1999 Ford F-150 Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 15
- 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.
What owners report
- fuel tank · 17 records
- tank straps · 5 records
- repaired failure · 5 records
- failure mileage · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. While driving 20 mph, the fuel tank detached from the vehicle and fractured. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 146,000.
ODI 11155852
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to be inspected vehicle. The muffler was removed and corrosion was discovered on the fuel tank straps. The contact stated that there was also an odor of gasoline underneath the vehicle. El cajon ford 1595 e main st, el cajon, ca 92021 was contacted and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The…
ODI 11300189
Fuel/Propulsion System
Top front of fuel tank rusted out and fuel leaks especially when tank is full . Other areas on top are also very close to rusting thru . Ironically there was a recall few years ago to replace the 2 gas tank holding straps and the ford dealer said the gas tank was fine ?!? So either he was blind or didn't have a flash light or have an inspection mirror or was too lazy to replace the gas tank because it isn't an easy…
ODI 11051401
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. While the contact was pulling into his place of residence at 5 mph, the fuel tank straps fractured and caused the fuel tank to drop forcefully. The contact was unaware that the fuel straps were loose or had any ability to become fractured. The dealer was notified, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 172,444.
ODI 10918760
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. The contact stated that the fuel straps were fractured due to corrosion. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was confirmed that the fuel straps failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The…
ODI 10785539
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. The contact stated that the check valve and the fuel pressure regulator malfunctioned causing fuel to leak from the tank. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was repaired, but the failure recurred. The details of the repairs were unknown. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
ODI 10786814
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
When backing up after my f150 has been sitting about 2 days i have no brakes unless i rev up the engine for about 20 sec to build up pressure in the electric vacuum brake booster. Have almost hit my wife's car if i forget to let it sit to build up pressure. I have contacted my ford dealer and they won't do anything about it because i am past the warranty. I am going to have to replace it myself because this is…
ODI 10732474
Fuel/Propulsion System
The fuel tank straps are rusted severely, may cause an accident or break down. *tr...updated 08/12/15 *bf updated 11/27/2015*js
ODI 10639193
Fuel/Propulsion System
Received the recall notice for fuel tank strap replacement. Took truck to ford dealer in auburn ma. Dealer would not work on truck do to rusted fuel tank, insisted i needed a new tank prior to fixing. I took my truck to a ford dealer in ayer ma., same results. A brand new tank has been installed, made an appointment at my local ford dealer in auburn, ma. Dealer refuse to install straps, complain about connection…
ODI 10645012
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving 75 mph, the vehicle exhibited an abnormal noise. The contact was able to move off the roadway to inspect the vehicle. The contact son discovered that the fuel tank was dragging and spilled gasoline on the roadway. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was advised that the fuel strap was corroded and had become separated…
ODI 10513224
Fuel/Propulsion System
Received recall from ford motor co about gas tank straps. Scheduled appointment with freedom ford 3941 admiral peary hwy ebensburg pa 15931. Went to freedom they looked at my truck told me that straps rusted frame and would need to be repaired i told to do it, that it should be covered because of premature rusting of straps. Service writer said it is not covered it would have to be sent to his mechanics house and…
ODI 10563025
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford fi50. The contact stated that there was a puddle of gasoline fuel under the vehicle. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting) and took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The contact was advised that the fuel tank failed therefore, the recall repair could not be performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10484686
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f250. The contact stated that the fuel tank became detached from the vehicle while driving an unknown speed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who advised that the fuel tank straps were corroded and caused the fuel tank to separate. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure and current mileage…
ODI 10561766
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. The contact stated that while traveling 25 mph, he heard an abnormal dragging sound from under the vehicle. The contact merged to the side of the road and noticed that the fuel tank had become detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence where a private mechanic confirmed that the fuel tank failed. The vehicle was then towed to an authorized…
ODI 10476643
Fuel/Propulsion System
Filled up tank and the front gas strap failed about one mile later in town. Gas fill tube broke off of tank and poured gas out on road, while pushing tank through gas. Pulled over in nearest parking lot because of noise of tank being pushed on pavement. Parking lot was a grocery store full of cars and people getting groceries on a snow storm night. I had to start and move the vehicle after inspection so that i did…
ODI 10504462