Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E056000 | UFI FILTERS USA | E (Equipment) | 58640 | 08/04/2006 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/13/2006 | 06/23/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2006. owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to ufi filters usa (purolator) aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V385000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 06/20/1995 to 08/04/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 1100000 | 09/12/2011 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 07/29/2011 | 08/01/2011 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Ford is recalling certain 1997 through 2003 model year ford f-150, 2004 model year ford f-150 heritage, 1997 through 1999 model year f-250 less than 8,500 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), and 2002 and 2003 lincoln blackwood vehicles manufactured from june 20, 1995, through august 4, 2004, originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. prolonged exposure to road deicing chemicals may cause severe corrosion of the fuel tank straps which secure the tank to the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | As a result of the corrosion, one or both straps may fail allowing the fuel lines to separate from the tank, or in some cases, causing the tank to contact the ground. either scenario may result in a fuel leak presenting a fire hazard. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Ford will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicles to a ford or lincoln dealer to have the fuel tank straps replaced with straps that have increased corrosion protection. early in this campaign, if replacement straps are not available, dealers may install a cable support under the strap as an interim repair or a steel reinforcement over the existing strap as a permanent repair. any repairs will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on september 16, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. ford's recall campaign number is 11s21 | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford's recall campaign number is 11s21.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| EA11006 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/04/2011 | 08/19/2011 | Fuel Tank Strap Failure Due to Corrosion | 11V385000 | |
| One or both of the steel straps holding up the fuel tank and attaching it to the truck frame can corrode and fail (break or separate).if one strap fails, the tank may tilt and drop and possibly contact the road surface.if both straps break, the entire tank may drop to the road.if either failure occurs while the vehicle is being driven, contact with the road can abrade the tank and create a hole from which gasoline can spill.when the tank drops, it remains attached to the vehicle only by the fuel filler hose and/or supply lines, or in rare instances, by the skid plate, if present.in some cases the weight of the tank sufficiently strained the hoses and fittings and caused separation and subsequent fuel leaks from those connections.the fire hazard created by leaking gasoline is increased by the possible presence of sparks created by the metal tank being dragged along the road.corrosion of the straps appears to be caused by prolonged exposure to road deicers, frequently road salt, used to treat snow or ice covered roads.states in which large quantities of deicers are applied to roads during the winter season (salt belt states) account for the predominant portion of strap failures.vehicles in these salt belt states are prone to experience corrosion related failures more frequently and earlier in a vehicle | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING | ||||||
| EA11006 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/04/2011 | 08/19/2011 | Fuel Tank Strap Failure Due to Corrosion | 11V385000 | |
| One or both of the steel straps holding up the fuel tank and attaching it to the truck frame can corrode and fail (break or separate).if one strap fails, the tank may tilt and drop and possibly contact the road surface.if both straps break, the entire tank may drop to the road.if either failure occurs while the vehicle is being driven, contact with the road can abrade the tank and create a hole from which gasoline can spill.when the tank drops, it remains attached to the vehicle only by the fuel filler hose and/or supply lines, or in rare instances, by the skid plate, if present.in some cases the weight of the tank sufficiently strained the hoses and fittings and caused separation and subsequent fuel leaks from those connections.the fire hazard created by leaking gasoline is increased by the possible presence of sparks created by the metal tank being dragged along the road.corrosion of the straps appears to be caused by prolonged exposure to road deicers, frequently road salt, used to treat snow or ice covered roads.states in which large quantities of deicers are applied to roads during the winter season (salt belt states) account for the predominant portion of strap failures.vehicles in these salt belt states are prone to experience corrosion related failures more frequently and earlier in a vehicle | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| EA11006 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/04/2011 | 08/19/2011 | Fuel Tank Strap Failure Due to Corrosion | 11V385000 | |
| One or both of the steel straps holding up the fuel tank and attaching it to the truck frame can corrode and fail (break or separate).if one strap fails, the tank may tilt and drop and possibly contact the road surface.if both straps break, the entire tank may drop to the road.if either failure occurs while the vehicle is being driven, contact with the road can abrade the tank and create a hole from which gasoline can spill.when the tank drops, it remains attached to the vehicle only by the fuel filler hose and/or supply lines, or in rare instances, by the skid plate, if present.in some cases the weight of the tank sufficiently strained the hoses and fittings and caused separation and subsequent fuel leaks from those connections.the fire hazard created by leaking gasoline is increased by the possible presence of sparks created by the metal tank being dragged along the road.corrosion of the straps appears to be caused by prolonged exposure to road deicers, frequently road salt, used to treat snow or ice covered roads.states in which large quantities of deicers are applied to roads during the winter season (salt belt states) account for the predominant portion of strap failures.vehicles in these salt belt states are prone to experience corrosion related failures more frequently and earlier in a vehicle | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING | ||||||
| EA11006 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/04/2011 | 08/19/2011 | Fuel Tank Strap Failure Due to Corrosion | 11V385000 | |
| One or both of the steel straps holding up the fuel tank and attaching it to the truck frame can corrode and fail (break or separate).if one strap fails, the tank may tilt and drop and possibly contact the road surface.if both straps break, the entire tank may drop to the road.if either failure occurs while the vehicle is being driven, contact with the road can abrade the tank and create a hole from which gasoline can spill.when the tank drops, it remains attached to the vehicle only by the fuel filler hose and/or supply lines, or in rare instances, by the skid plate, if present.in some cases the weight of the tank sufficiently strained the hoses and fittings and caused separation and subsequent fuel leaks from those connections.the fire hazard created by leaking gasoline is increased by the possible presence of sparks created by the metal tank being dragged along the road.corrosion of the straps appears to be caused by prolonged exposure to road deicers, frequently road salt, used to treat snow or ice covered roads.states in which large quantities of deicers are applied to roads during the winter season (salt belt states) account for the predominant portion of strap failures.vehicles in these salt belt states are prone to experience corrosion related failures more frequently and earlier in a vehicle | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 04/13/2012 | 202000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact was driving 35 mph when the fuel tank detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed the failure. the manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 202,000. | |||
