When refilling gas tank, gas spills and runs down along gas tank during last 1 gallon of fuel. To remedy the problem, I stopped completely filling up the gas tank. This problem began after 8 years of use and about 100,000 miles.
1997 Ford Ranger fuel system complaints
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So many fuel spills under the vehicle when filling the tank.
Fuel line severely cracked above gas tank. Openings were directly above tank, only visible with the bed removed. Strong gas odor after driving or during refill were the only indications of problem.
On jan 5, 2006 while re-fueling my 1997 ford range at macdill air force base a lady on the next fuel pump told me that I was leaking something from under my vehicle. I stopped pumping fuel to see what is was but the leek stop. I then continue to refuel my vehicle and the leek started once again in large quanities. After refueling I went to the service center at macdill air force and got the vehicle inspected. The service person told me that fuel filler line to the gas tank had multiple cracks and needed to be replaced.
1997 ford ranger reeks fuel during filling at pump. Stops when filling stops. Checked fuel fill line and tank, found large crack in fill line above hose clamp. Tank and line have never been removed before. This type of hose shouldn't be splitting. Contacted several auto stores only available at dealer. Cost $200+ in my area.
I have been smelling gas from between the cab and bed of the truck, a 1997 ford ranger 2.3l. I pulled the bed off the frame and found the gas filler neck split at both the top and bottom at the hose clamps. The splits are severe enough to cause gas to leak from the fuel tank as well as fumes. This is a dangerous situation and should be addressed by the manufacturer.
Safety defect: the gasoline refill hose to the gas tank is cracked at both ends. Recently, I totally filled the gas tank, and gasoline spilled under the hot vehicle and catalytic converter. I discovered that 3 cracks in the refuel hose caused the spill. My truck is a 1997 ford ranger; however, even after 8 years this hose should not have such large cracks. My ford ranger is typical, and I would suspect that others have this same defect but perhaps in a more moderate way. I visually inspected the cracks at both ends and they are located at the connection point to the gas tank and the external gas input port. Note: the gasoline spill stopped after refueling and after the gasoline inside the hose had spilled to the ground. I have not yet replaced the hose.
I thought I could smell gas for about 6 weeks. Last week while putting gas in my 1997 ford ranger pick up some one told me I was spilling gas on the ground. The gas tank filler hose was cracked at the tank and gas was spilling out. It was a rotten hose. I still have it.
While fueling vehicle at the gas station the driver noticed at a full tank the gasoline leaked from the filler neck onto the ground. Took vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic deetermined that the tank needed to be replaced.
While driving at any speed consumer smelled gasoline coming from the rear. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to a body shop for inspection. Mechanic determined that the fuel filler hose needed to be replaced.
1) the vehicle is a 1997 ford ranger xlt extended cab pickup. A couple of years ago my wife complained about smelling gasoline when she filled the vehicle with gasoline. On more than one occasion gasoline was observed dripping from the area under the fuel tank after the vehicle was filled with gasoline. This would have been in the 2001-2002 time frame. *ak 2) in late april of this year 2004, the check engine warning dashboard warning light came on, and I had the computer code checked to determine if I could make the repairs myself. The problem was the fuel filter, and when I replaced it I noticed a great deal of dirt and debris coming from the inlet side of the filter. This indicated to me that the fuel tank was probably contaminated, and I removed the tank saturday, may 15, to clean the tank. Prior to reinstalling the tank, I examined the gasoline filler tube, and found three cracks in the vapor recovery tube that vents gasoline vapors to the filling station vapor recovery system. One of these cracks was quite large, and showed indications of gasoline leaking from this crack. Not only was the crack the source of the gasoline that leaked from the system, it was also the entry point for the debris and moisture I found in the tank. In addition, the gasoline that ran from the crack in the recovery tube accumulated in a plastic skid plate that is located under the tank. 3) I of course replace the tube assembly, at a cost of $262.29. I contacted ford motor company about the problem and for reimbursement for the replacement parts. They didn't seem to be the least bit interest in the problem and refused to compensate the expenses. I have retained the old part, and have several photos of the defect.
