18 problems related to gas tank strap have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact noticed that one of the fuel tank straps failed due to excessive corrosion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed because the vehicle was not manufactured within the state. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 126,000.
Tl the contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the front to rear fuel straps fractured on the driver's side without warning. The failure caused the fuel lines and fuel tank to fracture. The contact replaced the fuel straps, fuel lines, and fuel tank due to the failure. The contact was not notified of NHTSA campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the VIN was included. The dealer (reineke Ford Lincoln of lima, 419-223-3673, 1360 greely chapel rd, lima, OH 45804) was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle needed to be restored to its original condition to perform the recall repair. The dealer refused to repair the vehicle, indicating that the contact welded the driver's side rear fuel strap. The recall repair was not performed. The manufacturer also indicated that the vehicle needed to be restored to its original condition to perform the recall repair. The failure mileage was not available.
Fuel tank straps are under recall for rust and have been replaced to have the fuel tank to start to leak. The whole fuel tank is rusted up and is dangerous. Ford will not replace the fuel tank. There is a danger that the fuel will catch on fire and will be hazard to the driver as well as other motorists.
Had fuel tank strap recall done on 3/16/2015 on my 1997 Ford f150. Picked truck up from dealer on 3/20/2015 and took it to my home and parked it by the house. I left my house with my other car for a couple of hours and when I returned home I could smell a strong odor a gas. Upon inspection of my truck I found gas leaking from the fuel tank at the location of the fuel tank straps. I contacted Ford and they sad they are not going to do anything about it. My truck was fine when I took it in for the recall and now after the recall the tank is leaking because the old straps corroded and damaged the tank. Truck goes in for safety recall and comes back undrivable because of a fire safety issue ( leaking fuel tank ) how can this be acceptable or safe.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the fuel tank straps fractured. Two years prior, the vehicle was serviced according to NHTSA campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The dealer stated that the vehicle was no longer eligible for any repairs. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 140,000.
I went to a automotive shop to have some brake work done on my 1997 Ford F-150 truck. The mechanic said I have something to show you & what they show was one of my fuel tank strap was broken and also they said my gas tank drop down a little. So I call a Ford dealer & they say there no recall on my 1997 Ford F-150 fuel tank strap in virginia but in other states it is. I told them according to the NHTSA , it is ! no help from Ford dealer.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, it was found that the gas tank rear strap corroded and separated from the gas tank. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the rear brake line also failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 197,000.
Tl-the contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that after the repair was performed, there was the smell of fuel outside of the vehicle and it was discovered that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed that the straps had been replaced and the fuel tank had a pin hole fracture and was leaking. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000. Sw.
Fuel tank straps broke and fuel tank fell to the ground while in motion at slow speed. Fuel filler neck cracked and fuel connection and fuel pump do not work. Vehicle is drivable and temporarily supported by straps. On my own I discovered there was a recall for 1997-2004 Ford trucks and contacted Ford who informed, to my disbelief, that my vehicle was not included in the recall. Ford could offer me no help.
One of two straps holding the fuel tank in place failed due to corrosion. Noticed the broken strap hanging below the vehicle after a 40 mile drive. Unsure of when the strap let go. In removing the remaining pieces of the strap, it literally crumbled apart in my hand. Tank is now held in place with a tie-down strap.
The fuel tank strap on my 1997 Ford f 150 has rusted out and is no longer holding my tank to the bottom of the truck.
Fuel tank strap rusted and broke on a 1997 Ford f150. Fuel now leaks from tank.
Had to replace rusted gas tank straps because one rusted so bad it was hanging down, also had to replace gas tank because the tank rusted right under the straps.
The front strap supporting the fuel tank on my 1997 f150 failed due to corrosion, broke and allowed the tank to drop from the frame and drag along the ground. The rear strap was still intact. Speed of the vehicle at the time of the failure was 30 mph. Fuel was pouring out of the tank by the time I stopped and within 10 minutes the tank was completely empty (approximately 20 gallons). A wrecker was called to pick up the truck and brought to a repair garage. Estimate for the repair is $600. 00, which includes the towing fee. The old parts were retained and in my possession. They are available to the odi for analysis if desired.
1997 Ford f150 long bed 2wd, rear gas tank strap has broken on 09/26/2010. I came out from a restaurant to see something hanging under my truck and the strap has rusted in half! I was able to get some wire from a farm store to get me back on the road for now.
Rear fuel tank strap rusted through and finally broke, 1997 f150 xl reg. Cab 2wd, 96l tank. Lucky I just happened to be looking under the truck and noticed this issue. Had both straps replaced at a cost of $118. 63 cdn. Part # st130.
Please add my name to the many complaints about breaking fuel tank straps. The tank did not fall off. I wired it back up for now until the other strap breaks off.
This information is for a 1997 Ford f150 XLT truck. In late April/may last year I noticed one of my fuel tank straps had rusted and the tank was hanging down. I went to the local Ford dealer and purchased 2 straps to replace both of the tank straps thinking if the one rusted out I might as well change both straps. I was able to change both straps myself so I thought I was good. I did not over tighten the bolts because the bolt meets the frame of the truck before you can over tighten the bolt. However, a couple of hours later I noticed my tank was leaking in the area where the bottom of the fuel tank is shaped to accept the strap. I removed the strap it appeared that the rusting process had weaken the bottom of the fuel tank in the area of the strap. I had to order a new fuel tank from an online supplier to save money(parts train) and went back to the Ford dealer and they agreed for a fee to install the new aftermarket fuel tank. I did have additional costs to replace a fuel taken sensor assembly because that was rusted and would not be reusable with the new fuel tank. My total out of pocket expenses were approximately $350. 00.