Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. While driving 35 MPH, the contact noticed a strong fuel odor around the vehicle. He then noticed fuel on the ground which was leaking from the fuel tank. The contact called the dealer who advised him to take the vehicle in for diagnosis. The manufacturer had not been notified. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
2004 Ford F-150 fuel system complaints
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Tl* the contact owned a 2004 ford f150. The contact stated that while parked in the driveway the vehicle caught fire and destroyed the vehicle. The garage on the house caught on fire as well as her commuter car. The fire department responded and put out the fire. Ford motor company was contacted and they filed a claim 1496812899. There was a recall the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06e056000 fuel system, gasoline but her VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 77,603.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f150. The contact stated while parking the vehicle, he noticed an excessive gasoline leak. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was advised that the fuel line had fractured where the fuel pump and pressure lines entered. The contact was able to locate a recall for the failure (the federal safety agency campaign id 04v443000: fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting) and when inquiring with the dealer, was advised his VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 70,000.
2004, 4.6 ford explorer pickup spark plugs break off, can't get them out, causes much damage, cost $$$$ to get repaired that I don't have! There are many many people on website forums who have this same problem. Some even say the ford dealership they took their truck to couldn't even get the spark plugs out either. Is there a recall?
I have a 2004 f-150 that has spit two spark plugs out with in a year. The second one caught fire . There has been this issue with many owners of ford trucks and is a on going issue ford won't take care of. Napa auto parts has a repair kit made just for this issue with ford engines. The cost is $ 73.00 plus having someone do the repair.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f150. The contact was driving at approximately 65 MPH when the vehicle stalled suddenly and completely shut down. The vehicle was towed to a dealership where the contact was informed that the fuel pump marginal had rusted and separated from the vehicle. The dealer repaired the vehicle at the expense of the contact. He called the manufacturer and was told that he would have to assume the repair costs. The failure mileage was 48,842. The current mileage was approximately 50,000. Updated 05/06/10. *lj the fuel pump module was severely corroded. Updated 07/27/10
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford f150 4x4. While driving 57 MPH the vehicle lost all power and shut off. The vehicle slowly cruised over to the side of the road and came to a complete stop. The check engine light illuminated stating low oil pressure. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that a diagnostic test showing codes p091 for the fuel rail pressure sensor which was replaced along with the fuel pump. The fuel pump control module corroded and the housing was cracked with a hole in it that also shorted out and caused the failure to occur. The dealer nor the manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 91,450.
On mon. March 1 of this year I went to my truck, a 2004 ford f-150 to go to work and it wouldn't start. I had it towed my local repair shop and was informed later that day that the "fuel pump control module", which is mounted on top of the gas tank, had corroded and shorted-out. This module is designed to regulate gas flow from the fuel pump and when it fails, it completely shuts down the pump...no gas means no go. I was then informed that ford motor co. Does not have any and that the part is on back-order until may!! After calling 9 different ford dealers and getting the same answer of "good luck in finding one as there has been a run on these in the northeast due to heavy salt use" it seems no-one has any. I know this was not a safety issue in my case but to tell customers to wait 2 months before they can get their truck back is insane. And if it happens while driving it could be a major problem. I just feel ford should have been better prepared for this ...2 month wait is unheard of.
