2002 Ford F-150 Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 17
- 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 · 16 records
- tank straps · 6 records
- spark plug · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
My fiance and i had to place are full size spare on that came with truck it was brand new we had no choice bc this was friday evening and out local tire shop was closed tell today (monday) yesterday we drove 7 mile to collinsvile to change brakes after we finish we load our 3 kids and befan to hide home another 3 miles from home we notice the truck shaking then we heard load pop and tail of the truck lost control…
ODI 11030768
Fuel/Propulsion System
My 2002 f150 truck dropped the fuel tank on 5/26/2017. Miraculously, my wife and daughter weren't killed. My wife and daughter were using the truck, helping a friend move. Luckily, they just left mcdonalds restaurant when it broke. They were on a side street and were forced to stay where they were. The eastpoint fire-department were called on scene due to gasoline leaking out of the tank into the street. They stayed…
ODI 10991912
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel tank straps broke while driving straight on city streets putting a hole in the tank and spilling out fuel while driving. Ford had a recall on the same year & model of vehicle, however ours was not recalled.
ODI 10966223
Fuel/Propulsion System
In the less than 2 years we have owned this truck, it has blown spark plugs 3 times.
ODI 10937750
Fuel/Propulsion System
My vehicle had its fuel tank straps replaced under a recall. The corrosion from the original straps spread to the fuel tank. Now, the corrosion on the fuel tank has caused the fuel tank to begin leaking under the replaced straps. Perhaps some of the issue is due to the process / procedure used in replacing the original fuel tank straps. Vehicle now has approx 207,000 miles. Fuel leak was noticed while performing…
ODI 10910713
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor coming from the fuel tank. The contact noticed a strap hanging under the fuel tank and that fuel leaked onto the driveway. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that there was rust and holes underneath the tank that came from corrosion and that the straps on the tank needed to be…
ODI 10750249
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving at 15 mph cylinder #5 spark plug liberated it self from the engine. *tr
ODI 10703431
Fuel/Propulsion System
There's a recall already for the fuel tank straps in the salt belt states.i live about 20 mile from tenn.im seating at my job and looked out the window and my fuel tank strap broke.the tank was about 2 inch above the road.call ford and they said its not covered.im in the mountains and we use road salt every year.what makes ten any different.this could have been bad it started dragging on the road while i was…
ODI 10678298
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
SPARK PLUG BLEW OUT OF HEAD. *TR
ODI 10662681
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving my vehicle under very normal circumstances, traveling approximately 30mph, my truck began to run very rough and there were loud popping noises coming from the top of the passenger side valve cover. It turned out to be a blown-out spark plug and coil pack. *tr
ODI 10638440
Fuel/Propulsion System
The spark plug blew out of the engine and caused the engine to become damaged. *tr
ODI 10554836
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. The contact stated that while traveling 15 mph, the fuel tank support straps failed and the fuel tank became detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who stated that the straps had failed due to rust. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number 11v385000 (fuel system,…
ODI 10551426
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel tank straps rusted thru the gas tank, ford replaced the straps, but would not cover the gas tank. The frame, rocker panels, cab & bed are rusted thru, will not pass inspection again.
ODI 10537946
Fuel/Propulsion System
The vehicle was traveling at highway speeds when the gas tank fell out. The tank straps had rusted through dropping the tank. The tank cut open from skidding on an interstate expressway releasing 23 gallons of fuel. Ford dealership inspected and said the straps are under recall and will replace, but will not replace the tank. The tank is only damaged due to faulty straps which ford has identified as problematic. The…
ODI 10505634
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f150. The contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of gasoline fuel inside the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection and was advised that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in any recall campaigns. The failure mileage was 150,000.
ODI 10501359
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford f-150. The contact stated that after receiving a recall repair under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting) his gas tank is leaking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who took pictures to be sent to the manufacturer. The dealer called the contact and informed him the repairs would not be done. The vehicle has not been repaired.…
ODI 10458445
Body · Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Vehicle cab rocker panels rusting off rear window leaking cruise control not working vehicle rusting and been in area with no salt on roads
ODI 10862917