Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford f150. While driving 15 MPH the fuel tank fell off the vehicle. The contact stated that the straps to the fuel tank broke in half. The failure also caused the fuel fill pipe to break. The contact pulled over to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle and with assistance the fuel tank was strapped back onto the vehicle allowing the contact to drive to his residence. The vehicle was in the dealers possession when the complaint was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was unable to provide a VIN. The failure and current mileage were approximately 120,000.
1998 Ford F-150 fuel system complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford f-150. While the contact was dispensing fuel into the fuel tank, the fuel tank suddenly detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where they informed the contact that the fuel tank support straps completely rusted. The vehicle was repaired with the replacement of the fuel tank straps. The failure mileage was 200,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 ford f-150. The contact stated that the mounting bracket that connected the fuel tank to the frame was fractured due to severe frame rust. The contact stated that the failure could cause the fuel tank to fracture from the vehicle while driving. The manufacturer advised the contact that they would investigate the failure further. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 148,000.
Fuel tank mounting straps are failing due to rust and corrosion cause to possible fuel tank damage and loss. Tank not secure and wearing through tank it self because of rubbing resulting in holes in fuel tank. Explosion is possible !
This is regarding a 1998 ford f150. I was driving on a normal asphalt road, about 30mpg, just through an intersection. The front of the gas tank dropped suddenly. By the time I could safely pull over the road abraded a hole clean through the front bottom edge of the tank. It was raining heavily, otherwise I believe there would have been a fire. This left a trail of gas about 1/4 mile long on a busy road, and a large gasoline puddle that grew for 15 minutes after we stopped. We got away from the truck as fast as possible. We lost the full tank of gas and had to be towed to the dealership. The gas tank was replaced by the dealership at a cost of over $700. I do not have the original gas tank. The problem is that the front strap broke and dropped the tank without any warning signs. I just heard about the investigation, I'm only guessing about the date of the incident.
The strap on my gas tank on my 1998 ford f-150 xl has rusted apart from the weld and is hanging off.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 ford f-150. The contact was driving 60 MPH on a busy highway when the straps holding the fuel tank fractured from the vehicle. The tank ruptured and gasoline fuel was spewed onto the vehicle and onto the highway. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired for the failure. Theo contact discovered the failure was caused by extreme rust and corrosion. The manufacturer offered no assistance. The current and failure mileage was approximately 181,000.
Gas tank straps on 98 f150 rusted through. 1 of straps rusted off and tank was being held on by the other strap which was rusted almost through as well. Luckily I noticed the first strap rusted in half before the other gave way. I replaced the straps already however now my gas tank will also need to be replaced as it is also rusting out under where the rusted in half gas tank strap was and gas tank has fuel condensation on outside.
Gas tank straps rusted real bad and caused my gas tank to drop out from under the truck.
1. Noticed the front strap on gas tank had rusted through and tank was tipping down. 2. Rear strap still intact but rusty. 3. Replaced front strap, monitoring rear strap. 1998 ford f150.
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford f-150. The contact inspected his vehicle and noticed that one of the fuel straps were covered with rust and disconnected from the fuel tank. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The contact called the manufacturer who referred him to the federal safety agency. The current and failure mileages were approximately 180,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 ford f150. The contact performed repairs on the vehicle and when replacing the rear brake pads, he detected that the fuel tank straps exhibited rust corrosion. The vehicle was not ben diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 02/07/11 *bf the fule tank straps were replaced due to rust. Updatd 02/14/11
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 ford f150. The contact was inspecting the vehicle when he noticed that one of the fuel tank straps had fractured due to corrosion. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repairs of diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 110,000.
My son was driving my truck and the gas tank dropped to the ground because the strap broke that was holding it up. We had to replace the tank because when it hit the ground it put a hole in it. Good thing my son was at a stop light and not driving. The tank was still full of gas and attached so he had to drive with the tank dragging a short distance to get the vehicle off the road. Gas was leaking all over the driveway and parking lot of a car dealership. *tr updated 08/01/11 *bf the consumer stated both straps broken in the middle and both were corroded. Updated 08/02/11
At approximately 165,000 miles I had the gas tank strap replaced on my 1998 ford 150. I noticed that one strap was broken and took the truck in to have both straps replaced.
My son filled the gas tank on my 1998 f150 pickup truck with gasoline and drove a few blocks when the gas tank strap broke allowing the gas tank to fall down and drag on the pavement. It punctured the tank and fuel leaked out. Fortunately, he stopped right away and it did not spark to cause a fire or possible explosion. I had it towed in and a replacement gas tank and new straps are being installed. I have never lost a gas tank on any vehicle I have ever owned.
I have a 1998 ford f150 pick up in well maintained condition with 165k miles. On a recent trip we were driving at a low speed (thank god) through port huron michigan. Unknown to me, one of two metal straps that hold the fuel tank to the frame had corroded through. The entire weight of the gas tank was supported by one remaining strap. After fueling (3/4 tank), while approaching a traffic light, the last strap broke and the tank fell to the pavement. The grinding of the tank on the pavement rubbed a small hole in the tank and caused a minor leak. Because we were traveling so slow, we quickly pulled over and the damage was contained. With the help of a police officer, I raised the tank enough to get my car jack under it and then strapped it to the frame rails with a section of rope. The only thing holding the tank to the truck was the fuel line which was not severed so I was able to start it and I drove to nearby ford dealer for repairs. This failure could have been a disaster if it had happened at highway speed. I was only one mile from getting on i94 when the tank fell down. Ford had no recalls for this issue and offered no compensation, even though there was no design detail to prevent the tank from falling to the road when the straps fail. This design was released in 1996 so many owners could soon experience the same corrosion failure that LED to my incident. A serious fire or injuries could easily be prevented by stainless steel straps or a frame detail that prevents the tank from coming down to the pavement. The total repair including a new tank, straps, valve, sensor and line repair was $750.