The 'engine fuel control module' on my 2004 ford f-150 4x4 extended cab, 6 3/4ft bed, 5.4l 3v engine 4x4 has failed due to poor design. The module is located under the bed of the truck, and cracks when hit by pebbles that are inevitably kicked up. Water then gets into it and it fails causing the vehicle to stop and not run at all. Once the mechanic found out what the issue was, he then tried to order the part. The module is on national back order, 3 months I'll have to wait to receive it. This is my only source of transportation and I do not know what to do. I paid over $30.000 for this vehicle and now I cannot drive it because of a $77 part that I cannot get. Ford should be held responsible for this issue and the time that I will not be able to use it. If it is on 'national back order', then obviously there is a design issue and a recall should be issued. 3 months back order is not acceptable. Is ford motor co going to give me a ride to work, the doctors, etc while I wait for the part to come in? Something has to be done. Please do your best to look into this and find a solution. Thank you again for your time and consideration.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford f150 purchased new in 2004. He stated that there was a very strong fuel odor in the vehicle. An independent mechanic stated that there was a recall on his year, make and model for the same failures; however, his VIN was not included in the recall (the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v200000). The failure mileage was 95,000 and the current was 101,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford f150. She stated that when the vehicle was in operation she smelled a strong odor of fuel. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility; however, the mechanic could not identify the cause of the failure. She notified the manufacturer in reference to recall # 06e056000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, a representative stated that since the VIN number was excluded, she was ineligible for a free remedy. No repairs have been made. The current and failure mileages were 114,000.
Tl*the contact owns 2004 ford f350. The vehicle shut down without warning while driving 40 MPH. The vehicle was towed to a repair facility. The mechanic stated that the fuel injector control pressure sensor connector melted. The wires and the cps sensor were replaced. The fuel injector control module will also need to be replaced. The estimated cost for the repairs were $653.00. A report was filed with the manufacturer who stated that his VIN was not included in recall 05v270000 electrical system: wiring. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 8,005 and the current mileage was 14,589.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford f150. When the contact depressed the brake pedal, the vehicle would stall. The failure also occurred when turning the vehicle at less than 5 MPH. The rpms would drop to zero before the vehicle stalled and jerked as if it were attempting to proceed forward. The dealer could not duplicate the failures. The contact discovered that by placing a higher grade of fuel into the vehicle, the failures would temporarily cease for a few months. The failure mileage was 17,000 and current mileage was 103,000.
Cng regulator leaking compressed natural gas into engine compartment.
I have three ford and hadn't been notice about any recall on my ford f150 2004 and 2007.
F-150 - 2004 ford. Experiencing two mechanical issues. The most concerting is the fuel fumes/toxic smell that enters the cab. Secondary is engine knock. The vehicle's warranty expires in approx. 5k miles. Vehicle has been diagnosed and odor confirmed, however, no trouble code was given, therefore, ford dealership can't make repairs without approval of ford, who won't approve without valid trouble codes. The fumes are toxic and must be hazardous to the health of our family.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that the vehicle loses power while driving 45 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the shop three times within two years to replace the fuel pump. The vehicle operates normally for a few months, but will lose power and start surging shortly afterwards. The VIN was unavailable. The current mileage is 87,000 and failure mileage was 25,000.
Ford f-150 - 2004 v8 triton spark plug blew out. 68,086 miles. Ruptured fuel injector spray bar. $3,186.00 in damages.
Dt*: the contact stated there was a smell of gasoline which entered the home while the vehicle was parked in the garage. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where they were unable to determine the problem. The manufacturer was also notified. There was a the federal safety agency recall # 04v200000 which pertains to the gasoline tank assembly. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
2004 ford f-150 fx4 stalls while driving; it is as if the gas pedal no longer works. Had vehicle towed to dealership. They have had the vehicle for four days and state that they cannot find anything wrong with it. They state that the computer shows that it was run on "lean fuel", however it had a full tank of gas. Runs okay during test driving by dealership. However, stalling presents a safety concern. 8jb
1) my truck will still out when coasting to red lights or when idling. 2) when the truck stalls, I loose power steering and power breaks, yesterday it died out right on top of some railroad tracks and was giving me trouble trying to restart. It would say "low oil pressure" on start up, however that's because the RPM's weren't high enough to create enough oil pressure. It will then go into engine failsafe mode. 3) the ford dealership says I need a new throttle body and to reflash the PCM. However I have not been able to make the repairs yet because I can not afford them.
We have a ford f-150 2004 the truck is a little over a year old to us. The truck started cutting out when got hot. So we cared it up to the ford dealer for diagnostic where we was told that it was the fuel filter which was changed. Well the truck counties to have this problem. And each time it gets worse it is causing more trouble with the vehicle. And on top of that the seat belts lock up once the truck is cranked. We have taken it in and it never got better.