The location and connection of the factory alarm system caused the relay switch under the dash to overheat and the battery drained even when the vehicle was turned off.*jb electrical system on 1997 ford ranger is malfunctioning. Abs system lights illuminates when the emergency brake is engaged. The fuel gauge is inoperative, relays under the dashboard started heating up. Consumer concered that air bags may fail if vehicle is involved in an accident.
The gas filler hose cracked which caused gasoline to leak onto the exhaust pipe and the ground. *ak *ts
Faulty fuel tank vent hose. When filling up the gas tank and the pump kicks off when full, gas pours onto pavement below. I pulled the part off the vehicle and found the hose was cracked all the way around. This part is all one unit with the fill line and it costs a whopping $247 to buy the part. I asked autoway ford in st, petersburg florida if they would pay for it but since it's not under recall they said they could not. We purchased one from gator ford that same day. I noticed your site shows eight other complaints concerning this faulty hose. I would venture to guess there are plenty more potential fires lurking under other ford rangers. We have the old part on hand if any body wants to inspect it.
1997 ford ranger xlt extended cab. When I applied my brakes, instead of stopping at this "t" hwy intersection, I ran past it, and hit a 12" diameter tree head on. Ice on the road. I was wearing my seat belt. Neither the driver's side nor the passenger side air bags deployed. The indentation on the front bumper was over two feet deep. My head and right side of my body smashed against the steering wheel, and my I broke my left collar bone, fractured and bruised several ribs on my right side, broke my right foot heel bone, cut my nose, plus numerous other minor cuts, bruises and abrasions. After about 45 seconds, a huge ball of fire erupted from under the crumpled hood. I felt the sudden heat on my face, since the windshield was gone and there was a huge gap between the hood and the trucks body. A lady, an angel of god really, helped me out of the truck and into the back seat of her car. She drove about 100 yards to wait for the ambulance to arrive. Before we came to a stop, I heard the two front tires of my truck blow up. All I could see was a ball of fire burning about 20 feet high. Two things seem technically wrong: the air bags didn't deploy, and the fuel pump must have kept pumping fuel, for the fire to spread so rapidly and burn the front of the truck so very completely. This would seem to indicate the possible failure of the air bag crash sensors and the fuel pump safety cutoff switch. My tires were one month old michelins, so they weren't a factor. The truck was in excellent shape and it was carefully maintained and garaged. Everything worked on it and no malfunction indicator lights of any kind were on prior to the accident. I have very good maintenance records on it. I contacted ford by telephone and via e-mail, to let them know of what I thought could be a potential component defect affecting others also. I also contacted their legal office via phone, and they never returned my call.
After filling up gas tank, fuel will leak out while driving. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.*ak the fuel leak was due to fuel filler pipe failure.
There is a constant fuel leakage under the vehicle. Will notify the dealership.
When filling gas tank gas will spill out.
When filling up gas tank consumer noticed gas leaking onto the ground. Cause unknown. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide any further information.
Fuel is leaking from top of gas tank, replaced the fuel pump, fuel pump electric (in tank) and asy fuel tank.
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Consumer was traveling about 50mph on highway, and engine check light came on. Vehicle shut off without prior warning. Consumer had vehicle repaired for a fuel injector.
Engine died while aproaching the intersection, due to the intake manifold malfunctioning and letting air get into the engine. Vehicle was hit in the intersection by another vehicle. Dealer replaced intake manifold gasket.
When gas tank is full, a leak is present at the hose that leads to the tank. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Fuel tank filler assembly failed, large quantities of gas leaked when tank filled, $227 for repair, $194 for car rental waiting for parts
Fumes entered interior of vehicle when tank was filled. Dealer's comments leaky and rusty fuel tank. Problem reoccurred 7-11-97.
While driving can smell gasoline in interior of truck, cab area, owner suspects leak in fuel injector, checked by dealer, found no leaks. *ak dealer replaced gas tank filler neck.
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