| 04/13/2012 | 202000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact was driving 35 mph when the fuel tank detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed the failure. the manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 202,000. kmj | |||
| 04/13/2012 | 202000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact was driving 35 mph when the fuel tank detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer confirmed the fuel tank detached. the manufacturer was contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 202,000. rds | |||
| 03/05/2012 | 101000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact was driving 35 mph when the ignition caught on fire and melted the area where the ignition key was located. the contact merged onto the shoulder as the fire independently diminished. the contact received burns to the fingers. he then attempted to reinsert the key into the ignition however, to no avail. the vehicle was pushed to the contact's residence and later towed to the dealer. the dealer informed the contact that the ignition would need replacing. the contact also received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting) for corrosion of one or both of the fuel straps. the contact stated that the dealer would not repair the vehicle under the recall but was not advised as to why. the manufacturer was notified who offered no assistance and could not provide a reason why the dealer would not repair the vehicle under the recall. the vehicle was not repaired.the failure mileage was 101,000. | |||
| 03/05/2012 | 101000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact was driving 35 mph when the ignition caught on fire and melted the area where the ignition key was located. the contact merged onto the shoulder as the fire independently diminished. the contact received burns to the fingers. he then attempted to reinsert the key into the ignition however, to no avail. the vehicle was pushed to the contact's residence and later towed to the dealer. the dealer informed the contact that the ignition would need replacing. the contact also received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting) for corrosion of one or both of the fuel straps. the contact stated that the dealer would not repair the vehicle under the recall but was not advised as to why. the manufacturer was notified who offered no assistance and could not provide a reason why the dealer would not repair the vehicle under the recall. the vehicle was not repaired.the failure mileage was 101,000. kmj | |||
| 03/05/2012 | 101000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the ignition caught on fire and melted the area where the ignition key was located. the contact merged onto the shoulder as the fire went out by itself. the contact receives burns on his finger. he tried to put the key back into the ignition but it would not work. the vehicle was pushed into his driveway and then towed to the dealer. the dealer informed him to replace the ignition this would be an expense to him. the contact also receives a recall notice on the corrosion of one or both fuel straps. the recall nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 component: fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting. the contact stated the dealer will not repair the recall even though he has a recall notice and he does not know the reason why. the manufacturer was notified who offered no assistance on the recalls and why the dealer will not repair the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired.the failure mileage was 101,000. mw | |||
| 10/24/2011 | 107150 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting). the contact stated that the fuel tank straps were to be replaced under the recall but the fuel tank straps were also rusted. as a result, the fuel tank exhibited a hole, which caused a fuel leak. the manufacturer was contacted and advised that only the fuel tank straps could be repaired under the recall, not the actual fuel tank. the manufacturer provided no assistance. the fuel tank was replaced. the failure mileage was 107,150 and the current mileage was 110,000. kmj | |||
| 10/24/2011 | 107150 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact received a recall notice to have the fuel straps replaced under the nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting) recall, but the defective straps rusted the fuel tank, causing fuel to leak onto the ground. the dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but denied any assistance with repair to the failure. the fuel tank was replaced. the failure mileage was 107,150 and the current mileage was 110,000. nw | |||
| 11/23/2011 | 130556 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting) on november 23, 2011. the fuel tank had been leaking fuel ever since the repair. the contact stated that the leak was caused by the straps being taken off and replaced. the contact felt that the manufacturer should be obligated to repair the fuel take in addition to repairing the fuel tank straps. the failure mileage and current mileages were 130,556. sm. | |||
| 11/23/2011 | 130556 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated that nhtsa recall campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting) was done on the vehicle november 23, 2011 and it caused the fuel tank to leak. the leak was caused by the straps being taken off and replaced. the contact feels the manufacturer should be correct the failure with the fuel tank as well. the failure mileage and current mileages were 130,556.rl | |||
| 11/15/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Driving with two kids in truck hear bumping sound pull over strap broken and gas coming out of tank get home call seabreeze ford hes aware of problem get it their said gas tank strap rusted to the fuel tank so when strap broke it ripped a hole in fuel tank he also said could not have done a replacement on strap because it already bonded to tank rusted together ford will only pay for straps at this time service man even the said faulty straps breaking ripped the hole in the tank lucky no fire how can they not accept a caused b bad straps caused ripped hole in gas tank | |||
| 11/14/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Again here is vin # as appear on title will not let me enter in box at top of form why why why vin 1 2ftrx17l62ca70302 | |||
| 11/15/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Driving with two kids in truck hear bumping sound pull over strap broken and gas coming out of tank get home call seabreeze ford hes aware of problem get it their said gas tank strap rusted to the fuel tank so when strap broke it ripped a hole in fuel tank he also said could not have done a replacement on strap because it already bonded to tank rusted together ford will only pay for straps at this time service man even the said faulty straps breaking ripped the hole in the tank lucky no fire how can they not accept a caused b bad straps caused ripped hole in gas tank | |||
| 11/14/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Again here is vin # as appear on title will not let me enter in box at top of form why why why vin 1 2ftrx17l62ca70302 | |||
| 11/15/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Driving with two kids in truck hear bumping sound pull over strap broken and gas coming out of tank get home call seabreeze ford hes aware of problem get it their said gas tank strap rusted to the fuel tank so when strap broke it ripped a hole in fuel tank he also said could not have done a replacement on strap because it already bonded to tank rusted together ford will only pay for straps at this time service man even the said faulty straps breaking ripped the hole in the tank lucky no fire how can they not accept a caused b bad straps caused ripped hole in gas tank | |||
