I had a fuel tank leak on my ford e150 conversion van in 2001. The van had 85000 miles on it. Had the tank replaced at a dealer; originally he ordered the wrong tank, thinking I had the smaller one, but I have the 35 gal. Midship tank listed in 01v114000. They replace the tank about the time this recall was issued. Then, 85000 miles later, I have the same leak, exact same problem. I have visited two dealerships, even spoken to the original service manager who handled the repair in 2001; all deny that the recall applies to this vehicle. I called ford at the number listed in 01v11400; they deny that I have this fuel tank, even though they installed it specifically, although obviously not according to the recall instructions. I figure because it was a conversion van they may not think it was the "original equipment". I have now had this problem twice, and paid for it the first time. I want them to reimburse me for the original repair under this recall, and then to perform the recall repair correctly, since obviously that wasn't done. I'm sure this fuel tank leak has cost me a lot in evaporated gasoline too, particularly at today's prices.
1997 Ford E-150 fuel system complaints
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1997 ford econoline 150 universal conversion van. Gas tank rotted out at filler tube. Gas runs out on ground while filling. Gas tank had to be replaced.
1997 ford econoline 150 universal conversion van. Gas leaks at gas tank when filling up. The main filler tube ( hose) seems to be leaking. Gas runs out all over the ground. Gas tank must be dropped to replace hose.
Upon filling the gas tank there is external gas leakage.the gas runs back out onto the ground. Consumer repaired it. *ak 1 1/2 inch diameter hose at the top of the fuel tank cracked.
This is a follow up to my complaint from last year (odi 10038825). I removed the gas tank from my van and found the leaks (several) were caused by the metal tank rubbing against the frame cross rails. *ak the tank is metal to metal contact with the frame of the van, there is no isolation of any kind. This seemd to be a serious design flaw (to me anyway) and I called the ford motor company to let them know. Ford expressed no concern, since there had not been any deaths or injuies reported. I can't believe that I am the only person that has experienced this condition. I have digital photographs of the frame and tank, prior to having it repaired. I took the tank to a shop and had the leaks welded, I also cut up an inner tube and placed it between the tank and frame rails, to prevent this from happening again. I think there are lots of ford vans rolling on the roads of this country that have the same problem and it is only a matter of time before one of them blows up!
While filling the fuel tank on my 1997 e-150, gasoline begin leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken in for repairs, it was discovered that where the filler tube and tank meet, a tear had developed in the rubber hose. The repair shop contacted the dealer to inquire on any possible recall information. The dealer indicated there were no recalls, but this was a "common" problem. This is and can be a very dangerous situation.
Consumer noticed a fuel puddle under vehicle while parked in drive way. Vehicle was serviced by dealership, and technician noticed fuel tank with cracks in two places. Also, filler was cracked.
I took my 1997 ford e150 conversion van in for service, with the complaint of the strong smell of gasoline, which seems to be worse after I fill it up. The technician stated in his report that the top of the tank was wet with gasoline and he suspects that it is cracked. He also told me a search came up with a ford recall for 1997 e150 vans with this issue. I contacted my ford dealer and was told there is no such recall for my van. I looked on your web site and found recall #01v114000, which seems to pertain to my van. I am afraid to drive the van, with gas leaking and the dealer told me the tank would be $400 + labor to repair. *jb what now? Thank you for your help sincerely, brian holgate.
After consumer filled the vehicle fuel tank with gas they smelt gas fumes. Consumer took vehicle to dealership for service. Dealership indicated that the fuel tank had a leak. Please provide more details. Ts
While refueling vehicle consumer noticed fuel leaking from underneath vehicle. Upon closer inspection consumer saw fuel tank was cracked. There is recall o1v014000, but this vehicle is not affected due to VIN.
Gas tank is leaking fluid and could cause a fire. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.
I was informed by a certified ford mechanic, the problem that I had experienced with my vehichle is a common defect with the ford 4.2l v-6 engines. The seal for the intake of the fuel injection system cracks and causes coolant to leak into the cylinders. A cylinder will evantually contain so much coolant that on start up of the engine the push rod or main bearing for the piston will break. The reason being, coolant can not combust , causing so much pressure in the cylinder it breaks either the push rod or main bearing. I had also talked to other independent mechanics and have been informed that many of the 4.2l v-6 engines in these vans have been repaired or replaced for the same reason.
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