Ford F-250 Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 123 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Ford F-250 across 19 model years. The 1999 model year has the most (29). The words owners use most often: “fuel tank” (34% of reports).
- 123fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 4mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 8related recalls
- 52%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel tank: mentioned in 42 of 123 complaints (34%)
- Gasoline storage: mentioned in 8 of 123 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 77 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 123 complaints, 4 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 1 an injury.
Ford F-250 fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 F-250 | 1 | 1% | 77,000 |
| 2012 F-250 | 2 | 1% | 51,022 |
| 2011 F-250 | 3 | 1% | 82,000 |
| 2010 F-250 | 2 | 3% | 89,200 |
| 2009 F-250 | 2 | 4% | 78,329 |
| 2008 F-250 | 1 | 1% | 40,000 |
| 2007 F-250 | 1 | 2% | 45,000 |
| 2006 F-250 | 5 | 2% | 120,000 |
| 2005 F-250 | 5 | 3% | 105,000 |
| 2004 F-250 | 6 | 4% | 66,900 |
| 2003 F-250 | 5 | 4% | 56,000 |
| 2002 F-250 | 4 | 3% | 108,000 |
| 2001 F-250 | 3 | 1% | 45,000 |
| 2000 F-250 | 5 | 2% | 155,000 |
| 1999 F-250 | 29 | 5% | 187,500 |
| 1998 F-250 | 4 | 7% | 110,393 |
| 1997 F-250 | 24 | 8% | 114,967 |
| 1996 F-250 | 9 | 5% | 106,338 |
| 1995 F-250 | 12 | 7% | 166,666 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (8)
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Model years: 1997, 1998, 1999
Problem: Ford is recalling certain 1997 through 2003 model year ford f-150, 2004 model year ford f-150 heritage, 1997 through 1999 model year f-250 less than 8,500 lbs. Gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), and 2002 and 2003 lincoln blackwood vehicles manufactured from june 20, 1995, through august 4, 2004, originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Prolonged exposure to road deicing chemicals may cause severe corrosion of the fuel tank straps which secure the tank to the vehicle.
Risk: As a result of the corrosion, one or both straps may fail allowing the fuel lines to separate from the tank, or in some cases, causing the tank to contact the ground. Either scenario may result in a fuel leak presenting a fire hazard.
Fix: Ford will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicles to a ford or lincoln dealer to have the fuel tank straps replaced with straps that have increased corrosion protection. Early in this campaign, if replacement straps are not available, dealers may install a cable support under the strap as an interim repair or a steel reinforcement over the existing strap as a permanent repair. Any repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 11s21
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery
Model years: 2008
Problem: Ford is recalling 64,754 my 2008 f-250 and f-350 single rear wheel, 4x4, 156 inch wheel base pick up trucks equipped with a two piece drive shaft for failing to conform to the fuel spillage requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." during a 30 mph frontal impact into a rigid barrier, the fuel tank can move forward and contact a frame cross member, potentially causing damage to the fuel delivery module which can result in fuel spillage.
Risk: Fuel spillage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a bracket on the affected vehicles free of charge. The recall began on may 23, 2008. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 1997
Problem: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks manufactured at the kansas city or norfolk assembly plants. The front fuel line assembly could have a hole rubbed through in one of two locations. The first location is below the fuel rail connection where the flexible hose is crimped to the steel tube. The bracket that attaches the front fuel line to the transmission could have been bent during assembly. The second location is at the rear steel tube section forward of the rear bracket. During installation the rear steel tubes of the front fuel line assembly could have been bent downward. In vehicles equipped with a manual 4xz4 transfer case shifter, the shifter linkage may contact the steel tubes as it is being shifted between 4h, 4l, 2l and neutral.
Risk: This condition could result in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect these lines and replace the front fuel line assembly if necessary. Owner notification began october 27, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 1999, 2000
Problem: Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines and 8 foot boxes, may not fully satisfy the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." in a 30 mph frontal barrier crash test, a fuel tank vapor recovery valve separated internally. During the subsequent static rollover test, fuel spillage exceeded the specified rate.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a stop plate assembly on the vehicle frame to prevent recovery valve contact with a frame crossmember during the impact sequence.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 1999, 2000
Problem: Vehicle description: gasoline and diesel engine pickup trucks equipped with 8 foot beds, do not fully satisfy the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel tank front strap isolator may not be properly positioned which could result in the strap cutting the tank during a 30 mph front barrier test, resulting in fuel spillage.
Risk: During the subsequent static rollover test, fuel spillage exceeded the specified rate, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will reposition the front strap isolator.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Model years: 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with 6" beds manufactured from january 5, 1998 through june 4, 1999, do not not fully satisfy the post crash test static rollover requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." contact between the fuel tank and a fuel tank locator bracket during a front barrier impact test resulted in a cut in the tank, resulting in fuel leakage.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank locator bracket with a similar bracket whose design has been revised to incorporate more rounded surfaces where contact with the tank occurs.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: gasoline and diesel engine pickup trucks equipped with 6" and 8" beds manufactured from january 5, 1998 through march 21, 1999, do not not fully satisfy the post crash test static rollover requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." six attachment bolts (m12 bolts) may have been damaged during the 30 mph front barrier test allowing the bolts to shift or become detached, resulting in fuel spillage.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will augment the box-to-chassis attachment by installing box-to-chassis retaining cables.
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Model years: 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. The fuel pressure regulator o-ring may have been damaged when the fuel pressure regulator was installed in the engine fuel rail. If the o-ring is damaged, fuel vapor or leakage could occur.
Risk: If an ignition source is present, a fire could result.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 1993 N/A Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 00V424000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). The contact stated that fuel spewed out of the rear tank filler neck. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair…
The contact owns a 2002 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being lifted onto a tow truck, fuel began to leak from the middle plastic made fuel tank. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank hoses were faulty. The mechanic…
The contact owns a 2009 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the cruise control was inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined…
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the fuel strap failed and there was a hole in the fuel tank. The contact stated that there was fuel leaking from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign…
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull the vehicle off to the side of the road; however, the vehicle failed to restart after multiple attempts. He…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford F-250s have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 123 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Ford F-250. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Ford F-250 fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 8 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Ford F-250?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel tank”, in 42 of 123 complaints, followed by “gasoline storage” (8).
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