I was driving my ford f150 when suddenly I heard a sound that sounded like something was caught under the truck. Slowly pulled over and found the gas tank was on the ground, held up on one end by a hose. Good thing I was not going fast or on a bumpy road. If the tank had hit a bump it would have been crushes and possibly exploded. Had about a half tank of gas. Repairs are estimated at $270 so far.
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Vehicle is a 2000 ford f 150. Daughter filled the tank on 4/8/2011. Tank fell off the vehicle while traveling on a major highway at speed. Both support straps failed by breaking in half. Truck was safely pulled to side of the road but entire contents of fuel tank spilled onto the highway berm. Truck was towed to service station for repair.
S10 appropriate handling-letter to secretary from concerns regarding gas tank safety. *kb 200 ford f150. The consumer stated the fuel leak was a result of a tank strap that rusted. Also, the other strap is severely corroded. Updated 01/28/11 updated 03/08/11 updated 04/08/11
The gas tank fell off our truck no events leading to the failure we repaired the damage to the tank and bought new straps and put the tank back on the truck gas spilled when this happened.. And my husband hd to get 6 stitches in his finger also the oxygen sensors keep reading bad check engine light on and we have changed all air intake things.
I was driving down a city street and hear a loud metal scraping sound coming from under my truck. I immediately pulled over and stopped. When I looked under my truck my gas tank was dragging on the ground. The front metal bracket had rusted through and broken. There was gas leaking from the tank and the fire department responded. There was no fire. To say the least this is outrageous and totally unacceptable for any car or truck. I have seen many other reports about this problem with this truck. Why hasn't there been a recall? I was lucky there wasn't a fire. Someone will eventually be killed by this default.
Pulling into a parking space, I heard a loud bang and a dragging sound. I got out of my vehicle to see what I had backed into, but couldn't seen anything. I went to get back into my vehicle and heard someone say, "something is hanging under your truck". When I got out and looked, I saw the gas tank laying on the ground. Upon inspection, both straps had broken and the fuel lines were the only thing holding it to the truck. This occurred only once so far. The truck is a 2000 f150 with 150,000 miles on it. I replaced the two straps after purchasing them from a dealer. I was shocked to see that a 24 gallon tank was held up by two small metal straps attached to the frame by a bolt on one side, and a twist lock (if you can call it that) on the other. I hope ford has found a better way to attach these on their newer vehicles, especially 4-wheel drive.
Tl* the contact owned a 2000 ford f-150. While driving approximately 5 MPH, the contact heard something fall from under the vehicle. The consumer pulled over and stopped. The contact exited the vehicle and discovered the fuel tank was detached from the frame of the vehicle and laying on the pavement underneath the vehicle still attached to the gas hose. The consumer managed to re-attach the tank to the vehicle using a coat hanger. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the contact was told that the straps which held the fuel tank were severely corroded. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 155,140 and the current mileage was unknown. Updated 04/25/11 *bf an inspection revealed the straps holding the tank which was made out of very thin material had corroded and broken a part allowing the fuel tank to fall off. The consumer has since traded the vehicle. Updated 09/12/11
I was driving my ford f150 pick up truck and heard something like I dropped an exhaust pipe. Luckily I was driving slowly about 20-25 MPH. I stopped and got out to see what had happened. My gas tank that I had just filled the other day fell off. Both straps broke and I was dragging the tank on the ground. I had it towed to my house for repair. After noticing that the fuel fill pipe had rusted off near the tank and both straps had failed. I decided it was to much for myself to repair. I believe I need a new gas tank and new straps. Fuel was thrown up under my truck. I contacted ford but they were of little help. Probably not going to buy another one. A ten year old truck this shouldn't happen to! There was no fire but I'm really glad I didn't have my grandson in the truck or that I was driving down the highway!
Rear fuel tank strap rusted through on 2000 ford f-150.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the fuel tank fell to the ground and began leaking fuel; fire sparks began to erupt. The contact pulled over and the vehicle was towed to a repair shop where the contact was informed that the fuel tank straps had rusted which caused the tank to fall. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 195,000.
Driving down the road at approx 45 MPH when the front end of the gas tank fell on the road. When truck was placed on tow truck it was obvious the straps had broken holding the gas tank onto the truck. Due to the gas tank falling to the ground other parts were damaged as well.