While driving my 1998 ford f150, the gas tank dropped out of place and I dragged it a couple of hundred feet before I could safely pull over. The metal straps supporting it rusted and broke. The mechanic replaced the tank and straps.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 ford f150. While driving 45 MPH the straps that secure the fuel tank had fractured, and then fell onto the pavement. The failure was caused by corrosion. The manufacturer was notified, but because the warranty expired no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 210,000. The vehicle identification number was unavailable.
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford f-150. While driving approximately 25 MPH on normal road conditions, there was a loud noise outside of the vehicle. The noise sounded as though an object was being pulled on the ground. The driver shut the engine off, looked underneath the vehicle and observed that the fuel tank was disengaged. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for inspection. The failure was contributed to the fuel tank support straps. The technician replaced the fuel tank and the fuel tank straps. The contact has concerns of the safety risk involved. The failure and current mileages were 140,000. Updated 10/21/09. *lj the tank support strap was replaced. Updated 10/21/09
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford f-150. While driving between 25-30 MPH on normal road conditions, the contact heard an excessively loud noise coming from outside the vehicle. The noise sounded as if metal was dragging across the road. Immediately, the vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and inspected. The driver observed that the fuel tank brackets and fuel tank were detached; however, the fuel tank was not damaged. The vehicle was temporarily repaired. The following day, the contact performed a permanent repair on the vehicle. The defective parts from the vehicle are available upon request. The failure and current mileages were 132,000. Updated 071009.*lj the consumer stated he heard two loud bangs 5 minutes apart as if something had falling off the bed of the truck. Then he heard a dragging noise outside the truck. Updated 07/10/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford f-150. While driving 55 MPH, the contact heard a strange noise coming from the vehicle. He pulled over and noticed that the fuel tank detached from the vehicle and fell onto the ground. He strapped it back on because it was still filled with gasoline. The vehicle was towed to his residence. The gasoline was drained and the contact is in the process of getting a new tank and straps. The dealer stated that there were no recalls for this failure. The failure and current mileages were 106,000.
Tl*the contact called about a 1998 ford f150. The driver filled the vehicle with fuel and, the next morning while driving, the front of the gas tank fell onto the road. The consumer hit a bump in the road and the gas tank came loose and caused gas to spill over the road. A police report was filed. The vehicle was inspected by the tow truck driver, who discovered that the strap holding the fuel tank was rusted. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and the mechanic stated that a new fuel tank and strap were needed. The vehicle was being repaired at the time of the complaint. The manufacturer has not been notified. The speed was unknown. The current and failure mileages were approximately 93,000. Updated 08/12/10 *bf the consumer stated there was no fire. Updated 08/17/10
Gas tank fell off truck while driving causing fire. Faulty brackets?
Normal driving, low speed through a neighborhood subdivision, gas tank straps rusted completely through causing gas tank to be dragged on the ground creating a hole in tank. Vehicle was stopped within a half of a block following dragging of tank. Fire and police were called to the scene. Tank was repaired new straps were installed. *tr updated 08/12/10 *bf updated ivoq. 08/17/10
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford f-150. While driving 40 MPH, the contact suddenly heard a loud noise as if something was scraping across the road. When he pulled the vehicle over, he realized that the gasoline storage tank fell and was dragging across the road. He towed the vehicle to the dealer, where it currently remains. Ford stated that nothing could be done. The current and failure mileages were 74,000.
1998 ford f-150 fuel tank failure. Consumer states that the fuel tank fell from beneath the vehicle while backing out of his garage. He stated that both the struts holding the fuel tank in place broke.
My 1998 ford f-150 fits the summary of the federal safety agency campaign id # 97v171000. My truck is currently in with the dealer for another reason, including the speed control recall. However, they will not fix the gear position indicator because they state it is not a ford recall, regardless of what the federal safety agency site indicates as a (recall date of 10/07/97) because ford has to make a recall notice. My indicator is off by one (it says I'm in 'r' when rally in 'p' and so forth). 'I understand not doing a mass recall for this, but when a vehicle is in for a mandatory recall of the speed control catching fire, one would think they would repair a vehicle that is experiencing another known defect as indicated in the federal safety agency campaign 97v171000. Also, it is in for damage related to the fuel tank, and even though they are replacing the fuels tank and many other items attached to it (I.e. Lines etc.) they don't feel it is warranted to address another the federal safety agency recall related to the leaf spring potentially puncturing the tank. That is campaign #98v161000. Regards, steve.
Straps retaining the fuel tank failed resulting in the fuel tank dragging on the road. Was able to temporarily retain tank with ratcheting tie down strap and get vehicle home safely. I was lucky that the failure occurred at low speed, and not on a highway as this could have resulted in fire and or injuries.
Fuel tank straps rusting through and fuel tank falling from vehicle.
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