| 11/14/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Again here is vin # as appear on title will not let me enter in box at top of form why why why vin 1 2ftrx17l62ca70302 | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 33278 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact stated the fuel straps bore a hole in the fuel tank and caused the fuel to leak. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that they would repair the straps under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting) but they would not repair the hole that the strap caused in the fuel tank. the manufacturer was notified of the failure but advised that they would only repair the straps under the recall. they offered no further assistance. the failure mileage was 33,278. | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 33278 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact stated the fuel straps bore a hole in the fuel tank and caused the fuel to leak. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that they would repair the straps under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting) but they would not repair the hole that the strap caused in the fuel tank. the manufacturer was notified of the failure but advised that they would only repair the straps under the recall. they offered no further assistance. the failure mileage was 33,278. kmj | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 33278 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact stated the fuel straps was causing the fuel tank to leak fuel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated they will repair the straps under the recall nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 component: fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting. but they will not repair the hole that the strap caused in the fuel tank. this repaired would have to be at the owners expense. the manufacturer was notified who stated he has to pay for the repairs on the fuel tank at his expense of $434. they will only repair the straps under the recall. they offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 33,278. mw | |||
| 12/15/2010 | 86000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150 xlt. the contact stated that the natural fuel tank was leaking. the vehicle was inspected by the dealer who advised the contact that the natural compressed tank o-ring was fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and the contact was awaiting a response. the failure mileage was approximately 86,000. kmj | |||
| 12/15/2010 | 86000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150 xlt. the contact stated that the vehicle runs on regular fuel and natural compressed gas and he noticed that the natural gas tank was leaking. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised him that natural compressed tank o-ring was fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and he was waiting a response. the failure mileage was approximately 86,000. tb | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 90000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated that she noticed that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank after receiving the recall notice associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v385000 (component: fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting). the manufacturer and dealer were made aware of the failure, but refused to repair the fuel tank because the recall was only addressing failures associated with the fuel tank straps. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 90,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 90000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated that she noticed that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank after receiving the recall notice associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v385000 (component: fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting). the manufacturer and dealer were made aware of the failure, but refused to repair the fuel tank because the recall was only addressing failures associated with the fuel tank straps. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 90,000. the vin was unavailable. sm. | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 90000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. after receiving the nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (component: fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting) recall, the contact noticed that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank. the fuel had leaked inside of the contacts residence. the dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repair to the defect. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 90,000. the vin was unavailable. nw | |||
| 09/20/2011 | 130000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting). the contact also stated that he fuel tank was leaking as a result of the corroded straps, but the dealer would not replace the fuel tank because it was not part of the recall. the vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic and the fuel tank was replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 130,000. | |||
| 09/20/2011 | 130000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting). the contact also stated that he fuel tank was leaking as a result of the corroded straps, but the dealer would not replace the fuel tank because it was not part of the recall. the vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic and the fuel tank was replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 130,000. kmj | |||
| 08/01/2011 | 144000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150 super cab. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the smell of fuel emitted from the fuel tank. the contact then discovered there was fuel leaking from the fuel tank. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repairs or diagnosis. the manufacturer was contacted made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting) but the repair did not include the fuel tank only the straps that held the tank in place. the failure mileage was 144,000 and the current mileage was 145,000. kmj | |||
| 08/08/2011 | |||
| Straps broke on gas tank while driving causing it to falloff an break | |||
| 07/14/2011 | 160000 | ||
| Fuel tank straps rusted out causing fuel tank to breakaway from the vechicle . fuel tank dragged on the highway spilling entire 25 galons of fuel. fire department was called to remove the tank before the truck could be towed. fuel tank is damaged beyond repair needing replacement. | |||
| 06/28/2011 | 138125 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. while parked the contact stated the vehicle caught on fire . the police and fire department reported to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. the vehicle was towed. the contact was unaware where the vehicle was towed to. there was damage to the roof of the building in which the vehicle was parked. the fire department extinguished the fire.the person in the building who first noticed the fire suffered smoke inhalation and was treated at the scene. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 06e056000 (fuel system, gasoline) that may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 138,125. ds | |||
| 07/14/2011 | 160000 | ||
| Fuel tank straps rusted out causing fuel tank to breakaway from the vechicle . fuel tank dragged on the highway spilling entire 25 galons of fuel. fire department was called to remove the tank before the truck could be towed. fuel tank is damaged beyond repair needing replacement. | |||
| 06/28/2011 | 138125 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. while parked the contact stated the vehicle caught on fire . the police and fire department reported to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. the vehicle was towed. the contact was unaware where the vehicle was towed to. there was damage to the roof of the building in which the vehicle was parked. the fire department extinguished the fire.the person in the building who first noticed the fire suffered smoke inhalation and was treated at the scene. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 06e056000 (fuel system, gasoline) that may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 138,125. ds | |||
| 07/05/2011 | 116210 | ||
| I was traveling on rt. 64 heading east toward rt 59 in west chicago when i suddenly heard a thud followed by a scraping noise coming from what i first thought was the bed of my 2002 f150. i pulled off the road to check and didn't see anything wrong from the suspected area. i drove a little longer and when the noise wasn't stopping, i pulled over again and noticed one of the brackets holding my gas tank was dragging and the front half of my gas tank was on the ground. the bracket was rusted through and fallen away on one side. i was absolutely shocked at this problem because i had just had my truck in the shop a few months before and there was no mention of any rust issue with the bracket from the shops i had been in. i had the fuel pump and filter replaced in jan. 2010 and there was no mention of rust issues with the bracket then. | |||
