47 problems related to tank assembly have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Noticed gas poring from tank as I was refilling. Looked under to see strap rotted and broken. Scheduled to have strap fixed fri 4/6/12 but from what I read,they wont fix leak caused by strap. So tank will continue to leak.
The dealer repaired the fuel straps under the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting), but the defective straps created a hole in the fuel tank and caused a fuel leak. Both the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repairs because the fuel tank was not included in the recall. The fuel tank was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileages were 81000.
1997 Ford F-150. Consumer writes in concerning safety recall 11v385000 regarding fuel tanks the consumer stated the fuel tank straps were replaced on September 28, 2011. Prior to the replacement, the consumer did not have any problems fueling his tank. After the straps were replaced, he started having problems with fuel leaking on the ground after filling the tank. The consumer returned to the dealer. An inspection revealed a crack on the filler neck on the tank. The dealer stated they were not responsible as they only replaced the straps. The hose clamps, fuel tank and filler spout were rusted.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. While refueling the vehicle the contact noticed a fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostics where the technician stated that the fuel tank strap was fractured and the vehicle was leaking fuel. The dealer refused to repair the vehicle because the vehicle had a skid plate. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 325,000.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the fuel tank fell off of the vehicle as a result of a broken strap. The contact mentioned that the strap was corroded and that none of the fuel spilled onto the ground. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 250,000.
Truck had been parked for several minutes. With no other external forces other than gravity the fuel tank straps failed and the tank fell to the ground. No damage other than the straps need replacing. Could have been disastrous had it happened on the highway. Updated 08/11/11 the consumer stated the tank appeared to be in good condition. But there was a break near the center of the straps. Updated 08/12/11.
Found the rear gas tank strap hanging down. It had rusted through.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the fuel straps fractured and caused the fuel tank to leak. The contact received the recall notice associated with NHTSA recall campaign id number 11v385000 (fuel system: gasoline storage tank: assembly). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair. The manufacturer refused to replace the fuel tank because it was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 230,000. Updated 03/14/lj the consumer stated the tank fell off in June and has been leaking ever since. The straps were replaced, but the leak continued. Updated 03/19/12.
Gas tank strap boken gas tank down.
Filling up fuel at gas station when the strap holding the fuel tank was noticed that it has rusted through and broke into 2 pieces. Went to Ford and purchased replacement strap to repair.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the fuel tank was rusted and there was only one strap holding the fuel tank in place. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection or repairs. The failure mileage was 120,000.
1997 f 150 gas tank leaking. Fuel tank strap rusted through tank hanging on skid panel .
1997 Ford F-150 pickup short bed 4. 2 6cyl 5 speed trans. 1 gas tank support strap is completely rusted through. Other is almost rusted through. The gas tank will eventually fall off. The danger is self evident. Just noticed today.
Broken gas tank stap causing tank gas tank to leak.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford f150. The contact was driving approximetly 35 mph when the fuel tank detached from the vehicle and was dragging the ground. The vehicle was repaired by a local mechanic. The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 150,000.
Fuel tank partially dropped from vehicle. Attempted to drive truck after it was unused for 3 weeks and found a problem with the breaks. Pedal going down to floor. Did not drive vehicle. Looked under vehicle to investigate brake problem and saw fuel tank rear hanging down. Don't know how long it was like that. Rear strap rusted completely through and failed. Tank was being supported by fill and vent hoses. Has not yet been repaired.
Observed fuel tank hanging down from underneath vehicle. On closer inspection the rear fuel tank strap was found to be heavily corroded and broken allowing the fuel tank to fall away from the vehicle. The front strap was observed to be heavily corroded as well but luckily still holding the front portion of the tank up.
The fuel strap broke causing fuel tank to fall off of vehicle while I was driving on the road. Fuel tank fell to ground and was dragged causing several holes in tank and fuel spill. Fire department was called to assist with fuel spill. Tank was removed from vehicle by fire department and then towed to service station for replacement.
My 1997 f150, one gas tank strap broke, jordan Ford in mishawaka indiana1/22/11 . It will cost $250. 00 when the parts come it 1/26/11, when is there a recall?.
I have a 1997 f150 with a tank strap failure. Would you like more information?.
Fuel tank strap broke.
