1999 Ford F-150 Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
- 93
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 93 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- fuel tank · 105 records
- tank straps · 39 records
- failure mileage · 14 records
- tank strap · 14 records
- both straps · 14 records
- straps fractured · 14 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 38 |
| 150–400k mi | 35 |
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel System, Gasoline
I received the recall notice for the fuel tank straps. The straps are bad and i also have a leak in the fuel tank . The tank is extremely rusted where the straps are on the tank. The corrosion problem with the straps appear to spread to only the part of the tank where the straps touch. Ford does not seem concerned with this problem, so i am turning to you for help and advice. *kb
ODI 10429574
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f150 pickup. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle and driving 20 mph, all three fuel straps fractured, causing the fuel tank to partially detach and drag the ground. The vehicle was towed back to the gasoline station where the fuel straps were replaced. The dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…
ODI 10406859
Fuel System, Gasoline
1999 ford f-150 had gas tank separate from vehicle due to rusted straps. *tt
ODI 10407626
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. The contacted stated that while refueling the vehicle, fuel leaked from under the vehicle abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic. The mechanic stated that the filler neck was detached from the tank. The manufacturer was contacted and the vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 127,847 and the current mileage was unknown.
ODI 10444904
Fuel System, Gasoline
The fuel tank and fuel tank straps were badly rusted and the fuel tank was leaking. Moisture and dirt was accumulating inside the strap causing it to rust.
ODI 10401857
Frame And Members · Fuel System, Gasoline · Rear
1999 ford f150 2wd truck with 80,000 miles the fuel tank fell out of the truck. Upon investigation, it was found that the fuel tank straps has corroded apart. When re-installing new straps, it was found that the fuel fill tube was corroded, as well, with several holes in it. Also, while re-attaching fuel tank it was found that the rear three cross-members were on there way to corroding into two pieces, and had…
ODI 10329444
Fuel System, Gasoline
In april of 2010 my f150 pick up gas tank fell off. I had to buy a new one. The straps rusted and the tank fell. I lost all of the gas that in it. It cost me $600.00. The truck is a1999. The straps should be made of stainless steel. *tr
ODI 10357684
Frame And Members · Fuel System, Gasoline
The strap on our ford f 150 that holds up our gas tank broke and had to be replaced. Upon looking at the frame it was discovered that it was rusted out very badly and could be a driving hazard to drive. We are in the process of completely getting a new frame put under the truck. This truck is only ten years old and we think ford should have some responsibility in fixing this problem. It is a one owner and we have…
ODI 10327692
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. The contact was attempting a turn and drove over a pothole when the fuel tank straps fractured. The fuel tank then detached from the vehicle and caused a full tank of gasoline fuel to spill. In addition, the fuel tank then struck and ruptured the rear brakes lines. In order to stop the vehicle, the contact had to abruptly apply the emergency brake and shift into park…
ODI 10400801
Fuel System, Gasoline
Gas tank strap broke away. Tank was hanging by gas line and fill tube. Temporarily repaired with nylon strapping. *tr
ODI 10400951
Fuel System, Gasoline
Rust hole in fuel tank where strap meets tank, purchased new fuel tank. *tr
ODI 10405756
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. The contact stated that he heard an abnormal thump while driving approximately 55 mph. The vehicle was pulled over and the contact noticed one of the straps which held the fuel tank in place was fractured and the fuel tank was hanging downward.there was also fuel spilling onto the ground. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where the straps and fuel tank were…
ODI 10400596
Fuel System, Gasoline
Gas tank straps rust and release tank without warning. Driving truck, 1999 ford f150, when suddenly hear scraping noise coming from bottom of truck. Stop truck, but cannot detect problem. Scraping noise persists. A few miles down the road check again. Gas tank has dropped. Truck was towed to cooks service; gas tank, straps and fuel tank pressure sensor replaced. Truck was housed during all winters since new and…
ODI 10406860
Fuel System, Gasoline
Gas tank dropped from underneath the truck. The restraining straps broke. The tank was filled with fuel and the tank was destroyed.
ODI 10401892
Fuel System, Gasoline
I have a 1999 f-150 and one of the gas tank straps rusted through and broke. The tank did not fall but i had to have both of the straps replaced. I'm only now writing because i saw they had opened an investigation for a recall. *tr
ODI 10355897
Fuel System, Gasoline
While my truck was idling it caught fire the fire marshall said it was a result of the fuel arm broke. *tr
Fire reported
ODI 10235429
Automatic Transmission · Control Arm · Electrical System · Emission Control · Fuel System, Gasoline
I bought the 99 f-150 used. I've owned it for 2 years and in those two years spent over 3000 dollars repairing it. I cant handle the thought of keeping a truck that cost so much in repairs. And now the dealer tells me i need a new transmission. This is one week after i spent over 500 replacing the spark plugs, fuel filter, and getting the fuel injectors cleaned. I have only 58,000 miles on the thing and was told by…
ODI 10023974
Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting · Foundation Components · Fuel System, Gasoline · Hydraulic Power Assist System · Interior · Manual Transmission · Power Window Devices And Controls · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Service Brakes, Air · Suspension · Tires · Unknown Or Other · Visibility · Wheels
Truck was unstable with cause unknown by dealership. Owner has taken vehicle in for corrective action several times, however nothing has changed. Vehicle vibrates excessively when at idle with rpm gauge fluctuating up/down. *ak consumer states that the engine runs rough, oil level dropped and there was a clicking noise in which the dealer replaced the fan blade and fan clutch. Rear brakes experienced grinding,…
ODI 8013741