| 06/11/2011 | 166867 | ||
| The straps holding the gas in place on my 2002 f150 failed on the expressway causing the tank to drop to the ground at 65mph. by the time i was able to stop, a rip in the tank caused all of the fuel to leak out. luckily no sparks of fire. i was never informed of a potential problem from the dealership i regularily get serviced at. i researched this issue online, and found many similar complaints. this could have been tragic/fatal, for me and all the other people driving around me. i am not one to write complaints, but i am upset at the danger this put me in and the time and cost of this failure. | |||
| 06/27/2011 | 99500 | ||
| My 2002 ford f-150 has very badly rusted fuel tank straps, why is the recall only up to 2001 f-150's. ford definatley used some cheap meatals while making these f-150's is it possible to include 2002 as well? | |||
| 06/11/2011 | 166867 | ||
| The straps holding the gas in place on my 2002 f150 failed on the expressway causing the tank to drop to the ground at 65mph. by the time i was able to stop, a rip in the tank caused all of the fuel to leak out. luckily no sparks of fire. i was never informed of a potential problem from the dealership i regularily get serviced at. i researched this issue online, and found many similar complaints. this could have been tragic/fatal, for me and all the other people driving around me. i am not one to write complaints, but i am upset at the danger this put me in and the time and cost of this failure. | |||
| 06/27/2011 | 99500 | ||
| My 2002 ford f-150 has very badly rusted fuel tank straps, why is the recall only up to 2001 f-150's. ford definatley used some cheap meatals while making these f-150's is it possible to include 2002 as well? | |||
| 08/15/2010 | 118000 | ||
| Gas tank straps broke, gas tank fell onto pavement. had my truck towed to my ford dealer where they replaced the straps for about $200. if this had happened 5 minutes later, i would have been going 60 mph! | |||
| 06/12/2011 | 130000 | ||
| I smelled gas fumes near my 2002 f150 truck. looked underneath to inspect where smell was coming from and found the back brace on the gas tank broken off and rusted out hole in the tank where the brace was supposed to be. | |||
| 06/08/2011 | 100893 | ||
| I had driven 4 to 5 miles at 40 to 45 mph and was a 1 block from my destination. i had to stop for a stop sign and make a right turn. while making the turn i thought i hit something, but the street was clear? i turned the radio off and opened the window to here something draging. i stoped at that time maybe 100 yards from where i last stopped. my speed was 20 to 25 mph. i got out and looked under the truck and the gas tank was sitting on the ground.the front of the tank was on the ground the back was still elevated. the filler hose and fuel lines were the only thing holding the tank. both hangers were broken, rusted thru. if i was driving at highway speed, i do not belive i would have a truck left. i also understand that 2001 and earlier f150's were recalled for the tank hangers and i would suggest it be expanded. asap! my ford dealer 4 weeks ealier had inspected my veichle at my request for regular maintenance and repairs before my vacation trips. the service tech never looked at my tank straps even knowing previous years had a problem? ford should have caught this before it happened again. the biggest complaint after is the ford dealership told me it was not a part of any recall and they knew nothing about it. which i do not belive! i have the straps if anyone cares to examine them from your office. | |||
| 06/12/2011 | 130000 | ||
| I smelled gas fumes near my 2002 f150 truck. looked underneath to inspect where smell was coming from and found the back brace on the gas tank broken off and rusted out hole in the tank where the brace was supposed to be. | |||
| 06/08/2011 | 100893 | ||
| I had driven 4 to 5 miles at 40 to 45 mph and was a 1 block from my destination. i had to stop for a stop sign and make a right turn. while making the turn i thought i hit something, but the street was clear? i turned the radio off and opened the window to here something draging. i stoped at that time maybe 100 yards from where i last stopped. my speed was 20 to 25 mph. i got out and looked under the truck and the gas tank was sitting on the ground.the front of the tank was on the ground the back was still elevated. the filler hose and fuel lines were the only thing holding the tank. both hangers were broken, rusted thru. if i was driving at highway speed, i do not belive i would have a truck left. i also understand that 2001 and earlier f150's were recalled for the tank hangers and i would suggest it be expanded. asap! my ford dealer 4 weeks ealier had inspected my veichle at my request for regular maintenance and repairs before my vacation trips. the service tech never looked at my tank straps even knowing previous years had a problem? ford should have caught this before it happened again. the biggest complaint after is the ford dealership told me it was not a part of any recall and they knew nothing about it. which i do not belive! i have the straps if anyone cares to examine them from your office. | |||
| 06/12/2011 | 130000 | ||
| I smelled gas fumes near my 2002 f150 truck. looked underneath to inspect where smell was coming from and found the back brace on the gas tank broken off and rusted out hole in the tank where the brace was supposed to be. | |||
| 06/08/2011 | 100893 | ||
| I had driven 4 to 5 miles at 40 to 45 mph and was a 1 block from my destination. i had to stop for a stop sign and make a right turn. while making the turn i thought i hit something, but the street was clear? i turned the radio off and opened the window to here something draging. i stoped at that time maybe 100 yards from where i last stopped. my speed was 20 to 25 mph. i got out and looked under the truck and the gas tank was sitting on the ground.the front of the tank was on the ground the back was still elevated. the filler hose and fuel lines were the only thing holding the tank. both hangers were broken, rusted thru. if i was driving at highway speed, i do not belive i would have a truck left. i also understand that 2001 and earlier f150's were recalled for the tank hangers and i would suggest it be expanded. asap! my ford dealer 4 weeks ealier had inspected my veichle at my request for regular maintenance and repairs before my vacation trips. the service tech never looked at my tank straps even knowing previous years had a problem? ford should have caught this before it happened again. the biggest complaint after is the ford dealership told me it was not a part of any recall and they knew nothing about it. which i do not belive! i have the straps if anyone cares to examine them from your office. | |||
| 06/12/2011 | 130000 | ||
| I smelled gas fumes near my 2002 f150 truck. looked underneath to inspect where smell was coming from and found the back brace on the gas tank broken off and rusted out hole in the tank where the brace was supposed to be. | |||
| 06/08/2011 | 100893 | ||
| I had driven 4 to 5 miles at 40 to 45 mph and was a 1 block from my destination. i had to stop for a stop sign and make a right turn. while making the turn i thought i hit something, but the street was clear? i turned the radio off and opened the window to here something draging. i stoped at that time maybe 100 yards from where i last stopped. my speed was 20 to 25 mph. i got out and looked under the truck and the gas tank was sitting on the ground.the front of the tank was on the ground the back was still elevated. the filler hose and fuel lines were the only thing holding the tank. both hangers were broken, rusted thru. if i was driving at highway speed, i do not belive i would have a truck left. i also understand that 2001 and earlier f150's were recalled for the tank hangers and i would suggest it be expanded. asap! my ford dealer 4 weeks ealier had inspected my veichle at my request for regular maintenance and repairs before my vacation trips. the service tech never looked at my tank straps even knowing previous years had a problem? ford should have caught this before it happened again. the biggest complaint after is the ford dealership told me it was not a part of any recall and they knew nothing about it. which i do not belive! i have the straps if anyone cares to examine them from your office. | |||
| 06/12/2011 | 130000 | ||