1997 f150 Ford lariat super cab 4x4 with 83,262 miles, the vehicle has excessive rust on panels, frame, frame supports and undercarriage components; some of the frame/ frame supports have significant holes and has no structural integrity. The safety design intent of the vehicle has been compromised due to the severe rust; in a crash condition the vehicle occupants’ safety would be jeopardized. December 3, 2010 the vehicle was driven in the village of oxford, mi. Approximately 25 mile per hour and the front gas tank strap failed (rusted-out). The gas tank fell to the pavement and left the vehicle inoperable. There were no occupant injuries, but gasoline containments were leaked at the scene. The vehicle was towed by flatbed truck to skalnek Ford, lake orion, mi for repairs costing $773. 42.
Hi, I own a 1997 Ford F-150. Last fall (2010) I was driving approx. 30 mph when the gas tank on my truck dropped to the ground. There were sparks I was told and it was leaking. I had no prior events/awareness that would have led me to check on the tank. I had a new tank installed at a local repair shop. I did not ask for the old parts and assume they were probably disposed of. I only write now after seeing similar problems by others reported on the nightly news. This is a very dangerous situation !!.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact was driving 25 mph when there was a loud popping sound heard from under the vehicle. The contact pulled over to inspect the vehicle and found that the fuel tank strap was fractured due to excessive rust, also causing the fuel tank to hang abnormally from the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic to have the strap replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact was concerned with the possibility of a fire erupting. The failure mileage was 132,000.
I have a Ford f150 and gas tank fell off my truck and was draging as I was driving down the road do to the gas strap problem. I think that this is a horible problem. I could have been killed do to the sparks and gas every were.
On October 4 2010 my daughter was driving the 1997 Ford F-150 to school for volleyball practice when the front strap holding the fuel tank broke free thus causing the front of the fuel tank to drop down onto the cement roadway thus wearing a hole in the front corner of the fuel tank and releasing gas onto the cement roadway. She called me right away to tell me of the incident and said there was a little smoke but no fire and that gas was releasing. I then told her to hang up and call 911. Police and fire department responded and handled the situation. The local Ford dealership towed the pickup to the service department and also did the repair work over the next few days.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact was refueling the vehicle as she noticed gasoline leaking from the top of the fuel tank. The vehicle was not taken for diagnosis of the failure nor was it repaired. The failure and current mileage was 145,000.
I have a 1997 Ford F-150 truck. The gas tank strp rusted through and needed to be replaced last September, 2010. I caught it in time. No accident occured and the gas tank did not drop. However, if there is a recall, will I be reimbursed for the cost of this repair by Ford?.
On sept 13, 2010 at 6:00 pm I and my wife were in my 1997 F-150 just leaving town when the gas tank dropped to the pavement. At first I did not know what it was. I thought the muffler was dragging or something which surprised me because it is in excellent shape. I pulled the truck off to the side and when I looked under the vehicle I could see the front part of the tank on the ground and a hole had been worn in it and about 12 gallons of gas leaked out. We were thankful a spark did not ignite it all. I called a tow truck and it was towed back to town. The tank could not be repaired (which was in good shape) and $591 later it is back on the road.
1997 Ford f- 150. Consumer states fuel tank fell from the vehicle while driving. The dealer installed a new fuel strap assembly, replaced the fuel tank and filter.
Ford f150 fuel tank strap rusted and fell off. Only one strap remained holding the fuel tank on the truck. Also caused a fuel leak due to movement of the tank.
Fuel tank strap rotted out tank hanging down,,fixed one strap now gas tank is leaking (tank rotted also smell of gas in truck cab!!! fuel leakage from tank if over half full,told d. M. V ,told me not to drive it ,till repair made.
F150 pickup 1997 4x4. Gas tank fell out on the highway.
My 1997 Ford F-150 had the rear gas tank strap fail. At the time, the truck had 96,500 miles on the odometer. The incident ocurred on I-69 in southern michingan in heavy rain conditions. I managed to drive it to northwest ohio where it was fixed the next day by a local auto repair shop. They indicated that the forward strap was also nearly rusted through and the gas tank was being held on mostly by the hose clamp for the gas filler neck. I was told by the shop that this was a common occurance.
The gas tank strap rusted and broke leaving the tank hanging close to the ground.