1999 Ford F-250 electrical problems

Filed Apr 25, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 300,000 miles · KY · fire · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-250. When the contact exited and returned to the vehicle, it made an abnormal sound when it was restarted. Suddenly, a fire erupted under the hood, which spread to the cabin of the vehicle. The driver fell and hurt her knee while attempting to exit the vehicle quickly. Medical treatment was required. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. There was extensive damage to the front end of the vehicle. The insurance company was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was notified. The dealer was not contacted. The cause of the failure was not determined. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 300,000.

Filed Feb 19, 2008 · Electrical · 97,000 miles · MN

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford f250. While driving 70 MPH, the lights blinked on and off on the instrument panel. The contact assumed that the failure was due to bare wires under the steering column. When the vehicle was running, the lights flickered on and off habitually when the steering was in use. The dealer stated that the failure was not a safety issue. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 124,000 and failure mileage was 97,000.

Filed Oct 19, 2007 · Electrical, Engine · OR

1999 ford f-250 with transmission problems. Consumer had this problem repaired. She was then informed that there was a tsb that she never knew about. Ford is refusing to reimburse her for the repairs. *kb the consumer stated the manufacturer was fully aware of the transmission problem, but failed to notify their customers. The problem was the fluid would overheat during severe duty and wear out the torque converter, which resulted in the radiator, cooler lines and hoses for the transmission to be replaced. The stabilizer bar link and battery were replaced.

Filed Apr 25, 2005 · Electrical · OR

1999 ford f250 experienced problems with the cigarette lighter.*mr when the lighter was hot it would pop out of it's chamber and onto the floor of the vehicle. The consumer was concerned that a fire would occur. The dealer was able to fix the problem.

Filed Mar 27, 2005 · Electrical · 140,000 miles · WY · fire

Last march of 2004 one of my employees was driving our companys truck 1999 ford f-250. When smoke rised from the hood and the truck burst into flames. His dog was trapped in the backseat and was passed out from smoke. Fortunately the dog was rescued by aaron m foster my son and employee who was driving the ford. We had liability insurance only and they wouldnt cover the truck, resulting in a complete loss.

Filed Oct 25, 2004 · Electrical · 15,000 miles · TN

When accelerating a spark plug blew out. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Oct 25, 2004 · Acceleration, Airbags · 61,000 miles · NY

Clock spring failed . As a result, horn and cruise control become inoperable.

Filed Sep 30, 2004 · Electrical · 78,000 miles · CO

Driving down the road, I heard this loud pop sound. Immediately following, were multiple popping sounds, so I pulled into the immediate parking lot on my right to take a look. Upon examining the engine, I discovered that the 3rd spark plug was blown out. Had to get a ride to napa to get more spark plugs. After several attempts at trying to replace it (being the mechanically inclined person that I am) I realize that I had a bigger problem on my hands. The threads are shot and will now have to have my vehicle towed to a nearby facility for repairs that are estimated between $1500 to $2000 (conservatively).

Filed Sep 14, 2004 · Electrical · CA

While driving 55 MPH a loud banging noise was heard from the front. Consumer pulled over, lifted up the hood, and noticed that a spark plug popped out of the socket. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the spark plugs became loose and separated. They needed to be replaced, but problem was not resolved. *ak the vehicle's engine had to be replaced because the threads holding the spark plugs were manufactured in the engine block. The treads wore due to engine vibration.

Filed Jul 27, 2004 · Electrical, Visibility · AZ · fire

The front windshield leaked which allowed water to enter the vehicle. The water leaked onto the fuse box which caused an electrical malfunction. As a result the vehicle caught on fire. Dealer was notified. *ak the vehicle was on ina fleet of vehicles.