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2009 Ford F-250: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2009 Ford F-250: 0 recalls, 54 owner complaints.

0vehicle recalls
54owner complaints
0mention a crash
–best combined mpg
2009 Ford F-250
Photo: Bull-Doser · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

0 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Tires Tire recall #11T002000 · 2011 · 390,657 vehicles

What's wrong: Some of these tires May experience uneven wear, vibration, or particularly under conditions of overloading or under inflation in high ambient temperature usage, separation between the belt edges.

Why it matters: Separation of the belt edges could lead to tread belt separation, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Continental tire will notify owners and replace the affected tires free of charge. The safety recall began on April 14, 2011.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Steering32
Suspension28
Wheels6
Engine5
Tires4
Other / unknown4
Engine & cooling2
Fuel system2

What owners describe

The 2009 Ford F-250 has 54 owner complaints, ranking #22 of 22 F-250 model years for complaints (well below the 177 average). Complaints peaked in 2014 (11 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 67,703 miles. Neighboring years: 2008 (196 complaints, 7 recalls), 2010 (73 complaints, 0 recalls).

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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2009 Ford F-250.

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FAQ

Does the 2009 Ford F-250 have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2009 Ford F-250, but 1 equipment or tire recalls may apply. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2009 Ford F-250 problems?

Owners have filed 54 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (32), suspension (28), wheels (6).

Where can I get a 2009 Ford F-250 repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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