| I smelled gas fumes near my 2002 f150 truck. looked underneath to inspect where smell was coming from and found the back brace on the gas tank broken off and rusted out hole in the tank where the brace was supposed to be. | |||
| 06/08/2011 | 100893 | ||
| I had driven 4 to 5 miles at 40 to 45 mph and was a 1 block from my destination. i had to stop for a stop sign and make a right turn. while making the turn i thought i hit something, but the street was clear? i turned the radio off and opened the window to here something draging. i stoped at that time maybe 100 yards from where i last stopped. my speed was 20 to 25 mph. i got out and looked under the truck and the gas tank was sitting on the ground.the front of the tank was on the ground the back was still elevated. the filler hose and fuel lines were the only thing holding the tank. both hangers were broken, rusted thru. if i was driving at highway speed, i do not belive i would have a truck left. i also understand that 2001 and earlier f150's were recalled for the tank hangers and i would suggest it be expanded. asap! my ford dealer 4 weeks ealier had inspected my veichle at my request for regular maintenance and repairs before my vacation trips. the service tech never looked at my tank straps even knowing previous years had a problem? ford should have caught this before it happened again. the biggest complaint after is the ford dealership told me it was not a part of any recall and they knew nothing about it. which i do not belive! i have the straps if anyone cares to examine them from your office. | |||
| 05/27/2011 | 139000 | ||
| Fuel tank dropped to the road while driving causing the truck to be engulfed in flames. driver made it out with first and second degree burns. two dogs in the back seat died in the fire. initial investigation by the insurance investigator determined that it was the fuel tank straps that failed. there is an investigation (pe10036) by the nhtsa for fuel tank straps on ford f-150s 1999-2001. the 2002 and 2003 f-150 use the same straps. larry hershman of nhtsa has contacted me about this incident. | |||
| 05/28/2011 | 98500 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated while driving approximately 25 to 30 mph he heard a loud dragging noise underneath the vehicle. he then pulled to the side of the road and noticed that both straps had fractured and were covered with rust. the tank fell off of the vehicle, but none of the fuel spilled. the contact was able to continue driving the vehicle and it was repaired by the owner. the manufacturer was contacted and advised him that there were no recalls. the failure mileage was approximately 98,500. | |||
| 05/27/2011 | 139000 | ||
| Fuel tank dropped to the road while driving causing the truck to be engulfed in flames. driver made it out with first and second degree burns. two dogs in the back seat died in the fire. initial investigation by the insurance investigator determined that it was the fuel tank straps that failed. there is an investigation (pe10036) by the nhtsa for fuel tank straps on ford f-150s 1999-2001. the 2002 and 2003 f-150 use the same straps. larry hershman of nhtsa has contacted me about this incident. | |||
| 05/28/2011 | 98500 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated while driving approximately 25 to 30 mph he heard a loud dragging noise underneath the vehicle. he then pulled to the side of the road and noticed that both straps had fractured and were covered with rust. the tank fell off of the vehicle, but none of the fuel spilled. the contact was able to continue driving the vehicle and it was repaired by the owner. the manufacturer was contacted and advised him that there were no recalls. the failure mileage was approximately 98,500. | |||
| 05/27/2011 | 139000 | ||
| Fuel tank dropped to the road while driving causing the truck to be engulfed in flames. driver made it out with first and second degree burns. two dogs in the back seat died in the fire. initial investigation by the insurance investigator determined that it was the fuel tank straps that failed. there is an investigation (pe10036) by the nhtsa for fuel tank straps on ford f-150s 1999-2001. the 2002 and 2003 f-150 use the same straps. larry hershman of nhtsa has contacted me about this incident. | |||
| 05/28/2011 | 98500 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated while driving approximately 25 to 30 mph he heard a loud dragging noise underneath the vehicle. he then pulled to the side of the road and noticed that both straps had fractured and were covered with rust. the tank fell off of the vehicle, but none of the fuel spilled. the contact was able to continue driving the vehicle and it was repaired by the owner. the manufacturer was contacted and advised him that there were no recalls. the failure mileage was approximately 98,500. | |||
| 05/28/2011 | 98500 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated that while driving approximately 25 to 30 mph when he noticed a loud dragging noise from the vehicle. he then pulled to the side of the road and noticed that both straps had fractured and were rusted through. the tank did fall, but no fuel was spilled. the vehicle was able to still be driven and was repaired by the owner. the manufacturer was then contacted and advised him that there wer no recalls. the failure mileage was approximately 98,500. tb | |||
| 05/20/2011 | 170807 | ||
| While driving at highway speed my 2002 ford f-150 dropped the fuel tank and the tank was dragged for approximately 1/4 mile wile i attempted to maneuver across three lanes of traffic to the breakdown lane. this created a hole in the tank as it was dragged against the pavement. i had just filled the tank and all 25 gallons was lost on the side of the highway. the vehicle was towed to the dealership and i am waiting for the estimate for repair. | |||
| 06/15/2010 | 100000 | ||
| 2002 ford f150 5.4l v-8 2-wheel drive, regular cab, 8ft bed... broken gas tank strap...walked out and noticed my gas tank was hanging down...investigation revealed a broken gas trank strap...bound it back up with a ratchet-strap, and drove to the ford dealer...purchased a new strap and placed it on the vehincle in the parking lot... | |||
| 05/20/2011 | 170807 | ||
| While driving at highway speed my 2002 ford f-150 dropped the fuel tank and the tank was dragged for approximately 1/4 mile wile i attempted to maneuver across three lanes of traffic to the breakdown lane. this created a hole in the tank as it was dragged against the pavement. i had just filled the tank and all 25 gallons was lost on the side of the highway. the vehicle was towed to the dealership and i am waiting for the estimate for repair. | |||
| 06/15/2010 | 100000 | ||
| 2002 ford f150 5.4l v-8 2-wheel drive, regular cab, 8ft bed... broken gas tank strap...walked out and noticed my gas tank was hanging down...investigation revealed a broken gas trank strap...bound it back up with a ratchet-strap, and drove to the ford dealer...purchased a new strap and placed it on the vehincle in the parking lot... | |||
| 05/14/2011 | 77061 | ||
| One gas tank strap was found to be rusted and the tank at an angle. it was inspected by a local ford dealer, who found that the gas tank was also rusted and leaking. the gas tank and straps were replaced. because the model year was not in the date range of the recent recall, we had to pay $793. a power steering pump was also leaking and replaced. the gas tank was the major item of concern. | |||
| 09/18/2009 | 105000 | ||
| 2002 ford f150 fuel tank mounting straps failed due to corrosion and permitted fuel tank to drop to pavement while driving. | |||
| 06/15/2010 | 100000 | ||
| 2002 ford f150 5.4l v-8 2-wheel drive, regular cab, 8ft bed... broken gas tank strap...walked out and noticed my gas tank was hanging down...investigation revealed a broken gas trank strap...bound it back up with a ratchet-strap, and drove to the ford dealer...purchased a new strap and placed it on the vehincle in the parking lot... | |||
| 05/14/2011 | 77061 | ||
| One gas tank strap was found to be rusted and the tank at an angle. it was inspected by a local ford dealer, who found that the gas tank was also rusted and leaking. the gas tank and straps were replaced. because the model year was not in the date range of the recent recall, we had to pay $793. a power steering pump was also leaking and replaced. the gas tank was the major item of concern. | |||
| 09/18/2009 | 105000 | ||
| 2002 ford f150 fuel tank mounting straps failed due to corrosion and permitted fuel tank to drop to pavement while driving. | |||
