Engine Head Gasket Leaking problems of the 1999 Ford F-150

15 problems related to engine head gasket leaking have been reported for the 1999 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 07/11/2006

Oil leak in head gasket due to manafacturing defect. I see many other owners have the same problem. Truck is out of warrenty and repair is very costly. Ford is aware of the problem but is not helping owners.

2 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 04/14/2004

While driving, the head gasket would leak oil. The mechanic repaired the problem once, but did not resolve the problem. Please provide more information.

3 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 02/05/2004

1999 Ford F-150 head gasket leak, research reveals common factory defect. No assistance from Ford service bulletin from Ford says I may have to replace engine.

4 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 01/07/2004

My 1999 F-150 5. 4 ltr 4wd started making loud ticking noise @ 39,000 miles. Took truck to burch Ford from whom I purchased vehicle & they diagnosed ticking noise as a bad cat. Cvrtr!!! they also advised me of leaking head gasket from (r)rear head and a repair cost of $3,200 w/ (12 mo. /12,ooo mi. Warranty !!! )on repair. When I picked up vehicle & started engine,the same loud ticking noise (only worse) was still there!!! burch Ford & Ford motor corp refused to even acknowledge problem or warranty their repair. While trying to get assistance, I drove vehicle bare min and aprox. 300 miles after the "repair",the engine blew # 3 spark plug out of (r) head like like a rocket & massive loss of power which nearly left me in direct path of a loaded semi truck !!!(thought I was going be crushed to death). I had truck towed back to burch Ford & they faxed me a estimate of $3,200. More to replace head (now total is $ 6,400. From the two repairs!!!) and in bold print @ bottom of est. Say's . . . . No warranty!!! vehicle needs new engine & neither the dealership or Ford motor corp are willing to ohnor their original repair,or assist in this catastrophic problem that research shows has occuring by the hundreds on 4. 6 ,5. 4 & now many v-10 engines from 1996 to 2004. . . . . . . . (8 yrs. )!!! my truck is my pride & joy & with aprox. 39,000 miles on it,my $ 40,000. 00 ride may be a total loss due to current book value & contraversial $$$$$cost of repair!!! this is my 6th Ford vehicle(all of which were paid off in full 1-2yrs. Early!!!)in the last 9 yrs. I've been a more than loyal Ford customer,. . . But with blatent dissregard for their bread & butter,(loyal Ford customers) Ford seems to be for 8 yrs. Now; grossly and w/o any remorse, far less than a loyal automobile manufacturer !!!. . . Respectfully,. . . J. L.

5 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 12/20/2002

1999 Ford f150 5. 4l with badly leaking head gasket right side. Seems to be a known problem for Ford yet no recall or assistance from Ford? leaking oil is a hazard and oil on hot engine components not safe.

6 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 11/14/2002

Right rear head gasket leaking oil, and is also stated in manufacturers t. S. B. No recall as of yet. Ph.

7 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 11/05/2002

The head gasket leaked oil, which resulted in a loss of engine power.

8 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 06/26/2002

Head gasket is leaking oil. Had part replaced, but problem reoccurred. Dealer contacted. Vehicle went back to dealer but no signs of leak. Consumer adds this is a slow leak and cannot be detected in a short diagnosis.

9 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 02/26/2002

Truck was brought in for scheduled service and I was informed a head gasket was leaking. This is a vehicle that has been well maintained. I don't believe the engine has ever gone over 3000 rpm, cost to repair $2,200. This is absolutely ridiculous. I was shocked to see how many other people have submitted complaints about the same problem. What does it take to get Ford to take care of this problem?.

10 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2002

Head gasket is leaking oil from the right side motor. Contacted dealer.

11 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 11/25/2001

Ford dealer diagnosed, independent mechanic diagnosed, a bad/leaking head gasket. Press released issued by Ford today for leaky head gasket defect on 5. 4l engines. This should be extended to cover 4. 6l engines as well.

12 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2001

Oil was leaking from gaskets. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer replaced head gasket. 2500 miles later leaking started again. Please provide any further information.

13 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2001

Right side of head gasket is leaking oil onto engine.

14 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Failure Date: 02/15/2001

Passenger side engine head gasket oil leaks are very common on these trucks according to many owners accounts. The cost to repair is $1200-$1600 dollars! Ford is not willing to help after warranty.

15 Engine Head Gasket Leaking problem

Consumer complained about engine head gasket leaking oil.



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