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2009 Ford F-350 tires problems
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Owners of the 2009 Ford F-350 have filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the tires at roughly $150 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.See tires across all vehicles →
Of the 4 tires complaints filed for the 2009 Ford F-350,
here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
0 (0%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
1 (50%)
75-100k
1 (50%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted.
Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits
and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 13 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Continental tire is recalling certain contitrac tr tires, size lt275/70r18 125/122s outline white letters and black sidewall, and contitrac, size lt275/70r18 125/122s, black sidewall, produced from may 6, 2007, through september 20, 2008, sold as aftermarket and installed as original equipment on some model year 2008 and 2009 Ford f-250 and f-350 trucks
Separation of the belt edges could lead to tread belt separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Continental tire will notify owners and replace the affected tires free of charge. The safety recall began on april 14, 2011. Owners may contact continental customer service toll-free at 1-888-799-2168.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented
repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall
(it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Service BulletinCSP-11B24Apr 2011
FORD: SOME CONTINENTAL TIRES MIGHT HAVE UNEVEN WEAR, VIBRATION, OR THE POSSIBLE TREAD DETACHMENT. 2008-2009 F250/F350. UPDATED 8/3/11.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting
2 most recent
tires · 92,000 mi
· filed 11/09/2012
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Ford f-350 equipped with capitol tires cl24757-245/70/r17. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the front passenger tire exploded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician advised that nothing was found that impacted the original tire. The technician then replaced all of the tires with anther brand. The manufacturer was made aware…
tires · 69,000 mi
· filed 06/18/2014
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Ford f-350 sd equipped with bf goodrich rugged terrain t/a tires, tire size lt 285/65/r20 and DOT number be0t02112911. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, there was a loud noise and the vehicle jerked violently. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the front passenger's side tire tread had separated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The…
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2009 Ford F-350?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Based on the 4 complaints filed, tires issues most often appear around 56,875 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.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires 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.
Are there any recalls related to tires?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover tires 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.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2009/Ford/F-350.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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