| 08/09/2009 | 86442 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contacted was driving 65 mph when both fuel tank straps fractured. the straps were rusted and corroded and also causing the fuel tank to detach from the vehicle. the fuel tank also caused the drive shaft to fail while the vehicle was in motion and the contact could not control the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic shop and was repaired. the dealer was not contacted and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 86,442 and the current mileage was 92,000. | |||
| 05/14/2011 | 77061 | ||
| One gas tank strap was found to be rusted and the tank at an angle. it was inspected by a local ford dealer, who found that the gas tank was also rusted and leaking. the gas tank and straps were replaced. because the model year was not in the date range of the recent recall, we had to pay $793. a power steering pump was also leaking and replaced. the gas tank was the major item of concern. | |||
| 09/18/2009 | 105000 | ||
| 2002 ford f150 fuel tank mounting straps failed due to corrosion and permitted fuel tank to drop to pavement while driving. | |||
| 08/09/2009 | 86442 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contacted was driving 65 mph when both fuel tank straps fractured. the straps were rusted and corroded and also causing the fuel tank to detach from the vehicle. the fuel tank also caused the drive shaft to fail while the vehicle was in motion and the contact could not control the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic shop and was repaired. the dealer was not contacted and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 86,442 and the current mileage was 92,000. | |||
| 05/12/2011 | 109000 | ||
| 1. there was not an event leading up to the failure. 2. gas tank straps broke 3. i have not fixed yet, will most likely fix on my own. | |||
| 05/10/2011 | 38000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact noticed that the metal strap for the rear fuel tank was fractured as a result of rust. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the failure mileage was approximately 38,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 05/14/2011 | 77061 | ||
| One gas tank strap was found to be rusted and the tank at an angle. it was inspected by a local ford dealer, who found that the gas tank was also rusted and leaking. the gas tank and straps were replaced. because the model year was not in the date range of the recent recall, we had to pay $793. a power steering pump was also leaking and replaced. the gas tank was the major item of concern. | |||
| 09/18/2009 | 105000 | ||
| 2002 ford f150 fuel tank mounting straps failed due to corrosion and permitted fuel tank to drop to pavement while driving. | |||
| 08/09/2009 | 86442 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contacted stated while driving 65mph both the fuel tank straps broke they were rusted and corroded causing the fuel tank to fall. it fell and broke the drive shaft while the vehicle was in motion and the contact could not control the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic shop and was repaired. there was no warranty on the failure. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 86,442 and the current mileage was 92,000....mw | |||
| 05/12/2011 | 109000 | ||
| 1. there was not an event leading up to the failure. 2. gas tank straps broke 3. i have not fixed yet, will most likely fix on my own. | |||
| 05/10/2011 | 38000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact noticed that the metal strap for the rear fuel tank was fractured as a result of rust. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the failure mileage was approximately 38,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 05/07/2011 | 155000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the fuel tank detached and fell from under the vehicle. the vehicle was pulled over and towed to the contacts home. the contact also stated that the brake lines were also damaged when the fuel tank detached. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the failure and current mileage was 155,000. | |||
| 05/14/2011 | 77061 | ||
| One gas tank strap was found to be rusted and the tank at an angle. it was inspected by a local ford dealer, who found that the gas tank was also rusted and leaking. the gas tank and straps were replaced. because the model year was not in the date range of the recent recall, we had to pay $793. a power steering pump was also leaking and replaced. the gas tank was the major item of concern. | |||
| 09/18/2009 | 105000 | ||
| 2002 ford f150 fuel tank mounting straps failed due to corrosion and permitted fuel tank to drop to pavement while driving. | |||
| 08/09/2009 | 86442 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contacted stated while driving 65mph both the fuel tank straps broke they were rusted and corroded causing the fuel tank to fall. it fell and broke the drive shaft while the vehicle was in motion and the contact could not control the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic shop and was repaired. there was no warranty on the failure. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 86,442 and the current mileage was 92,000....mw | |||
| 05/12/2011 | 109000 | ||
| 1. there was not an event leading up to the failure. 2. gas tank straps broke 3. i have not fixed yet, will most likely fix on my own. | |||
| 05/10/2011 | 38000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact noticed that the rear fuel tank metal strap fractured as a result of rust. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the failure mileage was approximately 38,000. the vin was unavailable. js | |||
| 05/07/2011 | 155000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the fuel tank detached and fell from under the vehicle. the vehicle was pulled over and towed to the contacts home. the contact also stated that the brake lines were also damaged when the fuel tank detached. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the failure and current mileage was 155,000. | |||
| 03/05/2011 | 155000 | ||
| 2002 f150 i had to have the gas tank straps replaced one failed, how come the investigation is only going to 2001 | |||
| 05/07/2011 | 87760 | ||
| Fuel tank strap broke allowing fuel tank to drop and nearly break free from the vehicle. | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact noticed that the gasoline tank strap was covered with rust. the contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer of the failure. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where they replaced the fuel tank straps. the current mileage was 97,000. the approximate failure mileage was 95,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 06/06/2009 | 175000 | ||
| After hearing about the f150 fuel strap problem i decided to report a rusted and busted strap on my 2002 f150. a friend noticed the strap hanging down so i was able to fix it before it fell. mi. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 150000 | ||
| We filled the gas tank of our 2002 ford f-150 and drove about three blocks away from the gas station. the fuel tank dropped off the bottom of the truck and dragged on the ground leaking fuel everywhere. we were lucky it was raining at the time as i believe otherwise the tank would have caused a spark on the road and we'd have had a large fire with my children in the truck. it cost quite a bit of money to repair the truck, pay the fire department for clean up and tow the vehicle. we called our local ford dealer after our mechanic told us he sees f-150's with the fuel tank straps rusted and broken pretty regularly. we were told there was no recall so we would not be reimbursed. now (2 months later) i hear there will be a recall but it will include 1997-2001 trucks only. ours is a 2002 with the exact same problem and i've read ford used the same fuel tank straps on 1997-2003 f-150's. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 101250 | ||
| Straps that secure the fuel tank rusted. one strap rusted compltely through and was hanging loose-- the other was very close to failure. i was able fortunately to get to a garage --and i had the straps replaced. i just recently saw the notice about other instances of this happening and i decided to file a complaint. my truck is one year newer than what is being looked at. | |||
| 05/12/2011 | 109000 | ||
| 1. there was not an event leading up to the failure. 2. gas tank straps broke 3. i have not fixed yet, will most likely fix on my own. | |||