Approximately (5:45 pm) on mon.,1- 24-11. I was coming home had fueled up my truck (then at 3/4s full) for week when I noticed a scraping/dragging sound coming from rear of the truck just after crossing a double rr-track on a paved two lane road. Nowhere to pull over after a wet snowfall on narrow shoulder, I put on 4-ways and crept to the nearest driveway at a drugstore. I exited truck to check out the noise, to my shock I saw my forward end of fuel tank was on the ground and spilling fuel. I called 911, police and fire (equipped to stabilize the fuel spill) and a tow company were sent to assist. A report was made by the local police. The truck was then taken by my request to the ford dealership where it had been purchased new. Next day: the dealership quoted an astronomical price for replacement of damaged parts & labor (1600-2000). After research had the truck towed to another facility for the repairs which were completed the same week by that thu. Evening. I do have the defective parts in my possession (fuel tank straps). This was out of pocket (except for the original tow; insurance reimbursed 50.) had to barrow and refuel a vehicle as well to get to work. Due to some ford motor co. Connections through my business clients I have received a phone call from their corporate offices for which I had a 30 min. Conversation with a rep. Who needed a week to research my verbal complaint. This person did try to call me back on thu.2-10-11 but I was not available (due to my work hours). In the first phone call I spoke of my knowledge of ford receiving a letter from (odi) back in 9-24-10. If they knew why wasn't this problem checked if my truck had been in & out of a ford service facility the last 3 mo.'s of 2010. I made it known that I would be filing a complaint with your administration and I would be warning everyone I know for fear that this could happen to others. I also told them that I hoped that ford motor co. Would issue a recall. *tr updated 08/01/11 *bf updated 08/02/11
After I filled up with gas, I smelled gas. After this happened a couple of times, I noticed gas dripping from the tank. Upon inspection, I noticed that the leak was near the filler neck, but the root cause was that one of the tank straps was completely rusted away, the other is severely corroded; the leak at the neck is because the weight of the tank is being supported by the neck. I see that several dozen cases have occurred where the tank has fallen out of the trucks going down the road, and the "crack staff" at the federal safety agency has been "studying" this since september to see if this is a "safety concern", but they are either too inept, too corrupt, or too lazy to do their jobs. This is the same lack of concern for american consumers that allowed people to die from the toyota sudden acceleration issue. Take you r time guys, you are only playing roulette with human lives!!!!! I will quote [xxx] "shame on the federal safety agency for not doing your job." I hope the new chairs of energy and commerce and oversight and reform have more respect for human life than the last ones. If so, the federal safety agency may be compelled to do its job! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Gas tank strapes rusted, causing the gas tank to fall from truck.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford f150. The contact noticed that the filler neck was leaking gasoline similar to the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06e056000 ( fuel system, gasoline). The fuel tank strap was also corroded which added to the failure. The dealer or manufacturer had not been notified nor was the vehicle diagnosed or repaired. The current mileage was approximately 210,000. The failure mileage was approximately 202,000. The VIN was unavailable.
My straps that hold my fuel tank has rusted (rotted of). I have now got a strap holding my fuel tank up until I can get these replaced. I believe that this is a huge issue.
Fuel tank straps rusted and fell off of the truck. The part was most likely of poor quality as the truck is 10 years old.
I bought a used f150 lariat 4x4 2000 model after having the truck 3 weeks it caught on fire sitting in a parking lot where my husband works we had not even had time to get the full coverage ins. And it changed over at the end of the month . I called the ford company and was told to contact out local dealers this was a joke they all but laughed in my face and gave me more 800 numbers to call with the same answer every time * so what do you want me to do about it ???? * we found out that was s a recall on the truck due to the chance of fire after setting and brake fluid dripping on the cruise control unit. We never knew of the recall and did not have time to have it fixed is there any thing that you can do to help in this matter.
