I went to go start my f150 and apron starting it started to make a very load banging noise which I thought was a blown engine the truck had very little power and would not move . I had truck towed home and upon investigation I found that one of the spark plugs blew out of the head. After looking into to this more this is a very common thing with the triton v8 motor. The heads are made out of aluminum and each plug is only hold on by 4 threads from the constant piston putting pressure on the plugs they blow right out of the hole the only way to repair is to retap the hole and install new plug. The is a flaw from ford and these engines should be recalled and properly fixed by ford. When the plug blows out raw gas is going and not being burned this can cause and sure it has caused a fire on some of the engines . This is a very serious problem and could lead to death if a person is looking in the engine compartment when one of these plugs let go it could kill them please have ford own the mistake and recall the triton v8 2 cylinder and 3 cylinder engines.
2004 Ford F-150 fuel system complaints
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As I turned right into a side street engine stalled. I had very little control of vehicle but managed to steer it onto left side of street. Lucky no cars coming. Also happened on 4 aug. Checked internet and possible corroded fuel pump driver module. Many complaints. Could cause a major accident.
Smelt fuel emitting from the gas tank area but could not find the source of the smell; turned on the ignition key without starting the truck. I saw fuel running down the side of the fuel tank. I turned off the key and proceeded to removed the fuel tank gas straps to lower the tank; with all hoses still connected I turned the key back on; fuel was spewing from the fuel pump. I completely removed the fuel tank and all hoses and found a linear crack on the pressure side of the fuel pump hose connection. This vehicle has never been in an accident and is the original fuel pump to this vehicle.
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On 05/16/2014 the number 3 spark plug blew-out of the head causing fuel to be sprayed into the the engine compartment while I was traveling with my family. This is the second time this has happened on this trunk. The first is listed on the approximate incident date of this report. Spark plug blow-out seems to be a consistant problem with the ford truck engines and could pose a problem of a engine compartment fire, break downs on busy interstates & highways, wrecks and fatalities from sudden slow downs because of engine power loss while traveling or being stranded on isolated roads. These are just some of the possibilities that may happen (or has happened to others). Ford motor motor knows of this problem but won't listen to their consumers. Only the national highway transportation and safty administration can make them aware of the problem so that they will fix it. Also from talking with ford corporate and ford consumer affairs department the only way they will address this is through a recall. Please do an investigation of this complaint so that there maybe a possibility of a fix and a life and/or injury maybe saved, thank-you.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f150. The contact stated that on multiple occasions there was a strong odor of gas fumes coming from the engine compartment at random. The failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. The contact was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number(s): 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline), 06e056000 (fuel system, gasoline), 04v443000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 04v200000 (fuel system, gasoline) but continued to smell the strong fumes of gasoline intermittently. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000.
Power loss and surge in flow of traffic at 65mph. Sudden stop and loss of power in traffic. Traffic had to come to halt around me. I had to stop vehicle and attempt to restart several times to restart. This is a known issue with this year and model of ford and needs to be recalled. I have not had it happen at these speeds and it was terrifying.
While driving normally at 55 MPH I drove through a small puddle of water and next thing I know the truck stalls and lost all power. I managed to pull of road without getting hit from behind. I tried to restart the truck with no luck. Seemed like it wasn't getting fuel. Waited in pouring rain and sleet for mechanic and 120 for the new fuel pump driver module and arm and leg for labor on something that should be recalled. Its not safe for the truck to stop like that just for going through a puddle. I live in michigan and we have crazy weather here. Replace this part now ford and take care of your customers!
Fuel pump driver module, back side of module corroded away exposing circuit board causing the fuel pump to stop running and leaving me stranded during a snow storm,seems to be a common problem on 2004-2008 ford pickups. I consider this a poor design and should be a recall, lot of garages installing new fuel pumps at 300.00 a crack when its a easy to replace 80.00 dollar part.
Replaced fuel pump driver module (fpdm) mounted on a support above the spare tire on a 04 ford f150.first engine code was p0191 for the fuel rail pressure sensor, engine would crank but not start. Ran scan tool and found code p1237 for the fuel pump driver module. The cast housing of the fpdm is corroded and cracked almost splitting it in two pieces. Had to grind off fpdm and the mounting bolts and drill and tap new mounting holes. After replacing fpdm, truck starts and no longer has a rough idle.
Bought 2004 f150 brand new, never off road, all scheduled maintenance completed: son driving on interstate at 65mph, heard loud breaking noise, severe rattling, shaking, no power, coasted down ramp and to side road. Towed to mechanic--rod through the oil pan. Mechanic verified that oil was pumped properly through motor.. Same mechanic has worked on this car since we have had it. We have had to have all 4 door window motors replaced (twice-second time, we fixed front door windows and had back door windows wired up) , the back glass replaced for leaking, the 4 wheel drive sensors replaced, the transmission rebuilt, the overhead cam system replaced and now this.
Tl* the contact owns a ford f-150. The contact was driving 60 MPH when the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where the contact was informed that the fuel pump control module disintegrated and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired by the contact. The manufacturer was notified of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 148,000.
The engine blew a spark plug out my grandfather bought this truck new it never had them removed before it did not come lose it blew threads and all out do your god dam job make ford fix this before someone gets killed from a fire over this when the plug pops out it blows fuel out on the coil pack with it with it shooting lighting bolts if I had been a person with no mechanical knowledge it would have got bad I popped the hood and flames were popping out around the coil pack that is beating the crap out of the fuel rail if I had drove the truck or had been on the freeway that fuel rail would have been busted then a fire ball I can send u picks or make a video of the coil pack smacking the fuel rail.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that upon inspection, the bottom of the fuel tank was found to be corroded. The contact also mentioned that the fuel tank straps were also corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000. The current mileage was 100,000.
