Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
02/01/2011
 A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. when this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage.
05/11/20041710001
 While driving fuel in the receiving tank exceeded and fuel overflowed from the fuel cap. a fuel cross flow recall 01i008000 was issued, but this vehicle was over the mileage stipulated in the recall, and the model year was not included.*ak
01/01/2002111/01/2000
 Fuel leak. *ak consumer stated that fuel pumps into front fuel tank while vehicle runs on rear tank. this result in over filling front tank and fuel spilled. the dealer rear modifies rear fuel pump but the problem was not solved. *yh
09/14/1995110/01/1994
 Consumer had finished driving turn truck off truck caught on fire. tt
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY
09/01/1998104/01/2094
 My f-150 has had noisy brakes that vibrate, wear excessively fast and stop poorly since my father bought the truck new, i have replaced pads, rotors17 times,and calipers twice, my father was involved in an accident because of them but ford refuses to admit there is a problem. my rear fuel tank sends all the fuel to the front tank while the engine is running, until the front tank is full, then it spills all over the ground causing a fire hazard. ford admitted that some 1993 trucks had this problem and recalled some of them but said the problem was corrected and my 1994 truck can't have that problem but everyone i know with a 1994 f-150 has this problem, and when i checked on fordtrucks.com, many 1994 f150 owners have the same problem, also many 1994 f150 owners also had my same airbag problem. when will you guys pressure ford into fixing these serious safety issues. *ak
01/31/200003/01/1995
 Looking at previous years 89 through 93. this problem had occurred and a recall was performed, but as of this date no recall for the year 94. no safety defct listed in summary. *ak
08/15/1999110/01/1994
 This problem was cause for a recall from 1990 through 1993, this recall (#93s68) was put out in sept. of 1993. my truck was built in sept. of 1993, it's listed as a 1994 model thus not included in the recall by ford. this is the same problem, fuel spillage from over filled tank due to a damaged check valve in the fuel pump/sender assembly. the danger is no less than it was one month prior for trucks with this promblem which were under recall. i have called 3 ford dealers in my area none were willing to take responsibility for repairs. i called ford customer assistance center and was told that ford would not take responsibility because my truck was not part of the recall. i then asked to speak to a supervisor and was told that it would do no good because that was fords policy and it didn't matter who i spoke to. i will be writting to ford presently to inform them in writting at least for the record.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
05/08/199838000403/15/1996
 Rear gas tank transfers fuel to front tank causing front tank to overfill and causes fuel spillage. this has been an on going problem since 1998. i have to remember to use up front tank first or gas will come out of the charcoal canister. this happened four times until i figured out what was happening and of course truck was out of warranty. *jb
05/15/20021
 A portion of unused fuel from one tank to be returned to second tank exceeded, causing fuel spillages. spillages could result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition. dealer and manufacturer have been notified. *ak jlg
05/09/2002
 Defective fuel pump is causing gasoline to overflow and come out of gas gap.*ak
02/15/20020
 Fuel pump stopped working overflooding rear tank, had taken vehicle to mechanic, and fuel pump was replaced. problem had happened again with new pump. please provide more information.*ak
101/01/1997
 Fuel pump was replaced, due to being mounted in the gas tank. *jb
109/26/1995
 Fuel pump in the front tank failed allowing gas to be pumped in while consumer was using the rear tank resulting in leakage. nlm
07/01/199807/01/1994
 Vehicle diagnosed with failed fuel pump and refused to cover under warranty. all along, we were experiencing fuel pouring out of tank #1 and found that the gas was being shifted from tank #2 to tank #1. there was a recall through model years 1993. my truck is doing exactly what is described in recall #93s68. fuel is being shifted into tank #1 and spilling out constantly. this was only noticed because of the fuel pump failure in tank #1 but was not diagnosed by the technician. until my recent knowledge of the recall, i thought this was related to the failure of the fuel pump which i could not afford repair to. *ak
09/01/1994
 Fuel pump went out while still under warranty and ford did not cover it. i heard they had a recall on this and cannot find any information on it. fuel pump should not have gone out so early. *ak
08/06/1998306/01/1994
 1. both front and rear fuel pumps failed at 30000 miles and were replaced under warranty. front pump failed again at 60000 miles. ford refused any financial assistance or responsibilty for defective equipment at 60000. 2. air bag indicator light on dash flashed code 3-2 . dealer replaced clock spring module under dash placed at customer's expense. *ak
12/30/1996102/12/1994
 Fuel pump malfunctioned. *ak
10/01/19931
 Fuel pumps fail. *dsh
06/30/1995
 Electric fuel pump failed three times in less than 15k miles. tt
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
08/25/19991
 While driving 20 mph consumer noticed fluid leaking from underneath the vehicle. consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to a body shop. mechanic determined that the fuel pressure regulator and check valves needed to be replaced due to excessive fuel in one tank. this information was provided by julian torres son jesse torres.*ak the consumer filled both the front and back fuel tank with gasoline. the vehicle was 60 miles away when the consumer noticed the fuel gauge going down faster than normal.the consumer. when the consumer reached his destination he noticed the fuel lost amounted to 9 to 13 gallons. he stepped out of the vehicle and noticed fuel running down the fender towards the ground. fuel was leaking from the front fuel tank from around the gas cap.
