I parked my truck, turned off the ignition and removed the key at 7:00am. At 8:03 am I heard what sounded like an explosion. I ran to the front of the house and my 2001 ford f350 was on fire! The entire engine area was engulfed in flames. Using two garden hoses until the fire department arrived, I was able to contain the majority of the damage to the engine area. There weren't any prior issues to signify that there was something wrong with the engine. I routinely brought my vehicle in for it's scheduled maintenance. I never received a recall notice about the defective cruise control switch that was installed in a group of ford trucks, of which my truck was part of.
2001 Ford F-350 SD engine complaints
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Oil pan rusting from inside to outside.
1.events - taking a trip from wasilla, ak to fairbanks, ak (300 mile trip) temp started at 28 deg at wasilla -47 in fairbanks. After about 150 miles the truck stutter a few times after about 200 miles the truck died. Would not start nothing. Waited for about 20 min (in -27deg weather) then the truck started up and I got about another 25 miles now it was about -32 someone pulled over to let my kids keep warm three girls ages 2, 4, 6 and let me take warm up brakes in there car while I tried to find out what was failing. I had a code reader with me. It showed no codes. Then some guy pulled over he was driving a ford as well. But he carried a extra c.p.s. With him and the tools. 2.failure and consequences- the failure was a cps in the 2001 f-350 7.3 the consequences were not that bad only because of 2 very nice people that helped me. But think about it --32 deg and gettint colder it could have been 4 deaths. Replaced the cps from a guy that warned me to keep one in the glove box at all times.
My cam position sensor on the diesel engine went bad for the third time. Mileage is 90,000. Last time I lost steering and brakes while pulling a trailer and was almost rear ended by cars coming onto the freeway on ramp. This time it was going down a hill and I gained speed and almost lost the truck over a corner before coming to a flat area. Im afraid to drive this truck now and its not fair considering what I paid for it. Almost every diesel owner I know has had at least one cps failure. I came to rest up against some tree limbs and have scratched paint---it could have been much worse. *tr see also 10153677. *dsy.
I have several complaints with my truck....all of which were potential safety risk. First was the transmission failure mine and my dad's ,both failed at similar times at identical trucks. -after ford gave us the run around we took the trucks to a repair shop and had transmissions fixed.....note that the failure of the coast clutch in transmissions prevented the trucks from engine breaking. This was particularly serious when towing, which was what this truck was made for. My dad found out the transmission failed on his way down a mountain pass in colorado pulling a 11,000 pound fifth wheel. The next complaint was regarding the cam position sensor, which failed faster than can replaced. The next complaint was about the brake system. I have dealt with dealerships time and time again to try to resolve the problem, and they couldn't do it, so I fixed it myself! The problem was a severe pull to the left when applying brakes, that progressed to a severe pull and shimmy. .again, ford couldn't fix it, I did. All of these were trend items. I highly recommend researching www.dieselstop.com and brians truck shop. Either one of these sources can accurately reflect the failures in these parts on these trucks----the reason ford didn't get many complaints-----they cant/wont fix it until someone died. *ak!
2001 ford f350 super duty 7.3 diesel truck. Engine stalls with out warning, resulting in lost of steering, and braking control. Occurs frequently.
The cps on my f-350 ford has gone out now two different times. This is a part that shouldn't be failing all the time. Both times I was towing trailers and had a hard time getting the truck to stop when the engine turned off.
Cps- cam position sensor failures. 2001 f350 7.3 powerstroke. While driving thru a construction zone on I-40 westbound, truck just died. Luckily I was able to get off the road with out being run over by extremely heavy traffic. Truck was towed to ford dealer and the technician said truck died to cps failure. 02/2005. Cps failure again,04/18/2007 but thank god this time it was in the intel parking lot. I had truck towed home. 107 dollars for cps. Replaced cps and truck is once again running fine. Ford corporation is fully aware of this problem with this sensor and will do nothing about it. This is a extremely dangerous problem that could have ended tragically for me.
My ford f-350 diesel just had the cam position sensor go out for the third time! I was heading down hill and lost power steering and partial brakes. I was towing a small trailer that had electric brakes and used those to stop us or we probably would have all died. Almost all the diesel owners I know have had these cps's go bad. How can ford get away with this? Im afraid to drive the truck again. *jb see also 10191279.
