1993 Ford F-150: fuel pump failure

Filed Aug 30, 2023 · Fuel system · AZ

To whom it may concern. I have a 1993 Ford F-150 pickup truck. I have recently experienced the problem with the fuel system described in the federal safety agency Campaign ID Number 93V125000, the federal safety agency Action Number EA93001. This defect in the fuel pump causes the fuel drawn from the front tank to be returned to the rear tank. In short time the rear tank capacity can be exceeded causing fuel to spill from filler neck into the environment. Not only is this an environmental issue, it is a major safety issue as the fuel could ignite causing a fire that could easily result in severe injury or death. I have contacted Sanderson Ford in Phoenix asking that they repair this problem under the conditions of the recall and they are refusing to do so. I am asking that the federal safety agency instruct Ford to repair this problem as described in the recall. Again, this problem causes raw fuel to spill from the tank into the environment causing both and environmental issue along with a major safety issue. The fuel could easily catch fire resulting in severe injury or death.

Filed Jul 25, 2021 · Fuel system · TX

Started hearing fuel pump stay engaged after turning engine off and could smell fuel during these times. Fueled up rear tank next morning and when I arrived at work and got out with truck still running there was gasoline pouring out from the front gas tank spiller neck at an alarming rate. When I selected the front tank it stopped flowing. Next day while in traffic at light When I engaged the gas pedal and fished tailed due to a puddle off gasoline dumping from truck onto rd. In front of rear tires. Started having poor acceleration and seemed as if truck wasn’t getting enough fuel or lacked power. Still has open recall so I brought it to Ford dealership explain the issue and also that cross fuel flow in those year trucks has a recall for same issue. Trucks been there 2 weeks and I’m being told it’s to be $2700 to replace both fuels pumps and shuttle valves. I showed them video of gas pouring from the truck and showed them fords recall and remedy for issue. They said they will not fix this problem in truck and I must cover cost. This after knowing of recall and seeing a video of fuel spillage will not cover cost. This is unsafe I feel as any source of ignition may cause a fire from immediate gas spillages. Ford said they would over do repair if 12 years from start of warranty date of truck or Under 150k . Truck is under that mileage . But refuse to make repair under prior recall even though this is extremely dangerous situation to be driving truck. Trucks still in shop and I’m awaiting for a response from Ford corporate as I contacted them to explain issue in hopes they would honor repair as I feel it necessary for the safety of myself, family, and those others whom may be hurt in the event an accident occurs.

Filed Jan 3, 2018 · Fuel system · 122,000 miles · NC

The federal safety agency recall number: 00v424000 - fuel pressure regulator issues - truck loses power due to lack of fuel and now it is transferring fuel between tanks while driving. I took truck to local dealership in august 2017 when I discovered the recall and was told that the truck is part of the recall but that the part is on back order from ford. It is now january 2018 and still no part. I have replaced both fuel tanks and fuel pumps when I first bought the truck along with having the engine rebuilt. The truck is unsafe to drive due to these issues but I am at loss of what to due at this point since ford is not providing the parts. I feel that the fuel check valves should be replaced by ford since I have already replaced them myself. I discovered the recall on my own in august 2017. I purchased the truck early in 2014 for my son as a high school graduation present and to drive to college. He is now a senior in college and has not been able to drive it to college due to these issues. Ford recall: 00s57

Filed Mar 20, 2017 · Fuel system · 113,300 miles · CO

Make : ford model : f150 year : 1991 the federal safety agency campaign id number : 93v125000 recall date : jul 14, 1993 component: fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly potential number of units affected : 1131000 summary: a malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. When this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage. Consequence: spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to asource of ignition. Remedy: replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves. Notes: system: fuel; fuel tank assembly.vehicle description: light trucks and chassis cabs with gasoline engines anddual fuel tanks.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed servicedate and the remedy is not corrected within a reasonable time without chargeor the remedy does not correct the safety-related defect or noncompliance,please contact ford's customer assistance center, 300 renaissance center,p.o. Box 43360, detroit, mi 48243. Also contact the national highway trafficsafety administration's auto safety hotline at 1‑800‑424‑9393.

Filed Sep 12, 2016 · Fuel system · 135,600 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 ford f-150. While the vehicle was stationary, the rear fuel tank poured fuel onto the ground. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,600. Updated 11/07/16*lj the consumer stated a design defect in the fuel pump check valve caused the fuel to overflow. Updated 11/30/16.*jb the consumer stated safety recall 00s57 replacement of fuel pressure regulator at the injection rail can not resolve design in fuel pumps. Updated 7/07/2017

Filed Mar 20, 2015 · Fuel system · 109,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 ford f-150. The contact stated that there was excessive fuel leakage coming from the vehicle intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the check valves and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,000. Updated 4/20/15*cn updated 10/9/2015

Filed Feb 5, 2015 · Fuel system · 136,500 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 ford f-150. After the vehicle was shut off, the fuel would transfer to the second tank independently. If both fuel tanks were full, fuel would spew out onto the ground. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was diagnosed with fuel pump check valve failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 136,500.

Filed Sep 4, 2013 · Fuel system · 216,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 ford f-150. The contact was driving 65 MPH and noticed fuel spilling from the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the middle tank was empty while the rear tank exhibited a spillage. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was not repaired but diagnosed as having a fuel pump failure. The manufacturer was notified of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 216000.

Filed Oct 23, 2010 · Fuel system · 83,000 miles · OK

1993 ford f-150 1/2 ton pickup with dual fuel tanks. The safety concern is that the front tank is being filled by the rear tank and will over fill the front tank. When the front tank is selected the engine runs very rough but when the rear tank is selected the engine runs normal. I am in the process of replacing the front tank fuel pump assembly and eventually the rear tank fuel pump as well. I have recently replaced the ignition coil, spark plugs, wires, distributor cap, and fuel filter.

Filed Nov 9, 2007 · Fuel system · 150,000 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford f150. The contact received a recall notice, but never took the vehicle to get repaired. The dealer stated that the recall was outdated and they would not perform the repair. The failure is a malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly that causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to return to the second tank. As a result, the capacity of the second tank becomes too great and creates fuel spillage. The vehicle is currently parked at his home. The recall number was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 150,000.

Filed May 4, 2007 · Fuel system · 56,000 miles · FL · 2 injuries

(1) filled fuel tanks with gas (2) fuel began pushing out of the rear filler cap after a few minutes of driving. Notified by another driver and pulled over. Opened the fuel door cover and saw gas spilling out around the cap. Took the cap off and fuel blew out at me. Myself and my daughter had gasoline all over us. (3) took it to the dealer and was informed it was a known defect and the recalled part had been replaced with redesigned fuel pump in 2001. New redesign is now doing the same thing. Contacted ford customer service may 3, 2007, was told initially by 'sue' that ford would participate and repair the vehicle. Then a supervisor, id# 1157 (shira) that it was already fixed 28 dec 01 and they won't fix it again although it's a known problem.

Filed Apr 22, 2006 · Fuel system · 150,000 miles · NJ

I have found a problem with my vehicle which is, according to the federal safety agency campaign number 93v125000, recalled for a safety purpose. A malfunctioning check valve in the fuel pump assembly causes fuel to return to the second tank and overflow. There is a great chance for a fire because of the fuel overage. However, ford does not recognize this as a recall on my vehicle, based solely on my vehicle identification number.