10/27/1995207/01/1990
 Consumer was driving and the head light went off and didn't come back on . tt vehicle has also had fuel injections problems, transmission problems, two steering boxes, all brakes, two gas tanks all has had to be replaced.*jb
06/28/19958
 Throttle body and accelerator cable replaced due to hanging up.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS
04/10/19950
 Injectors o-rings failed. *sd
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK
01/01/200380000110/19/2002
 Both fuel holding tanks leaking at the seems; i replaced one and don't use the other. i noticed it's a consistent problem with this make and model and would like to know if there is any manufacture liability so as to compensate. *nm
06/04/2002
 Fuel is being pumped from one tank to the other, causing fuel to leak.*ak
05/01/1996
 Fuel is pumped to the front tank from the back tank, causing the front tank to overflow. i know this was a recall on other year vehicles, but ford will not honor my request for a replacement.
11/27/2000204/01/1996
 Consumer stated the rear tank was leaking fuel from the seam, consumer had tank replaced, currently the front tank is leaking from the seam.*ak *slc
11/01/2001
 When filling both fuel tanks, fuel gets pumped from one tank to the other and causes fuel to leak.*ak
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 While fuel is in 2nd tank it would fill up first tank, causing fuel to leak out.*ak consumer stated which ever tank is on, it would put fuel into tank that was not being used, then it would overflow out by the cap.*slc
12/10/199902/01/1997
 Front fuel tank is leaking fuel. *ak
 Consumer has dual fuel tanks, and noticed a fuel leakage in the frontal tank, causing a fire hazard. consumer has yet to contact the dealer to determine the cause of the leak. please provide any further details. *ak
04/12/1999
 When putting gas into one tank, gas will return back into the other tank, and there won't be gas first tank. *ak
09/03/1998
 While pumping fuel into the first tank, the fuel goes straight into the second tank which makes both tanks full, causing fuel leakage . consumer contacted dealer who told the consumer to bring the vehicle in for repairs, but refused to take care of the problem.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK - SELECTOR DEVICES
08/22/2005106000112/14/1993
 Dt: the contact stated that 1994 ford 150 was having a problem with the fuel crossing over from one tank to the other. tank. if both tanks are full the check valve is faulty and was transferring fuel from one tank to another. thus, exceeding the capacity of the other tank, and leading to a gas spillage. the contact was traveling on the road when another vehicle flagged him down and informed him that gas was leaking out of vehicle. the contact talked to ford motor company, and they offered no free remedy. the dealership told the contact this vehicle was not included in the recall. the contact specifically stated that both ford and the dealership basically told him to take a hike.*ak
02/11/200595000605/20/2001
 My wife was at a gas station filling up both tanks in the truck. when she tried to start it, it would not start. the gas attendant came out and raised the hood and gas was coming out of the overflow canister. he got a fire extinguisher and sprayed it down. no fire but gas had to be washed down before we could have the truck towed in. we were told there was a recall on the 2 tank valve which was pushing gas into the front tank and with no where to go it came out under the hood in the over flow canister. but we were told our vin # was not made at a certain plant. but if this is a factory fault why would it have to be made at a certain plant. we could not efford to fix on our own and were told to fill the front tank only. what happens if my wife forgets and fills both tanks again with our children inside. i think ford motor co should fix this problem.some how this makes the truck hard to start. i am the second owner and have driven the truck since it was new. you can hear the pump runing in the rear tank of and on all the time. 1994 f150 and ford motor co said there was a recall on certain models. *nm
06/01/200416000010006/01/2004
 A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. when this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage.*ak
04/15/20039250001/08/2003
 My 1994 ford f-150 is spilling fuel out of the front tank when you fill the rear tank. i contacted the dealer and found out there is a recall on 1990 through 1993 trucks with dual tanks. this recall should include the 1994 trucks also. this is a fire hazard and environmental hazard. and should be addressed immediately. *nlm
05/15/20021
