2003 Ford F-250 SD fuel system problems

Filed Jul 10, 2019 · Fuel system · 49,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-250 sd. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the fuel tank was hanging down. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and saw that the fuel tank strap was fractured and the fuel gauge was damaged. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 49,000.

Filed Nov 11, 2018 · Fuel system · 113,000 miles · MO

The rear fuel tank strap failed while traveling on a state highway.

Filed May 14, 2015 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · FL

1 of the tank straps busted off and the tank began sagging and almost touching the ground, thus causing a severe fire hazard.

Filed Nov 5, 2014 · Fuel system · 89,919 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-250 sd. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that the transmission had to be shifted into neutral and then to drive before the vehicle would resume normal function. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician diagnosed that the fuel pump relay box needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 89,919.

Filed Oct 31, 2012 · Fuel system · 140,000 miles · FL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f250 sd. The contact stated that while driving up an incline approximately 45 MPH, there was a sudden reduction in the engine power and then stalled. The vehicle restarted after numerous attempts. A chemical burning odor emitted outside of the vehicle. The failure occurred sporadically and whenever the fuel tank level registered quarter of a tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the fuel tank lining was severely damaged and the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Oct 15, 2012 · Fuel system · 125,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-250 sd. The contact stated that while performing an oil change, he noticed that the frame was rusted severely.the contact performed a thorough inspection of the vehicle and also discovered that the fuel tank straps were severely rusted. The front strap was completely detached from the vehicle and the second strap was partially hanging from the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 125,000.

Filed Jun 6, 2012 · Fuel system · 62,400 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-250 super duty. The contact was traveling 80 MPH when the smell of fuel emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic. The mechanic confirmed that the steel fuel line was corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 62,400 and the current mileage was 70,780.

Filed May 20, 2011 · Fuel system · 83,185 miles · AZ

2003 ford f250 super duty 4 door 4x4 with 6.0 turbo diesel we have had problems with the injection system consisting of our having to replace some injectors, glow plugs, and finally now the ficm (fuel injection control module) and the #8 fuel injector . The vehicle runs sluggish, hesitant, miss firing, severe vibration. We had a diagnostic test done and received an estimate for $1878.00 to fix the issue. I have seen a lot of talk on the internet about this issue havinga recall but when I contacted my dealer they said there were no current open recalls for this vehicle. Please investigate.

Filed Jul 23, 2010 · Engine, Fuel system · 84,687 miles · CA

Ford 2003 f250 spark plug ejected cylinder #7 triton 5.4l occurred twice. First repair (heli-coil insert) failed.

Filed Jul 10, 2009 · Fuel system · 97,000 miles · TX

I have a 2003 ford f250 w 7.3 diesel. Last year it broke down,just quit, finally started, need a new in tank pump, was told by ford dealer it had ?!@#$% in the tank, spent $1000. 2 weeks ago it start messing up again. Ford said it needed a new computer,3 days after repaired it started bucking again.ford could not find anything. After making several inquires, I find ford has a serious problem with the coating coming off inside the fuel tank and wreaking pumps, filters injectors etc. Also they are refusing to do anything. Since this can be very dangerous, quitting at any time, I hope the federal safety agency will make ford fix this problem or advise where to join a class action suit, since im tired og spending money and not able to finally fix this problem and depend on my truck.