Spark plug blown out from threaded position in engine head while engine running due to product defect. Spark plug and spark coil pack left "floating" in engine compartment creates a very dangerous engine compartment fire condition as vacated and open spark plug hole being injected with combustible(gas) is susceptible to engine compartment and spark plug coil pack still producing spark. When ford was contacted contacted they indicated this was a known product defect and driving the vehicle was dangerous as a result. They indicated they are well aware of this situation and it's frequency of occurrence. There is a class action lawsuits pending in (ca.) on this very same issue. My vehicle was towed to dealership, ford autoserve, tilton nh 03276, for repair. Repair costs were not covered by ford. Regional ford rep contacted for followup, but he never returned requested phone call to discuss safety concerns and repair costs. Ford repair invoice #[xxx] customer #[xxx] vehicle 2001 ford f350 super duty. V8 VIN[xxx]. *nm updated 07/11/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
(1) on 13 dec 06 truck (approximately 57000 miles on vehicle) quit running on main artery, no leading symptoms (2) had truck serviced at black forest auto center (local) and replace cps- cam positioning sensor (3) truck runs fine...this is the second.
Without warning the engine, while running, will blow a spark plug out of the cylinder head. After the spark plug is blown out of the head the truck is not drivable. This is the second time that the truck has done this. Without extended insurance the cost would have been approx. $5,000 vs. $100 deductible.
High pressure oil pump spraying oil all over the road until vehicle quit running. First time was around 10,000 miles- they put and o-ring in this time and with in another 10,000 miles it did it again- this time they replaced the pump and it lasted until vehicle had 36,000 miles and it did it again - they replaced the o-rings again and this time it made it till it had 68,000 miles and it dumped about 15 quarts of oil on the road again. This time the oil pump blew apart. This is 4 times this vehicle has done the same thing. This oil pump is what makes the fuel go to the cylinders and keeping the engine running, no oil pressure and the engine shuts down in the middle of the road without warning. I have mechanized for 20 years with ups and have a knowledge of engines and how they work. The issue with this vehicle is that it dumps or sprays oil all over the road and all under the vehicle which could cause the vehicle itself or someone following to wreck in the oil , or someone run into the back of the vehicle when it quits. Four times with the same problem and ford would not help with the cost of repairs the last time. This is a pre-existing problem that never has been fixed the first time in the shop. This high pressure oil pump is what makes the fuel injectors operate. No oil pressure and the injectors will not operate and the engine quits without warning. I have had the oil all under the vehicle and all over the rear tires. I also mentioned to the dealer after the 3rd time that if a motorcycle got behind me that he would have problems controlling his ride. I caught the pump leaking before it quit that one time. Four times with 68,000 miles is not a safe record with putting about 3 gallons of oil on the road each time this happens. Also consider the environmental effects of dumping oil everywhere.
2001 ford f350 7.3 diesel. Truck stalls without warning causing loss of power, power steering and brakes. Has happened 3 times in last 7 days. I lost control of truck and hit a curb from stall. Read on internet to replace cam sensor. I replaced sensor on 10/6/06
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled at various speeds without warning. The vehicle restarted and was taken to the dealership who was unable to duplicate the problem.
Cps failure on a ford diesel.
My f-350 super duty diesel suddenly shut down while driving during rush hour without any warning, losing total power: power steering and brakes. Not being able to move it due to traffic and since it wouldn't start police were notified so that an accident would not occur. Eventually it was towed to a near by parking lot and then towed directly to the dealer where they notified me that my cam sensor was bad and needed to be replaced. Not thinking much of it a few days later someone told me that they are known for going bad and I had better keep one in my glove box as a spare or I might find myself stranded again. This concerns me since my wife sometimes drives it and we have 3 children, not to mention that it cost me $420.00.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 MPH the vehicle engine failed without warning. The vehicle was towed to dealer; upon inspection the cam shaft sensor was replaced. The manufacturer was alerted.
I own a 2001 ford f-350 7.3 liter diesel truck. Last month I was pulling a trailer in heavy traffic when my engine died. I lost brakes and steering. It was all I could do to fight the wheel over to the right and I used my electric trailer brakes to pull me down. We were almost hit by many cars. After being towed, we found that it was a bad cam position sensor, or cps. I have since spoken to other ford owners and many of them have had similar experiences. This is scary! I am now afraid to drive the truck, especially to pull a load. What can be done? Thanks. *jb see also 10191279.
