2001 Ford F-150 Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
- 91
- 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 91 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- fuel tank · 94 records
- tank straps · 39 records
- tank strap · 24 records
- rusted through · 14 records
- strap rusted · 13 records
- both straps · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 34 |
| 150–400k mi | 25 |
| 60–100k mi | 17 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. The contact stated while driving away from refueling, the fuel tank and filler neck fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where they informed the fuel tank straps and frame were corroded. The fuel tank, straps and filler neck were all replaced. The failure and the current mileages were 142,000.
ODI 10399643
Fuel System, Gasoline
Approaching the exit ramp off the freeway i heard a dragging sound, thought it was my muffler. I pulled over and got out and smelled gas, (just filled the tank at 4.19 gal day before) and saw the front of the gas tank was dropped and gas was all over. Had to call the fire department to put oil dry or something on the ramp. I was fortunate that it didn't spark and the truck blew up. A few days prior we just got back…
ODI 10400099
Fuel System, Gasoline
My gas tank strap was hanging below vehicle... Dealer said it happens all the time and estimate was over $250 to replace 2 straps... Unbelievable... Dealer also said 2nd strap was in bad shape and ready to break. *tr
ODI 10399664
Fuel System, Gasoline
Both straps holding the fuel tank on my 2001 f-150 broke allowing the gas tank to fall to the ground and be dragged down the mass turnpike(route 90) i was able to exit the highway and pull into a gas station. Upon exiting the vehicle i saw the tank on the ground and gas leaking from it. The truck was towed to a service station for repair. They installed a new gas tank, straps and all the lines. *tr
ODI 10399830
Fuel System, Gasoline
While driving at residential speed the gas tank dropped down and began dragging on the ground spilling all the gasoline contents. There was no warning, i just heard a thunk and a dragging sound which i able to pull off to the side of the road within a block, this was a onetime failure. The local vehicle service repair shop ordered a new gas tank and new tank holding straps and replaced the failed ones which were…
ODI 10397499
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. The contact stated the fuel tank strap corroded and fractured when the driver was driving approximately 35-40 mph. Approximately ten gallons of fuel leaked as a result. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and then to the contact's residence. A mechanic stated the fuel tank straps and fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact did not notify the…
ODI 10399562
Fuel System, Gasoline
Yesterday, while driving at about 35 mph i hear a loud noise from the bottom of the vehicle. I pull over to realize that the entire gas tank had completely fallen off of the bottom of the truck, had punctured, and was spilling over 20 gallons of fuel into the road. The fire department was called and spent two hours containing the spilled fuel and assisting the tow truck driver to ready the truck so that it could be…
ODI 10396077
Fuel System, Gasoline
I was driving on the freeway, did not hit any bumps and heard a dragging noise from the rear of the vehicle. Pulled off of the freeway and looked under my 2001 f150 truck and saw the front of gas tank sitting on the road. The straps on the gas tank had broken. Was lucky that i stopped or according to mechanic, could have worn a hole in the gas tank and caught fire or exploded updated 08/04/11 *bf the consumer stated…
ODI 10395954
Fuel System, Gasoline
Just got off a highway traveling at 60 m.p.h. And stopped into a lowes . Upon returning to truck to leave and backing from parking spot the full gas tank hit the ground. No lines were broken . Both straps were rusted through.
ODI 10401548
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. The contact stated that one the fuel tank straps fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 110,000.
ODI 10407121
Fuel System, Gasoline
2001 f-150 xlt gas tank strap rusted and broken, fuel tank found to be leaking near the top of the tank. *tr
ODI 10386615
Fuel System, Gasoline
After purchasing this used 4wd f-150 i filled the tank and noticed the smell gasoline. Inspection of the fuel system revealed the rear gas tank support strap had rusted through. This allowed the tank to drop down and rest on the rock guard for the tank. Operation of the truck in this state caused vibrations to wear through the tank resulting in the fuel leak. Were it not for the rock guard (on 4wd models only) the…
ODI 10390848
Fuel System, Gasoline
2001 ford f150 supercrew, fuel tank strap rusted through saw from a distance something was hanging under truck, crawled under, discovered strap had rusted through and was in two pieces, took off part that i could and attached a ratchet strap to hold tank in place until i can get the parts and repair. *tr
ODI 10384606
Fuel System, Gasoline
Discovered rear fuel tank strap on 2001 ford f150 was broken. Front strap heavily rusted but still holding. Fuel tank is sagging but not dragging. *tr
ODI 10383379
Fuel System, Gasoline
While having my 2001 ford f-150 4wd super cab (205,000miles) serviced, it was discovered that the rear fuel tank strap is completely rusted out and the front strap is ready to fail at any time. Had the defect not been noticed at this time, the tank would have dropped from the vehicle to the road at any time. Replacement straps are being ordered. *tr
ODI 10378232
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. While the contact inspected the vehicle, he detected that the fuel tank strap fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the fuel tank strap was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
ODI 10399764
Fuel System, Gasoline
Front gas tank strap rusted through and broke in half. Rear strap has rusted but not through yet.
ODI 10397757
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. The vehicle was parked when the contact noticed the fuel tank was hanging underneath the vehicle. The contact ordered the necessary parts from the manufacturer and repaired the vehicle. While repairing the vehicle the contact also noticed the straps which held the fuel tank in place were corroded. The failure mileage was 160,000 and the current mileage was 180,000.
ODI 10399759
Fuel System, Gasoline
Mt 2001 ford f150 began leaking fuel today from the fuel tank (underneath truck). Approximately 3-5 drips per second were observed to be dripping. Upon closer inspection, it looks as though the metal straps holding the fuel tank on the vehicle have corroded badly and worn a hole in the upper part of the tank. *tr
ODI 10367228
Fuel System, Gasoline
Gas tank straps failed on my 2001 ford f-150. I was leaving work when the gas tank just fell on the driveway as i was traveling about 25mph. I am very fortunate that it happened at this location as this situation could have been disastrous, luckily i was able to tie it back up with some nylon straps that i had with some help from a coworker. I was able to drive home and replaced the straps with new ones, the old…
ODI 10368008
Fuel System, Gasoline
2001 f150 fuel tank straps and fuel tank rusted through. *tr
ODI 10366937
Fuel System, Gasoline
Gas tank straps corroded to the point of failure on a 2001 ford f150. The problem was caught before complete release of the gas tank. New straps were put on in place of the original ones. *tr
ODI 10369574
Fuel System, Gasoline
While driving on the highway the straps on the fuel tank broke and the fuel tank fell off spilling approximately 25 gallons of gas. This was caused by the straps rusting away. *tr
ODI 10364149
Engine · Equipment · Fuel System, Gasoline
I have a 2001 ford f150 crewcab truck. On my way home from work, my vehicle started making an awful noise and the truck instantly started working rough. I pulled over and turned off the truck. My husband came to check on me and when we popped the hood and when i turned on the truck he saw the spark plug coming out of the cylinder. I have yet to have the mechanic look at it. After reading up on this, i see this is a…
ODI 10361815
Fuel System, Gasoline
The rear fuel tank strap has rusted and broke in two. *tr
ODI 10360084