2002 Ford F-150 Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
- 51
- 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 51 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
What owners report
- fuel tank · 45 records
- tank straps · 16 records
- tank strap · 7 records
- fuel system · 6 records
- system gasoline · 6 records
- spark plug · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 24 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 150–400k mi | 9 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel System, Gasoline
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. *tr
ODI 10400696
Fuel System, Gasoline
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.
ODI 10400580
Fuel System, Gasoline
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.
ODI 10399986
Fuel System, Gasoline
Fuel tank strap broke allowing fuel tank to drop and nearly break free from the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10399877
Fuel System, Gasoline
I heard on the radio about a possible upcoming recall on ford f150 pickup trucks (1997-2001). This is in relation to gas tank straps getting rusty and breaking. I then decided to look under my truck which is a 2002 ford f150 and discovered two gas tank straps completely rusted through/off with the tank no longer being supported by straps. The truck is only a 2002, but i think the problem goes beyond the 2001 trucks…
ODI 10407176
Fuel System, Gasoline
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…
ODI 10399726
Fuel System, Gasoline
Straps that secure the fuel tank rusted. One strap rusted completely 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. *tr
ODI 10399636
Fuel System, Gasoline · Mounting
Fuel tank straps rusted out resulting in gas tank dropping. Updated 09/14/11 *bf the consumer stated the fuel tank was damaged and had to be replaced. Updated 09/16/11
ODI 10404932
Fuel System, Gasoline
The fuel tank dropped down from my truck as i drove. I stopped in the middle of the street, put my hazard lights on and got out to see what had happened. I didn't know what it was, it looked like maybe the end of the exhaust system, there was no liquid and no smell. I called for help and slowly pulled my car over at the nearest side street. When i got out, gasoline was pouring out and i could then tell that it was…
ODI 10390768
Fuel System, Gasoline
2002 f150 i had to have the gas tank straps replaced one failed, how come the investigation is only going to 2001. *tr
ODI 10399899
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. While driving approximately 50 mph, the fuel tank fell off of the vehicle and started sparking. The manufacturer was contacted who stated the failure could have been the bands that hold the gas tank were rusted and the problem had been reported before. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 143,000.
ODI 10372496
Fuel System, Gasoline
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.
ODI 10428796
Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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. *tr
ODI 10358140
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
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…
ODI 10353911
Fuel System, Gasoline · Mounting
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! Updated 09/14/11 *bf *tr the tank fell to the ground, while the vehicle was sitting. There was no fuel spill. The dealer replaced the straps. Updated 09/21/11
ODI 10407761
Fuel System, Gasoline
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 tank strap...bound it back up with a ratchet-strap, and drove to the ford dealer...purchased a new strap and placed it on the vehicle in the parking lot... *tr
ODI 10401451
Fuel System, Gasoline
2002 ford f150 fuel tank mounting straps failed due to corrosion and permitted fuel tank to drop to pavement while driving. *tr
ODI 10400896
Fuel System, Gasoline
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…
ODI 10283340
Fuel System, Gasoline
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…
ODI 10400803
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
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…
ODI 10276885
Fuel System, Gasoline
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. *tr
ODI 10399740
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline
While driving at 45 mph on level surface the #5 spark plug was ejected from it's hole damaging the coil over plug causing arcing from the coil to the engine. The vehicle immediately slowed dramatically and the smell of gasoline was apparent. Luckily there was very light traffic and i was able to pull to the side of the road and shutdown the engine. I identified the problem and having some mechanical training knew…
ODI 10257360
Equipment · Fuel System, Gasoline
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…
ODI 10247682
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
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…
ODI 10326807
Fuel System, Gasoline
The consumer has noticed a discrepancy in the mpg the manufacturer said the vehicle would get and the actual mpg the 2002 ford f150 get. *mr the consumer claimed that he never gets more than 11 mpg while driving in the city, on long distance trips, while pulling a trailer or while driving empty. *nm
ODI 10134561