 A portion of unused fuel from one tank to be returned to second tank exceeded, causing fuel spillages. spillages could result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition. dealer and manufacturer have been notified. *ak jlg
02/23/2002
 93 v 125 000/fuel tank assembly: a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to second tank. when this occurred , second tank exceeded, causing fuel spillages. spillages could result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition. dealer contacted. feel free to provide any further information.*ak
05/01/2002105/07/2002
 A portion of the unused fuel from one tank is to be returned to second tank. when this occurs, second tank is exceeded causing fuel spillages. spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.*ak.*jb
01/01/2002207/01/1995
 Dual tanks have both been leaking fuel. contacted dealer who was not willing to do anything.*ak warranty expired. *tt
01/01/20021
 When running on the rear tank, and the front is full, that fuel tank will overfill and spill into the engine camparments. there is a recall on 1993, f150 but not on the 1994 model. contacted dealer who is not willing to do anything.*ak *slc
11/15/2001
 Fuel is bypassing from one tank to next, creating overflow conditions in one tank, resulting in a fuel leak. consumer has made note of a recall for this problem, only affecting model year 1993.*ak
06/01/2001
 Portion of unused fuel from one tank to be returned to second tank. when this occurred, second tank exceeded, causing fuel spillages. spills can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition; dealer / manufacturer were contacted, and both informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under any recall. feel free to provide any further information concerning this matter.*ak
09/01/2001
 Vehicle has the same fuel cross flow problem as in recall for 1993 models.*ak
09/19/2001
 Rear fuel tank forces fuel into the front tank, causing an overflow of fuel in front tank. consumer stated there was recall 93v125000 affecting vehicles from 1990-1993. contacted dealer, and dealer stated had no recall on 1994, vehicle. there was nothing they could do.*ak
 A portion of unused fuel from one tank is being returned to second tank, causing fuel spillage. please provide additional information.*ak
07/01/1994
 Fuel pressure regulator malfunctions, which allows fuel to transfer from one tank to another. fuel is leaking from the gas tank(s).*ak
07/08/20011
 A portion of the unused fuel from one tank was returned to the second tank. when this occurred, second tank exceeded, causing fuel spillages. spills could result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition. dealer / manufacturer were notified, and informed consume rthat vehicle was not covered under a recall. *ak
07/16/19991
 Cosnumer's vehicle experiencing the same problem as stated in nhtsa recall 01i008000 for 1993, ford f150 concerning fuel cross flow. but consumer has a 1994, f150.*ak *slc
2007/07/1994
 Fuel from the back tank is spilling into front,causing fuel spillage which could result in fire hazard.*ak consumer feels the problem is with the check valve within the fuel pump like in recall for the 1989-1993 model f150's. *slc
 Fuel from one tank is being sent to the second tank resulting in fuel leakage. a recall has been issued on the vehicle make and model, however this vehicle is not included due to vin.*ak
11/11/2000210/01/2000
 I heard on the news that 1993 ford trucks were having problems with one fuel tank filling into the other and overflowing. obviously this is a fire hazzard. i have a 1994 f150 that is doing the same thing but ford says that it is not included in any recalls. obviously i think this is wrong. spilling fuel is spilling fuel. i appreciate any help that you can give me. thanks
 A malfunctioning check valve allows fuel from the first tank to transfer to second tank, causing fuel leakage. vehicle not included in recall 93v125000 . please give any further details.*ak
 While traveling noticed fuel being pushed out of dual tanks. consumer changed fuel cap, but still has a problem. please provide further information. *ak
04/24/20000
 Check valve malfunctioned, causing fuel to pass from the second tank to the first tank, fill up to the filler neck, and then spill fuel. *ak
06/28/1998
 Ea99-032; dual fuel tank cross flow/leakage and recall 93v125 000/fuel tank assembly: vehicle experiencing on going problem with portion of unused fuel from one tank to be returned to second tank. when second tank exceeds it limit, it causes fuel spillage which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition. manufacturer contacted, and informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under manufacturer's recall due to vin. *ak