| 05/10/2011 | 38000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact noticed that the rear fuel tank metal strap fractured as a result of rust. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the failure mileage was approximately 38,000. the vin was unavailable. js | |||
| 05/07/2011 | 155000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph the fuel tank detached and fell from underneath the vehicle. the vehicle was pulled over and towed home. the contact also stated the fuel tank fractured the brake lines when it detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the failure and current mileages were 155,000. sm. | |||
| 03/05/2011 | 155000 | ||
| 2002 f150 i had to have the gas tank straps replaced one failed, how come the investigation is only going to 2001 | |||
| 05/07/2011 | 87760 | ||
| Fuel tank strap broke allowing fuel tank to drop and nearly break free from the vehicle. | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact noticed that the gasoline tank strap was covered with rust. the contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer of the failure. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where they replaced the fuel tank straps. the current mileage was 97,000. the approximate failure mileage was 95,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 06/06/2009 | 175000 | ||
| After hearing about the f150 fuel strap problem i decided to report a rusted and busted strap on my 2002 f150. a friend noticed the strap hanging down so i was able to fix it before it fell. mi. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 150000 | ||
| We filled the gas tank of our 2002 ford f-150 and drove about three blocks away from the gas station. the fuel tank dropped off the bottom of the truck and dragged on the ground leaking fuel everywhere. we were lucky it was raining at the time as i believe otherwise the tank would have caused a spark on the road and we'd have had a large fire with my children in the truck. it cost quite a bit of money to repair the truck, pay the fire department for clean up and tow the vehicle. we called our local ford dealer after our mechanic told us he sees f-150's with the fuel tank straps rusted and broken pretty regularly. we were told there was no recall so we would not be reimbursed. now (2 months later) i hear there will be a recall but it will include 1997-2001 trucks only. ours is a 2002 with the exact same problem and i've read ford used the same fuel tank straps on 1997-2003 f-150's. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 101250 | ||
| Straps that secure the fuel tank rusted. one strap rusted compltely through and was hanging loose-- the other was very close to failure. i was able fortunately to get to a garage --and i had the straps replaced. i just recently saw the notice about other instances of this happening and i decided to file a complaint. my truck is one year newer than what is being looked at. | |||
| 05/07/2011 | 155000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph the fuel tank detached and fell from underneath the vehicle. the vehicle was pulled over and towed home. the contact also stated the fuel tank fractured the brake lines when it detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the failure and current mileages were 155,000. sm. | |||
| 03/05/2011 | 155000 | ||
| 2002 f150 i had to have the gas tank straps replaced one failed, how come the investigation is only going to 2001 | |||
| 05/07/2011 | 87760 | ||
| Fuel tank strap broke allowing fuel tank to drop and nearly break free from the vehicle. | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact noticed that the gasoline tank strap was covered with rust. the contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer of the failure. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where they replaced the fuel tank straps. the current mileage was 97,000. the approximate failure mileage was 95,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 06/06/2009 | 175000 | ||
| After hearing about the f150 fuel strap problem i decided to report a rusted and busted strap on my 2002 f150. a friend noticed the strap hanging down so i was able to fix it before it fell. mi. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 150000 | ||
| We filled the gas tank of our 2002 ford f-150 and drove about three blocks away from the gas station. the fuel tank dropped off the bottom of the truck and dragged on the ground leaking fuel everywhere. we were lucky it was raining at the time as i believe otherwise the tank would have caused a spark on the road and we'd have had a large fire with my children in the truck. it cost quite a bit of money to repair the truck, pay the fire department for clean up and tow the vehicle. we called our local ford dealer after our mechanic told us he sees f-150's with the fuel tank straps rusted and broken pretty regularly. we were told there was no recall so we would not be reimbursed. now (2 months later) i hear there will be a recall but it will include 1997-2001 trucks only. ours is a 2002 with the exact same problem and i've read ford used the same fuel tank straps on 1997-2003 f-150's. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 101250 | ||
| Straps that secure the fuel tank rusted. one strap rusted compltely through and was hanging loose-- the other was very close to failure. i was able fortunately to get to a garage --and i had the straps replaced. i just recently saw the notice about other instances of this happening and i decided to file a complaint. my truck is one year newer than what is being looked at. | |||
| 03/05/2011 | 155000 | ||
| 2002 f150 i had to have the gas tank straps replaced one failed, how come the investigation is only going to 2001 | |||
| 05/07/2011 | 87760 | ||
| Fuel tank strap broke allowing fuel tank to drop and nearly break free from the vehicle. | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 95000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. the contact noticed that the gas tank strap had rusted. the contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer of the failure. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where they replaced the fuel tank straps. the current mileage was 97,000. the approximate failure mileage was 95,000. the vin was unavailable. bw | |||
| 06/06/2009 | 175000 | ||
| After hearing about the f150 fuel strap problem i decided to report a rusted and busted strap on my 2002 f150. a friend noticed the strap hanging down so i was able to fix it before it fell. mi. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 150000 | ||
| We filled the gas tank of our 2002 ford f-150 and drove about three blocks away from the gas station. the fuel tank dropped off the bottom of the truck and dragged on the ground leaking fuel everywhere. we were lucky it was raining at the time as i believe otherwise the tank would have caused a spark on the road and we'd have had a large fire with my children in the truck. it cost quite a bit of money to repair the truck, pay the fire department for clean up and tow the vehicle. we called our local ford dealer after our mechanic told us he sees f-150's with the fuel tank straps rusted and broken pretty regularly. we were told there was no recall so we would not be reimbursed. now (2 months later) i hear there will be a recall but it will include 1997-2001 trucks only. ours is a 2002 with the exact same problem and i've read ford used the same fuel tank straps on 1997-2003 f-150's. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 101250 | ||
| Straps that secure the fuel tank rusted. one strap rusted compltely through and was hanging loose-- the other was very close to failure. i was able fortunately to get to a garage --and i had the straps replaced. i just recently saw the notice about other instances of this happening and i decided to file a complaint. my truck is one year newer than what is being looked at. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 150000 | ||
| We filled the gas tank of our 2002 ford f-150 and drove about three blocks away from the gas station. the fuel tank dropped off the bottom of the truck and dragged on the ground leaking fuel everywhere. we were lucky it was raining at the time as i believe otherwise the tank would have caused a spark on the road and we'd have had a large fire with my children in the truck. it cost quite a bit of money to repair the truck, pay the fire department for clean up and tow the vehicle. we called our local ford dealer after our mechanic told us he sees f-150's with the fuel tank straps rusted and broken pretty regularly. we were told there was no recall so we would not be reimbursed. now (2 months later) i hear there will be a recall but it will include 1997-2001 trucks only. ours is a 2002 with the exact same problem and i've read ford used the same fuel tank straps on 1997-2003 f-150's. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 101250 | ||
