Ford Ranger fuel leak problems

Filed Jun 15, 2024 · Engine, Fuel system · TN

The critical level of FUEL DILUTION (Fuel% = 5.5) in the motor oil of this vehicle's 2.3L EcoBoost engine poses a Safety Hazard due to its system's Fuel Leaks and Fire Danger probability existing since the vehicle purchase. I am concerned for the safety of everyone because this vehicle has been evaluated to be a Fire Hazard with 104.5C via ASTM D93 Closed Cup Flash Point. The Motorcraft's Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is listed as >185C. Ford Motor Company (FMC) inspected the vehicle numerous times but safety issues remain. For this reason, I took it out of service and parked at my residence until this problem would be resolved entirely in according with the law. The vehicle mustn't be driven on its power.

Filed Dec 29, 2022 · Body · 55,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the undercarriage was rusted. The contact stated that the fuel tank brackets had detached from the subframe. The vehicle was leaking fuel. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The mechanic suggested that the subframe be rebuilt. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

Filed Dec 31, 2020 · Transmission · 5,000 miles · MI

After approximately each 500 miles the oil level rises to, and then above, the safe maximum fill marker on the dipstick. The oil smells strongly of fuel. Driving includes short commutes in residential areas (ca 20 miles) and longer road trips (ca 400 miles) the rising oil level appears to be the result of fuel leaking into the system/crank case. Over 4,600 miles (of 9,000 total) the truck has had multiple oil changes due to this issue, but without resolution; fuel smell and rising oil level continue. Services, including oil changes each time follow: 23 june 2020 (4,396 miles) 28 july 2020 (4,806 miles) 8 september 2020 (5,436 miles) 26 october 2020 (7,238 miles; high oil level and fuel vapor valve failure, w/ error code for latter) 28 december 2020 (9,052 miles) the ford dealership has acknowledged that the problem is persistent and they have not been able to fix the matter because the vehicle is not showing an electronic error code and ford has not issued a technical service bulletin.

Filed Jan 20, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · AL · 1 injury

Nano and micro particulates/contaminants have been sprayed from an airliner and caused severe damage to my body and my vehicle; it includes flakes, tubules and highly reflective particles and metals. The vehicle has stalled and lost two gears as a result. It has a gas leaking issue caused by the technology. I have had to go to the emergency room. My vehicle has been contaminated, damaged and sabataged as well as my family members vehicles, persons and property. It's occuring on and off highway. It's happening to other vehicles as well. Oil and battery interior and exteriors as well as bodily harm, risk and injury. The tech and particulates are highly dangerous and destructive. [xxx] is the offending party that caused it to happen with the federal agencies. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Dec 7, 2019 · Fuel system · 1,860 miles · TX

Extreme fuel dilution in the oil. Likely from leaking high pressure fuel pump. I have attached the results from oil analysis at 1860 miles. The test only indicates that fuel dilution is above 5%, which itself leads to severe oil degradation. When I changed the oil, I drained 7.5 quarts out of an engine with a 6.2 quart capacity. This would indicate a 21% fuel dilution, not including fuel that has evaporated from the crankcase and returned to the combustion chamber via the pcv system. If I abided by the manual's recommended oil change interval, I have little doubt the engine would eventually catch fire, based on the results of several tests comparing fuel dilution to an oil's flashpoint. After changing the oil, it smelled fine for the first 20 miles or so. After that, the oil began to feel of gasoline again. After going through ford's service manuals, I have ascertained that the problem must lie in the high pressure fuel pump. It runs off the camshaft, where leaking fuel could then make it into the engine and mix with oil. There would be no warning or indication, besides rising oil levels accompanied by the smell of gasoline in the oil. It does not make me happy that my dealer is not taking this issue seriously, especially because a fuel leak of any kind always has the potential to lead to a fire or explosion in the hot engine bay. I paid over $40k for this truck, and should not have to change the oil every 500 miles to keep it from self destructing. Thank you for your help in the resolution of this issue. I don't feel safe driving my family in this vehicle, and ford has repeatedly chosen not to address the issue. I first detected the issue on october 20th, but I have no doubt that it has been going on since the truck rolled off the assembly line. I purchased the vehicle on august 30th of this year.

Filed Sep 21, 2019 · Fuel system, Suspension · TN

Frame is very rusted and big holes in the frame. I think there is a gas leak as well but the frame is very bad.

Filed Jul 12, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 275,000 miles · FL

When vehicle is either stationary or in motion the passenger head lamp melts, something is causing that one light to over heat and has melted the entire head unit. I have very little visibility with head lamps on. Battery is constantly corroded, no mattet how much I clean it. Ac/defrost does not work. Right blinker does not stay on, shuts off with the slightest movement of steering wheel. Gauges do not function properly nor do the light indicators. Check engine line comes on after exceeding 30mph and when I have it checked it's only the o2 sensor. Truck gets hot but does not over heat and all fluids are topped off. When in motion I can smell the exhaust and can feel the heat from the engine coming through the gear shift manifold. At times does not want to shift in reverse. Passenger side door does not shut properly, I believe it was wrecked and the door was point of impact. I bought the truck from previous owner for $1,100 and he was unable to tell me anything regarding the vehicle except that it didnt have a spare or owner manual. My fuel is leaking and I can't seem to find the point of escape. I've already had to replace the starter and solenoid twice because it would not start. After replacing those items it still wouldn't start until I had pulled by a u-haul and I had to pop the clutch to get it to start. I have bought over 6 head lamps in two weeks alone. I work at night and im constantly getting pulled over; so I explain to the officers what's happening. I have had the truck since february and didnt know what to do until I talked to a mechanic. The tailgate does not open and I had to tie my muffler up because it came detached from the frame and drags the ground. I can't afford to buy another vehicle and I dont know what to do.

Filed Jul 15, 2016 · Fuel system · 123,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 1994 ford ranger. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact observed from the front driver mirror side a trail. In addition, there was fuel leaking from the vehicle. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle, where it was determined that there was a crack in the fuel line. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 94v111001 (fuel system/gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 123,000.

Filed Mar 13, 2016 · Fuel system · 35,000 miles · KS

Nylon fuel line rubbed against metal return line to create a hole and very large fuel leak due to high pressure. The close contact between the nylon and metal tubes appears to be a design error. We live in a rural area with sandy roads that act as an abrasive.

Filed Jun 22, 2015 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · KS

Leaking gas from fuel pump fuel pump has big crack in plastic where fuel line comes out