine frequently died unless I really revved it up, which overheated the clutch, and that caused the clutch to start shuddering. Ford eliminated the vacuum advance years ago, and that's what their trucks need to reasonably take off from a start without having to restart the engine, which can be embarrassing and dangerous. No one wants to rev up an engine when taking off, because it will destroy the clutch. Ford just can't get it right... Vacuum advance, that's what it needs! I was disgusted with it after only 10,000 miles, and traded it off for a Dodge, which I'm happy with.

General Comments:

Never purchase a truck from Ford with a manual transmission, always insist on an automatic unless you want to put up with it dying at inappropriate times, and having to replace the clutch frequently. Go with Dodge instead.