| Straps that secure the fuel tank rusted. one strap rusted compltely through and was hanging loose-- the other was very close to failure. i was able fortunately to get to a garage --and i had the straps replaced. i just recently saw the notice about other instances of this happening and i decided to file a complaint. my truck is one year newer than what is being looked at. | |||
| 12/21/2010 | 143000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 ford f150. while driving approximately 50 mph the fuel tank fell off of the vehicle and started sparking. the vehicle was towed to the contacts home. the manufacturer was contacted and stated it could have been the bands that hold the gas tank were rusted and the problem has been reported before. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 143,000. ds | |||
| 09/23/2010 | 89800 | ||
| The rear fuel tank strap on my 2002 ford f 150 rusted through causing the tank to come loose. the rust was so bad that there was also a small hole in the fuel tank. i have taken the truck in for repairs and after the tank was removed it was discovered that the brake lines above the tank were also rusted with one starting to leak | |||
| 09/15/2010 | 241000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated that while another driver was driving approximately 20 mph, both straps on the fuel tank fell off and the tank dropped down on the ground. another driver alerted her to the failure. the vehicle was towed to a repair shop. the contact called the dealership who referred him to the manufacturer who assigned him a case number. the current and failure mileages were approximately 241,000-bk | |||
| 09/15/2010 | 241000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. the contact stated that while another driver was driving approximately 20 mph, both straps on the fuel tank fell off and the tank dropped down on the ground. another driver alerted her to the failure. the vehicle was towed to a repair shop where it was located at the time of the complaint. the contact called the dealership who referred him to the manufacturer who assigned him a case number. the current and failure mileages were approximately 241,000-bk | |||
| 08/30/2010 | 173000 | ||
| I was driving in the urban street and i suddenly hear a noise coming from the engine compartment, like something is leaking from the engine. so i had it towed to my house which is around 2 kms away. we discovered that one of the spark plug just pull out of the engine and it was the one that was making the noice and no power. i brought it to my friend whjo is a mechanic and he discovered that the tread is damaged and he cannot insert the plug anymore. i bought it used on march 2008. | |||
| 04/14/2007 | 136500 | ||
| On april 17, i noticed a whistling sound coming from the engine, but could not find the source of the sound, and thought it was a vacuum line leak. i started the truck on the morning of april 14 and i heard a loud popping sound followed by a small black cloud, upon examining under the hood, i found the #3 spark plug on the passenger side had blown out of the hole and the coil had been blown off with it, breaking the plastic that had a steel insert that was screwed down to the block. i tried to replace the spark plug, but could not get it started in to the threads on the head. i found out that o'reily's sells a cylinder head repair kit # 42025 specifically for this problem, it had a insert that you screwed into the head and it was threaded on the inside to accept a extended length spark plug that was included in the kit, i tried this kit @ $64 dollars plus the new coil @ $43, upon completing the work with the kit and the new coil installed, i started the truck and still had the same whistling problem and was losing compression, i contacted a local mechanic, and found out from him that this is a very common problem and he see this same problem once every two weeks or so, i took the truck to him and he worked on it for approx. 6 hours and has the problem fixed, however, he said he couldn't promise that this is not going to happen again, to the same plug or others. if ford knows there is a problem why won't anybody make them fix it and make it right for the little guy (consumers?) | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| 2002 ford f-150.the consumer received notice in the mail about risk of fire in some vehicles. *dt the consumer stated her vehicle caught on fire a few years ago. *jb | |||
| 09/07/2009 | 69044 | 1 | |
| Truck stopped and idling at stop sign followed by loud bang and thumping noise. shut off truck, and looked under hood to find spark plug had blown out of cylinder head along with coil. the smell of fuel was evident from the open hole in the cylinder head. lucky there was no fire when the plug was discharged. ford will not do anything to remedy the problem even though this is very common in these vehicles even with the original spark plugs. i was told that this was my mistake for overtightening the plugs. i have never changed the plugs nor does ford recommend this until 100,000 miles. i believe that the issue is widespread enough to warrant a recall, but this has not happened yet. average people cannot afford the $1,000 - $3,500 repair that is necessary to fix this problem nor should they be required to when it is a problem that ford has known about and refused to fix. ford is providing an inferior product and will not take responsibility for it. *tr | |||
| 07/14/2009 | 130000 | 1 | |
| I own a 2002 ford f150 with the triton 5.4l v-8. i have had spark plugs eject from 3 different cylinders now and ford claims it is not a recall issue. this problem has been noted on many of the ford vehicles with the triton 5.4 v-8. when the spark plug is ejected fuel vapor can leak into the engine compartment and possibly cause a fire. i have not had that problem but i am frustrated with ford's unwillingness to cover a known problem with their design. *tr | |||
| 11/01/2008 | 125000 | 1 | |
| On 11/1/08 i was driving and heard loud pop from my engine. upon further investigation i saw that the spark plug in the seventh cylinder of my 2002 f150 5.4 triton had blown out of the head and broke the coil. this was preceded by a ticking noise that almost sounded like a exhaust manifold leak. i personally changed my plugs at 100,000 miles and the truck currently has about 125,000 miles on it. while on the internet researching the problem i realized that i'm not alone and this is a nation wide problem with the f150. at this point my truck is sitting in the driveway because the dealership is charging at least $2000 dollars to replace the head. i am researching a cost effective alternative to replacing the parts at this time. *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 08/22/2006 | 46000 | 1 | 12/10/2001 |
| I own a 2002 ford f-150 supercrew 4x4 pickup with 5.4l v8 gas engine and aod automatic transmission. at 48,500 miles on the vehicle the od on/off switch would not stay engaged and was flashing intermittently i took the truck to a local transmission shop who showed me metal shavings in the transmission pan and was told the torque converter must be replaced and the transmission must be rebuilt. i agreed to the work because i need a dependable vehicle. i have never abused the truck in any way and do not haul any type of trailers with the vehicle. *nm | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING | |||
| 11/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| 2002 ford f-150. consumer writes in regards to recall and repairs *tgw the consumer stated he made an appointment as suggested by the recall letter two weeks ago and as of october 7, 2011 the dealer informed him the parts were still not available. the consumer also stated the instrument cluster did not work, which made it difficult to see the mileage on the vehicle. the consumer was informed the only way to fix the problem was to replace the entire module as the dash must be taken apart. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 06/07/2011 | 77000 | ||
| Ford f 150 fuel tank bracket has rusted away year 2002 | |||