Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the vehicle was leaking fuel from the undercarriage of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle's fuel tank was rusted and fractured and needed to be replaced. The contact was also made aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline) in which the vehicle was included, but the contact failed to receive notification. The contact stated that the manufacturer would only cover the repair of the fuel tank straps and not the fuel tank itself. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
2000 Ford F-150: fuel leak
26 of the 1,076 complaints about the 2000 Ford F-150 describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 26
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 140,000
- recalls
- 1
Fuel leak by model year
What owners say
Having a fuel leak where the tank is strapped to the vehicle. Ford has a recall on this issue, but unfortunately not for my VIN number. I expect ford to make this right. It is too coincidental to have the same problem but not be covered for a recall. I cannot afford in any way the cost of the repairs for this problem. Please advise.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact stated that there was excessive fuel leaking from the fuel tank. The failure occurred continuously. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank was damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 203,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact stated that the fuel straps and the fuel tank were rusted and corroded with a possibility of fracturing. The contact noticed that there was fuel leaking causing the fuel level to decrease. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the fuel tank and the fuel straps needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact did not verify if the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, she noticed that the fuel tank straps were corroded and the fuel tank was leaking gasoline due to a hole on the fuel tank. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank straps needed to be replaced and was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). However, the contact was advised that the repairs for the hole in the fuel tank were not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure and current mileages were 131,930. Updated 12/20/13*cn the consumer stated there was a hole in the gas tank under the fuel tank straps.
I had an appointment at donley ford in ashland, ohio mon., 11-11-12 at 6 pm., to have the fuel tank straps replaced on my f-150 per the recall. When the technician removed the straps, the tank started leaking. When contacting ford, they deny any responsibility for this problem. A quick search on the internet shows that many others have had the same experience. My truck was previously owned my brother and has been taken well care off. The technician even commented on its condition. The tank is in perfect condition except some rusting where the straps were. After searching the internet, I am sure that you have heard this complaint before. I am simply adding one more. Not only is there a potential for the straps to break, allowing the tank to fall, they also corrode the tank, causing it to leak fuel.
After dealer completed safety recall 11s21 fuel tank straps, tank began to leak fuel. Ford refuses to acknowledge that this is a safety issue to fix broken fuel tank after recall work. There response to me was if the tank fell off the truck it would be covered, this has happened to many f150's hence the reason for the safety strap recall.
Ford has issued a recall for defective fuel tank straps that may corrode and cause a potential fuel leak. I brought my truck in for the recall and sure enough my straps are corroded. The vehicle is at a ford dealership and they will not replace the straps because the corroded straps have started to corrode the tank. According to the dealer the tank will begin leaking if they replace the straps. The dealer called ford customer care and they would not cover the tank. I also called ford and they refused to cover the tank and also will not replace the straps unless I purchase a tank from them to replace. If my straps break I will lose my tank and potentially cause a fire or accident to another vehicle. The recall does not currently address additional damage caused by the defective straps. The damage to my tank is a direct result of the defective straps and should be covered under this recall. I leave in new england and am sure there are many other ford trucks with the same problem. What recourse do I have to get this resolved? Spoke with [xxx], a customer service supervisor at ford customer care in florida, case #[xxx]. Any assistance would be appreciated, information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact stated that while having regular maintenance performed on the vehicle, he was advised that the vehicle was in need of repairs under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline torage:tank assembly:moun). The mechanic also advised that the fuel tank needed to be replaced since the straps were severely corroded and could possibly cause a fuel leak. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the fuel tank was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 214,422.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact heard a dragging noise coming from the rear while driving approximately 25 MPH. The contact then noticed that the fuel tank was dragging and leaking fuel onto the ground. The vehicle was stopped and then towed to an authorized dealer, who stated that the fuel tank straps were corroded. The manufacturer would not assist with the fuel tank replacement because the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting). The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 250,000.
On july 19, 2011 the fuel tank dropped out from underneath my 2000 ford f 150 while going over the beacon newburgh bridge in ny. Gas leaked all over and had the nys police as well as the beacon fire dept. Incident was reported to the nydec. No fire but fuel leaked out of tank. Vehicle was towed to garage for repair at the cost of over $1100.00 not including the $190.00 towing fee. I am lucky that this tank did not blow before I could make it to were I could pull over safely. There was no break down lane on the bridge.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 f-150. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH there was a rattling noise coming from the fuel tank area. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that both straps which held the fuel tank in place were corroded. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer where the straps were replaced. The contact was also made aware of a leak in the fuel tank. The fuel leak was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 78,500.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling certain 1997 through 2003 model year ford f-150, 2004 model year ford f-150 heritage, 1997 through 1999 model year f-250 less than 8,500 lbs. Gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), and 2002 and 2003 lincoln blackwood vehicles manufactured from june 20, 1995, through august 4, 2004, originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Prolonged exposure to road deicing chemicals may cause severe corrosion of the fuel tank straps which secure the tank to the vehicle.
- Risk
- As a result of the corrosion, one or both straps may fail allowing the fuel lines to separate from the tank, or in some cases, causing the tank to contact the ground. Either scenario may result in a fuel leak presenting a fire hazard.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicles to a ford or lincoln dealer to have the fuel tank straps replaced with straps that have increased corrosion protection. Early in this campaign, if replacement straps are not available, dealers may install a cable support under the strap as an interim repair or a steel reinforcement over the existing strap as a permanent repair. Any repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 11s21
Recall number 11V385000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2000 Ford F-150 fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 2000 Ford F-150?
26 of 1,076 owner complaints about the 2000 Ford F-150 (2%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 1997.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2000 Ford F-150?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2000 Ford F-150
Fire or smoke 271Adaptive cruise 133Ball joint 50No deployment 27ABS 24Wipers 18Engine failure 16Stalling 14Tire blowout 13Brake failure 10Door locks 9Headlights 9Loss of power 9Check engine light 8Grinding brakes 7Fuel smell 7Seat belt 7Pulling 7Knocking 6Power steering loss 6Airbag light 5Misfire 5Premature wear 5Transmission failure 5Water leak 5
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