Filled up with fuel. Drove approx. 2 miles and fuel tank fell off due to rusted tank straps. Dealer replaced straps and broken fuel vapor valve. Vehicle had 62260 miles at the time. I have parts of both straps. *tr updated 08/01/11 *bf updated 08/01/11
To whom it may concern, my grandfather [xxx] bought a 2000 ford f-150 on 12-15-08. On sept. 24,2010 he and my grandmother was driving back home when a person started flagging them down. Both gas tank straps had failed and the gas tank was dragging on the ground and leaking gasoline, luckily they stopped, and the tank did not explode.the police and fire department was called out. The repair shop said that the straps were rusted and corroded which caused the straps to fail. My grandfather said that the dealer had informed him that the previous owner had garage kept it, and he has also kept it in a garage since he had purchased it. The tank and straps had to be replaced and the repair cost was $524.29. I wish there would have been a notice sent out to the consumers about the 32 claims. This could have gave the consumer notice to have it checked out, prior to the failure. If the tank would have exploded, I could have lost both of my grandparents. If you need to contact me or my grandfather please contact me by e-mail address [xxx] and I will give out our phone numbers. 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. While traveling 55 MPH, the contact noticed a dragging noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. After examining the vehicle, the contact discovered that the front end of the fuel tank was dragging onto the pavement. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the contact was informed that the fuel tank would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The current and failure mileage was 213,000. Updatedd 09/07/11
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f150. The contact was driving 60 MPH when the fuel tank straps fractured and caused the fuel tank to fall to the ground, spewing gasoline onto the highway. The fire department was called to clean the fuel from the highway. The vehicle was towed to a nearby lot where the contact was awaiting for repairs. The dealer and the manufacturer were not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 70,000.
2000 ford f150 - both straps that hold fuel tank rusted in half and the fuel tank fell while driving down the road. The front of the tank was dragging the pavement. The truck otherwise has no rust. Major safety concern!!!!!!!!
Accelerated from intersection; heard noise; thought was exhaust pipe dropped and was being dragged; smelled fuel; stopped and saw that fuel tank had fallen onto the road; tank more than 3/4 full had split and was leaking fuel; called 911 for fire department and police; fire department lifted tank and fuel gushed out; fire department used a wedge of wood to plug tank as good as possible though tank was nearly empty by that time; tow truck arrived; towed truck to dealer; cleaned up more about 19 gallons of fuel; will discuss repairs with dealer tomorrow; assumption is that a new tank, straps and possible fuel line will be needed. Do not believe police made a report since no accident or injuries occurred. Updated 12/08/10
I have a 2000 ford f-150 4x4. I was driving on st rt 13 in new lexington ohio and had the gas tank holding straps rust off and had the gas tank fall off. My truck seemed to be in ok shape on the outside. This LED me to check out the rest of the truck more and then I have also found that the frame, cab corners and lots of other parts are rusting completely. I have since then replaced the straps with new ones from ford. As for the rest of the truck the rust is getting worse by the day I have used rust stoppers and cleaned as much off as I could. I still have a bank note so I have to drive it. I hope and pray that I am not in any accidents for I believe the truck would suffer great damage due to the rust!!!
My brother and I each purchased new 2000 ford f-150 pickups in june of 2000. On august 27, 2010 I notices that the rear strap attaching my fuel tank to the vehicle had broken. I immediately replaced the badly rusted and broken strap without any loss of fuel or further damage. I inspected my brothers fuel tank and his rear strap is likely to fail. He will replace and avoid the same failure I experienced.
I own a 2000 ford f150. Approximately a month ago, I noticed one side of my fuel tank was hanging down. I went to salvage yard and obtained a strap off another f150 and replaced the broken one. The other side is rusted as well, but has held so far.
My 2000 ford f-150 fuel tank fell out of the vehicle this past june 2010. The vehicle was purchased new and was dealer under coated to prevent rusting. The tank at the time was full of fuel and was within minutes of having been traveling down the freeway. The vehicle was parked for a short period of time before the fuel tank fell to the ground. On inspection the forward strap was missing on the tank was on the ground front first. If this would have happened while driving on the freeway it would have surely ended in a fire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact noticed that one of the fuel tank straps rusted and fell off. Another strap was rusting and looked as if it were about to fall off as well. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The contact had not spoken with the manufacturer at the time of the complaint, the current and failure mileages were approximately 103,000.
My husband and daughter filled the gas tank of our ford f-150 truck, year 2000. Just minutes later while on I-265 about to merge onto I-65, the gas tank fell off and dragged the highway. A policeman stopped to help and he called the fire department. They came and put a fire retardant on the gas spill. The truck was towed to a service center and a new gas tank was strapped on with new straps. *tr updated 08/01/11 *bf updated 12/05/11
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