Between approximately 150000 and 160000 miles on my ford f150 there have been three incidients of spark plug blow out starting with the 3rd, the 1st, then the 2nd cylinder on the right side/passenger side of the engine.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that he contacted the manufacturer to inquire about an unrelated issue when he was advised of a recall for his year, make and model under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting). The manufacturer also advised the contact that his VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated that all of the vehicles of the same year, make and model should have at least been provided a free safety inspection of the fuel tank to ensure there was no failure present. The failure and current mileage was 71,000.
While attempting to accelerate onto a highway my vehicle sputtered and I was unable to get up to speed in a reasonable amount of time. Fortunately I was on a 4 lane highway and the approaching vehicles were able to avoid me by pulling into the passing lane. I brought my vehicle in for service and a corroded fuel pump control module was responsible for the hesitation. According to my mechanic, he categorized the problem as defective design. The module is mounted in a area susceptible to corrosion. This is a relatively easy fix however in my case the spare tire carrier had to cut off to access the module.
The truck just stopped got it going lasted 3 weeks now the engine light came on and it is in the shop and the can not figure it out the engine is a lemon I can not afford to spend alot of money I don't have.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f150. The contact stated that the vehicle made a noise when driving various speeds. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the fuel tank bracket failed and caused the fuel tank to separate from the vehicle. As a result, the fuel tank was being dragged when driving. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure and current mileage was 100,000. Updated 11/13/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150 extended cab. The contact stated after cleaning the vehicle, it failed to start. A private mechanic confirmed that water entered an exposed module for the fuel pump and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 153,000.
While driving my 2004 ford f150 on saturday 10/29/2011 I started smelling gas and then the number 6 spark plug blew out. After finding the problem back home there were 3 other plugs loose.
Driving at 50 MPH my truck dies. Tow to a ford dealership (thomas ford, beverly ma.). Diagnostics show blown pcu. Dealer replaces pcu at my expense. Finds that, or says that, the pcu was blown by the fpdm. Ford does not have any in stock and 3 months behind in production due to bad economy. Dealer pressures me into buying used fpdm because 3 other trucks on lot has same problem and they will buy part if I don't. 3 months without truck if I don't. Dealer also says I should complain to ford motor company direct because (they believe) it should be a recall. Fmc did nothing. Not even expedite a new part. Pcm was $970 part only and fpcm was $343 part only. Fpcm cracked because mounted on dissimilar metal under spare tire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f150. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a faulty fuel pump driver module. The dealer performed the repairs. The manufacturer was aware of the failure. The current and failure mileages were 61,552. Updated 11/03/11 *bf updated 12/16/11
Tl* the contact owns 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the fuel pump and fuel module failed. Both the fuel pump and module were replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to notify the federal safety agency. The failure and current mileages were 58,715. Updated 09/21/2011 *ln
2004 ford f150. I have already filed a complaint. The consumer stated when he arrived at the dealer, to have the recall performed, the dealer informed him, there were no parts available. Updated ivoq 06/30/11
Tl-the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where the contact was informed the fuel pump driver module failed due to corrosion. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed the parts necessary to remedy the failure were unavailable. The contact also stated the same failure occurred approximately 30,000 miles prior. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 150,000. Sm.
My 2004 ford f-150 died in the exit to a local plaza blocking traffic from exiting. After about a half an hour I got the truck started and drove to the ford service dept. I was told the fuel pump driver module has corroded through and that this part was on national back order because of the number of failures due to the poor location of the module. I was fortunate to find the last replacement part in the western ny area but since have talked to other's all over then country trying to get the same part with no luck. The fact that this part is on national back order should be proof enough that this is a serious problem. I was charged $375 ($160 for part and $200 for labor for a 15 minute job). I believe this could pose a serious safety hazard if a vehicle fails in the wrong place.
I went to start the vehicle, hand slipped off of the key, the vehicle would crank but not turn over. Tried to restart the vehicle numerous times. Unplugged the battery, left it sit for 10-15 mins (thought it was the anti theft). Later in the day a friend looked at it, troubleshot it as fuel pump- used owner manual to look at fuses, everything looked fine. Concluded had to be with the fuel pump or sensor. Had to have the vehicle towed to a garage, pulled the fuel pump sensor off, there was a giant whole in the outer layer and plastic was cracked. Moisture fried the circuit board. The part is currently at vrtc. I am glad my vehicle was at home and not somewhere in a parking lot or far from home. No real signs of this happening prior to not starting.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f150. The contact stated that there was an overpowering fuel odor from the interior of the vehicle. The dealer advised that there was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 04v200000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly) but the contacts VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was contacted and informed confirmed that the VIN was not included under the recall and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 111,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. While driving approximately 35-40 MPH he smelled a fuel odor. He inspected the vehicle and saw no visible leaks. For a few days the odor was not present; however, it later became progressively worse. He also stated that the smell was much worse when using the heat in the vehicle. The contact referenced recall 04v200000, fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly. He called the manufacturer and was advised that his vehicle was not part of the recall. The contact stated that the failure had been on going for 9 months. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000 and the current mileage was 66,000. Updated 02/23/11
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