The cps on the vehicle failed three times. Two of the three failures left me stranded for over two hours while waiting for ford roadside assistance to recover the vehicle. The frequency of the problem has caused me to now carry a spare cps in my glovebox in the event of a future failure.
I have a 2001 ford f-350 with the 7.3 diesel motor. I have replaced the cam sensor in it twice and there are many people on the internet upset about this. When the cam sensor fail the truck shuts down which causes loss of power steering, power brakes, and all control of the truck and there is no way to tell when it is going to fail. For has no recalls on this sensor and has had many problems with it and nothing is being done. If this problem is not fixed then its is going to kill someone if it hasn't already. I tow a 3-car hauler with this truck, it's really dangerous when the engine shut down with no warning. Sometimes the engine may be restarted and other time I had to wait 45 minutes.
Spark plug blew off ford f-350.
Ford power stroke diesel cam position sensor failure leading to loss of steering, brakes and control of vehicle. Sensor can fail without warning at any time and leave vehicle inoperable in travel portions of highway. I was towing 9,500 lb at that time. The trailer brakes saved the day. I had a spare cam position sensor on hand and made the repair on the side of the highway. It's the third cam position sensor on the vehicle now.
Dt: the vehicle is a 2001 ford f350 super duty sld. The transmission failed. The consumer had been experiencing problems for about a month and gradually it became worse. The transmission was the only know problem with the vehicle. When the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership, they told him that it has slipping between and gear. The transmission was not fixed at that time. Now it will not go into reverse and it is leaking oil.
Spark plugs blew out? Truck is now sitting at the ford dealership. I have only owned this truck for 8 months and have never heard of anything like this happening on any vehicle prior to this.
Dt: while driving on the highway vehicle completely shut down because cam shaft sensor failed. Cam shaft sensor wore out before all the other things became defective and it killed the engine. Contacted ford, they said this did happen, and the only thing they do was replace the sensor.
This truck has had 4 transmissions, and a new motor along with many repairs.
Consumer complained about an engine block heater problem. The block heater cord caught on fire, burning the entire engine department. Also, it caught the fifth wheel trailer which the truck was parked underneath. *ak
Engine failure in december of 2003 ford covered motor under warranty.transmission failure in feb of 2004. My truck has 37,700 miles on it and ford offered to pay for parts but not labor. I was told I should have bought the extended warranty, which tells me ford only stands behind their vehicles for 36,000 miles. I am very dissapointed.I have found many other ford vehicles same make, model and year with transmission failure. I do not feel I should have to pay for any of the repairs. My vehicle is is stilll under the 3 years and just over the mileage.
I have a 2001 f-350 super duty with 58,000 miles. Approximately 3 weeks ago I noticed a 2-3 in oil leak under the truck. As I investigated the problem more it was noted the the oil was leaking down the back of the motor coming from the top of the motor. I traced the leak to the valley of the motor where I found a pooling of oil. I cleaned the oil up in order to try and trace where the leak was coming from. It was found to be pooling in a couple of places, around the h.p.o.p and the turbo pedistal, once the valley fills with oil it trickles down the back of the motor. Since the truck is still under it's 100,000 mile warranty I dropped the truck off january 9,2004 for an early am january 10,2004 appt. By 10am I received a phone call stating the truck was "fixed" and ready for pick-up. They said the problem was the o-rings in the h.p.o.p and they were replaced. When I picked the truck up the afternoon of the 10th and got it home I looked in the valley of the engine and found it was still full of oil. I then proceed to clean up the excess oil and see if it was leaking anymore. I'm not sure how the dealer was able to tell it wasn't leaking anymore when they left all of that oil sitting there, but I took there word. On january 11,2003 I drove the truck 35 miles and checked the top of the engine again, and low and behold there was oil pooling in the valley again. Since january 11,2003 was a saturday I was only able to contact voicemail at the dealership. I am now awaiting a phone call monday morning from the dealership as well as researching the magnuson-moss warranty act for my own protection. Ford is well aware of this problem and still chooses to do nothing about the problem. I am also well aware of many other people with the same problem and will encourage them to fill this complaint form out.
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