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This condition may prevent the driver air bag from properly deploying and reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.
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severe Owners of the 2008 Ford F-250 have filed 6 NHTSA complaints about the airbags at roughly $1,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See airbags across all vehicles →
| Model year | airbags complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 F-250 | 4 |
| 2008 F-250 (this page) | 6 |
| 2012 F-250 | 5 |
Among the 9 model years of Ford F-250 in our records for airbags problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
This condition may prevent the driver air bag from properly deploying and reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.
It's a meaningful issue. 6 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
Based on the 6 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 89,800 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.