 A malfunctioning check valve causes fuel from one tank to transfer to the second tank, causing fuel leakage. please give any further details. *ak
07/01/199807/01/1994
 Vehicle diagnosed with failed fuel pump and refused to cover under warranty. all along, we were experiencing fuel pouring out of tank #1 and found that the gas was being shifted from tank #2 to tank #1. there was a recall through model years 1993. my truck is doing exactly what is described in recall #93s68. fuel is being shifted into tank #1 and spilling out constantly. this was only noticed because of the fuel pump failure in tank #1 but was not diagnosed by the technician. until my recent knowledge of the recall, i thought this was related to the failure of the fuel pump which i could not afford repair to. *ak
08/04/19991
 A portion of unused fuel from one tank is being sent to the second tank, resulting in fuel leakage. the dealer has repaired vehicle. a recall has been issued on similar makes and models. however ,this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
10/25/1999
 The fuel tank would leak thruough the valves. whenever the cap is removed, the fuel would spill out. the fuel switch is used to switch fuel tanks from back to front & leakage would happen then. been to dealer & vehicle not under recall. having fuel tank repaired. *ak
 Dual tanks are not working properly. the front tank is pumping into the rear, leaking gas inside of the vehicle ,may risk a fire. *ak
08/15/1999
 Having a problem with the gas gauge readings. contacted dealer and was told that the cross tank fuel flow problem due to a damaged check valve in the fuel pump asembly. the fuel is being pumped to the engine. instead of returning to rear tank, it is going into front tank, causes a fuel spillage. *ak
 Gas is leaking out of the vehicle because one of the dual fuel tanks wont hold the fuel. dealer syas check valve needs to be replaced. *ak
 Fuel tank assembly malfunctioned due to a check valve which caused the first fuel tank to go into the second fuel tank, resulting in fuel spillage. may cause a fire if there is a source of ignition. please provide further information and vin#. *ak
01/23/1996
 Dual fuel tanks, when switching tank will not switch properly causing an overflow into the engine. tt
 When start to pull out there is no power will not accelerate when switching the tank sometimes it will not switch . tt
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
09/06/2006135631109/01/1994
 Dt*: the contact stated after filling both fuel storage tanks, the fuel recalculated and overfilled the front fuel tank without warning. the dealer and manufacturer were alerted. there was a nhtsa recall, # 00v424000, regarding the fuel system. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.
04/03/20056
 1994- f150 with 2 fuel tanks when running on rear tank, it pushes fuel into front tank causing it to overflow, i was told there was a recall for this, but i didn't get one.*jb
05/02/20031
 Fuel spills out of front tank when the rear tank was filled. mr the consumer stated a recall had been issued for 1990-1993 model year trucks. *jb recall# 93v125000
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 Vehicle experienced the same failure as stated in recall 93v125000 concerning fuel tank assembly. but, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
05/16/20031
 The gas tank leaked gas onto the back tire. *nlm
07/28/2002
 I can't understand why a vehicle less than 10 years old would have these problems when the exhaust system is still like new. the fuel tank leak was pretty bad. i didn't know if i'd make it home without any problems. ford said they are unaware of this problem. the place i bought the new tank and oil pan said that these are chronic problems. dt
10/14/2002
 Consumer states that while driving at any speed and no warning the fuel tank had crack causing fluid to leak out. dealer notified. ts
12/05/2001110/04/2001
 Consumer has discovered that both of the gas tanks on the vehicle leak. the rear tank leaks badly after it has been filled. consumer is concerned of a possible fire because the gas leaks onto the tail pipe. fuel leaks are coming from the front and the rear fuel tanks. *jg
04/05/200210006/01/2094
 I have had the transmission serviced 4 times. each time temperarily fixing the problem. now the transmission has i guess failed completely.*ak
11/01/2001209/01/1994
 While vehicle was parked consumer noticed a puddle of gas leaking from rear tank. the consumer started using the front tank, and noticed fuel leaking. dealer has been contacted. *ak the mechanic had checked the leaking fuel tanks, changed rear fuel pump & tank, changed the fuel filter, and repaired the front tank. *scc
08/10/2001
 There is a strong smell of fuel coming from vehicle. please provide more information. *ak