Dt: 2004 ford f150. The contact stated when turning on the air conditioner was unable to adjust it or turn it off. He stated none of the buttons worked for the air conditioner. This occurred for approximately 15 minutes. The air conditioner finally turned itself off when he turned his headlights on. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and they could not find anything wrong with the vehicle. This only happened the one time, on october 15, 2005. *ak updated 11/30/2005 - this problem occurred once more after oct 15 an hasn't been repaired. The sliding rear window does not work. The fuel gauge did not indicate the correct amount of fuel after the vehicle was filled up.
A chatter/ vibration in the rear- clutches in the rear were replaced. Check engine light came on- replaced the fuel vapor management system. Brake light on roof leaking- light was replaced. Roof of truck rusting- nothing done.
I have a 2004 f150 ext cab long bed 4x4 with less than 3/8 of a tank of gas my truck will not operate off road on hills and descents it starves for fuel cuts off and dies ii lose all power steering and brakes. I have the upgraded gas tank with 37.5 gal capacity. It even died on me on the interstate I-40 seven miles descent coming out of ashville. It nearly killed me losing controls of my vehicle. I thought I was going to have to hit one of the runoff sandtraps to stop my truck. It constantly leaves me stranded on jobsites just trying to park close to a house on a hill. The ford dealer (town and country charlotte nc) says my only cure is to keep more gas in it. I did not buy a 4x4 that I can not take off road purposely and would love to have it fixed. It is dangerous. I often drive as much as 80 miles at 13 mpg before the low fuel light ever comes on after it dies. When I fuel my truck when the light comes on I typically put 30 -31.5 gallons, that means at first failure on an incline I should have about 14 gallons of gas good for at least 100 miles. I work and hunt and camp out of my off road truck and it can not perform its duty with less than a 1/2 tank safely.
While the truck was parked at campsite, about midnight, consumer was awakened to find the truck on fire. Consumer and others at the campsite extinguished the fire. Had truck towed to an automobile clinic, and was informed the fire started from the fuel tank. Then, consumer received a recall notice for the same problem.
This will be the third time advising the federal safety agency and ford concerning the same problems stated before.those are the the rear end shuddering upon acceleration,the whining noise from the rear end, the automatic transmission slippage, the whining noise from the power steering unit and last but not least the brakes constant squealing.I have gone to three different ford service centers in three differeent states.ny,nj,nc.of all the dealerships svc centers mahwah ford in nj spent the most time investigating these problems.shultz ford ny and cella ford nc forget them (no help what so ever just a bunch of lame people with lame excuses)total visits 6 and nothing has been replaced even upon my insistance. I owned a 1998 f-150(best truck to date) I'm sorry that I traded it in for this 2004 bucket of bolts.
I purchased this vehicle aug. 31,2004. At approximately 700 miles the vehicle was returned to the dealer for vibration in the steering wheel and tires. After multiple attempts to repair the problem no solution has been found. I have been informed by the dealer that ford is aware of this problem and is working on it but at this the vehicle can not be repaired. The engine has a rough idle when hot, or sitting at a stop light, this roughness transfers to the transmission when driving. The dealer states ford will not allow repairs to be made for this problem at this time. I am very dissatisfied with this product and the manufacturers response.
The computer processor will not retain any information, causing the vehicle to shutdown completely. The consumer took vehicle to the dealer, and it remained there for 21 days while this problem was being repaired. The repairs were done and the consumer received the vehicle back, but the problem recurred. *ak the vehicle broke down while in motion. After the second time the fuel pump was replaced it broke down again.
While applying the brakes coming to a red light at an intersection, all power was lost and driver unable to stop vehicle and crashed into a dump truck. No airbags were deployed, all power was lost. Dealer checked vehicle and said that they could not find anything wrong with the vehicle. Very disturbing failure because the dealer could not find anything wrong with the vehicle to fix and that this could happen again at any time.
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