1990 Ford F-250: fuel pump failure

Filed Dec 30, 2011 · Fuel system · 116,105 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1990 ford f-250. The contact stated that a days after switching one of the fuel tanks, fuel started to spew out of the filler neck. The contact stated that once the cap was release and the engine was turned off, the fuel spill could be stopped. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the return valve was stuck between the tanks, which caused fuel to enter the second tank and overflow. As a result the fuel pump failure, the jumper and the roll-over valves needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 93v125000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly). The vehicle was repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 116,105.

Filed Jan 23, 2008 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1990 ford f250. While driving 45 MPH, the fuel pump failed. The contact smelled gas and noticed a gas leak. He bought a new fuel pump and replaced the bodies; however, the failure recurred. The rear fuel tank shut down and the front tank did not register on the fuel gauge. The contact purchased and installed new fuel lines, but the failure recurred. He bought new fuel lines again, but the failure continued. The dealer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 93v125000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly). He went to a few dealers and was informed that he did not fall within the time frame for the recall. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 160,000 and failure mileage was 130,000.

Filed Mar 7, 2005 · Fuel system · 61,067 miles · WA

Consumer concerned about recall on 1990 ford f250 fuel tank. *bf the vehicle's front tank pushed fuel to the rear tank which caused it to overflow. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair facility who found recall 93s68 which referenced that failure. The consumer never received a recall notice from the manufacturer. The consumer contacted the manufacturer who informed him that he was over the mileage and time allotted for the recall. The independent dealer replaced the faulty check valve, regulator and fuel pump but this did not correct the overflow condition.

Filed Jan 13, 2005 · Fuel system · WA

The truck front fuel tank filled the rear tank and caused it to over flow. *bf the consumer indicated that he never received the recall notice for the fuel tank check valve problem. The dealer replaced the recalled component but the failure recurred. The dealer also replaced the fuel pump, return line check valve but the fuel leakage continued.

Filed Aug 31, 2004 · Fuel system · 198,200 miles · MI

Reference the federal safety agency campaign # 93v125000 recall # 93s68. (1) the vehicle had been driven about one hour - while parking in front of the house on the street, I noticed a strong smell of gasoline. I was running on the back tank and quickly switched to the front tank. After shutting off the ignition and exiting vehicle I saw gasoline spilling out of the front tank from under the cap (still on). This continued for some 5-10 seconds and then stopped. When I loosened the cap, the flow of gasoline restarted - and stopped again when cap was tightened back down. (2) thankfully, the failure did not result in fire or loss of property - only fuel loss and personal anxiety and expense. (3) web research revealed the above recall and when speaking to a fmc representative at the hotline I was advised that this vehicle had received the recall repair. I was also advised that the warranty period had expired dec.31, 2001 and I would be responsible for any repairs. When presented to the dealership for repairs, I was advise that the fuel pump valve repairs would be my responsibilty and not covered by fmc. Why does the recall repair fail? And why does the consumer have to foot the bill?

Filed Jul 11, 2003 · Fuel system · 90,000 miles · MN

Fuel pump motor continued to run, after the engine was shut off. The consumer disconnected battery. Apple ford replaced the relay part but claimed the part was not covered by recall. *ak *cb

Filed Feb 4, 2000 · Fuel system · IL

A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump is causing a portion of unused fuel to go to one tank, resulting in a fuel leakage. Also, received the federal safety agency recall 93v125000/ dealer recall 93s68 in reference to the same problem. Dealer refused to correct the problem. Owner paid for repairs. *ak

Filed Mar 11, 1997 · Fuel system · NJ

There is a malfunction in the fuel pump, causing fuel in one tank to flow into the second tank, resulting in fuel spillage.

Filed Sep 10, 1996 · Fuel system · AZ

While driving experienced fuel pump failure, becomes inoperative and causes engine stalling.

Filed Aug 9, 1996 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA

During operation with the cruise control on, there was a sudden acceleration from 70 MPH to 90 MPH. Had to turn ignition off in order to stop vehicle. Problem has occurred 3x.*ak cruise control would not disengage. Dealer replaced map sensor due to rough shift in transmission, passing gear sticks, transmission vibrates going into gear, housing seal and speed sensor replaced. Popping noise in right front caused by tire wear(no specific tire information). Brake hose was cut. Fuel pump runs constantly, dealer replaced fuel pump relay. Shocks failed.