08/20/2001
 There is a strong smell of fuel coming from the vehicle . also, vehicle is leaking fuel. please provide more information. *ak
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 Consumer states he smelled gas, which was leaking from the vehicle, the gas tank was replaced.*jb
11/01/1994210/01/1994
 Fuel tank was leaking with a strong odor of gas. took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced gas tank. about 7 years later ,gas was leaking all over driveway, and consumer could smell gas again.*ak the fuel tank had 2 leaks according to the mechanic and was replaced. nlm
08/01/20011
 Vehicle is having trouble with gas tanks because when one tank fills up it will overflow into other one.*ak
12/13/200008/01/1994
 Front fuel tank leaks just above seam line approx 1and1/2 inches above seam. the seam is at an angle.the front of the tank is pitted. there is a protective cover on the front that is molded to the shape of the tank .there are no drain holes in the cover. if the cover is pushed all the way back to the seam the water will stay above the seam. the design does not allow moisture to run off if the vehicle is parked in a foward pitch as mine is at my home.also if you look in between the bed and the cab , at that point you see that the tank slopes foward toward the front of the vehicle. also at that point you see the protective cover just at the cab line. had the cover gone past the bedline more than likely this problem would not happen. i have patched the front tank because of the fumes,but i do not use it.
2007/07/1994
 Fuel from the back tank is spilling into front,causing fuel spillage which could result in fire hazard.*ak consumer feels the problem is with the check valve within the fuel pump like in recall for the 1989-1993 model f150's. *slc
03/01/20001
 There is a fuel smell coming from vehicle. *ak front fuel tank is leaking. *yh
12/01/2000
 Electrical panel under dash board caught on fire. as consumer was driving, lights went out and fire began. harness wires were burned. also, fuel tank had a hole at the strap assembly. dealer replaced tank at consumer's expense. both incidents may have caused extensive fire damage to vehicle. *ak
07/01/2000109/12/1994
 Front tank and the back tank were leaking. about 6 months ago, consumer fixed back tank himself, and presently consumer needs front tank fixed. contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything for consumer. *ak
09/01/1993
 Fuel tanks leak - other ford owners have reported same problem. fuel found puddled on garage floor in morning.. *ak
07/09/2000
 While driving around town vehicle stalled. took vehicle to a local mechanic. consumer was told that there is a fuel tank delivery module defect. gas is filling up into the used tank, causing the vehicle to stall out.*ak
 Dual tanks continue to pump fuel into full tank resulting in overflow/excessive pressure. please describe details. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP
 Per ford motor company, this problem has been reported by others owning a 1994 f150, how many complaints does it take to warrent a recall for this type of safety issue? in our case, fuel was pouring out of the gas cap, causing a huge gas leak. we were lucky a fire didn't start with our 2 small children in the vehicle.
01/23/20011
 When filling up fuel tank filler valve will not work properly because fuel runs to other tank. then, when opening cap fuel will spread out. consumer is concerned for any open flames near vehicle.*ak the front tank pumps all the gas into the back tank resulting in over fill because the check valve has failed to function. *yh
 While traveling noticed fuel being pushed out of dual tanks. consumer changed fuel cap, but still has a problem. please provide further information. *ak
 While fuel tank if filled gas leaks from the gas cap. dealer has been contacted, can't duplicate problem. please provide further informaton. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
08/15/1999
 Having a problem with the gas gauge readings. contacted dealer and was told that the cross tank fuel flow problem due to a damaged check valve in the fuel pump asembly. the fuel is being pumped to the engine. instead of returning to rear tank, it is going into front tank, causes a fuel spillage. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE
03/21/200518100010003/10/2005
 A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. when this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLING/CHARGING
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 After fueling the gas tanks (front and rear) pressure builds up in the tanks and fuel is pushed up and around the caps, caps have been replaced however continues to experience problems, possibly the check valve. *mjs