27 problems related to tank assembly have been reported for the 2001 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2001 F-150.
A plastic cover over the rear part (towards the axle) of the gas tank has caused a rust hole in the tank. The piece is held on with 2 strips of double sided adhesive and attaches to two clips on the tank. The rust damage is under the adhesive strip on the bottom causing a very slow leak. I'm not sure what the function is for this plastic piece and I can't imagine that my vehicle is the only one affected by this design flaw?.
On 11/11/11 I was driving home from work in my 2001 Ford f150and was approximately 1 and a half blocks from my house when I hit a pothole and heard a loud bang and then some metal grinding or dragging which I initially thought was my exhaust the way it sounded, so I stopped the truck and looked underneath. This is when I realized the magnatude of the sutuation, a strap that holds my gas tank in place had broken off from what appears to be rusted and the gas tank was hanging by one strap . At this time I was about 100 feet from my house so I had my son come out and I pushed the vehicle to in front of my house. The tank is grinding on something when you move the vehicle or when turning the vehicle.
Just filled the gasoline tank to full on Saturday evening, July 30, 2011. Left the station and drove about a 1/4 block and the front part of the gasoline tank fell off. Heard the dragging noise and stopped. Repair garage stated they have repaired many with this same problem. Knew how to handle it. Called bob allen Ford in overland park, KS. On Monday morning, August 1, 2011, and they stated they had no knowledge of any TSB on the problem. Never mentioned there may be a recall on it.
My 2001 Ford f150 gas tank fell of my truck , nose forward while driving. Restraints separated and fuel tank came down on the highway. I am very lucky, no explosion or fire ensued. Had to be towed. Clearly the restraints had corroded. Whole system needs replacement.
Driving my 2001 Ford F-150 down the highway and the gas tank fell off and was dragging beneath the truck. It was a full tank of gas that we were lucky did not ignite.
The fuel tank straps on my 2001 Ford f150 are completely rusted. Other areas have also rusted out such as the radiator supports - radiator and shroud dropped out and are hitting against the engine fan. The pick-up bed of the truck is also rusting out. Updated 08/11/11 the consumer stated when he inspected the straps, he found one of them completely covered in rust, but still in tact. Also, there was unusual rusting all over the underside of the vehicle. The entire lower radiator support was rotted out and the underside of the pick-up bed and other supports have major rust. Updated 08/12/11 the consumer stated when the support gave out the radiator and radiator shroud fell onto the fan that is mounted to the engine. Also, the ball joints and steering were wearing prematurely due to lack of grease fittings. Updated 08/30/11.
I have a 2001 Ford f150 regular cab long bed with 75,000 miles. While driving at approximately 40 mph the right inner tie rod broke causing the vehicle to shudder significantly until I was able to stop the vehicle. This brief shuddering caused the rear fuel tank strap to snap in half primarly due to excessive corrosion of the strap. Loss of the supporting strap caused the rear of the tank to drop almost to ground level which also broke the filler inlet off of the top of the tank, completely disconnecting the filler tube and presenting a large hole for fuel to escape. Both of these failures are not what I would expect from a vehicle with only 75,000 miles on the odometer. Either could have resulted in serious injury or property damage.
The front strap that holds the gas tank on my 2001 F-150 has rusted off. I read where you are investigating this failure. Is there a current recall?.
2001 Ford F-150. Consumer states problem with vehicle gas tank the consumer stated while driving, he heard a loud metal noise. He pulled to the side of the road, exited the vehicle and looked underneath, only to discover the entire gas tank was on the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the gas tank was re-installed and the fuel tank straps, pressure sensor and fuel filler neck were replaced. Updated 07/20/11.
Not a new complaint, just wanted to say thanks. Ford motor company has reimbursed me for 100% of my expenses related to the gas tank strap failure. Thank you, and thank Ford motor company. I could not find another way to edit my previous complaint. Odi # 10402810. William k. Breneman gilman, wisconsin.
Hit a bump and front gas tank strap broke and dragged for 2 miles leaking gas,$40, worth. Stopped in parking lot with gas running,fire department and cops arrived. Truck towed to lot. Still not attempted reapirs.
The contact owns a 2001 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 20 mph, the contact heard a loud noise outside of the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle and noticed that the fuel tank partially disengaged. The vehicle had not been towed. The manufacturer nor the dealer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 127,997.
The contact owns a 2001 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 70 mph, there was a loud noise and immediately the vehicle was maneuvered to side of the road. The contact noticed the fuel tank detached from the vehicle and both fuel tank straps were completely rusted. The failure caused damage to the fuel tank as a result to an extensive amount of fuel leakage on the ground. The vehicle was temporarily repaired and driven to the residence. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer stated there was not a recall and provided no further assistance. There was an open investigation under NHTSA action number ea11006 (fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly). The failure mileage was 218,000. Updated 07/21/11 the gas tank strap broke,causing the tank to fall while driving. Updated 07/25/11.
2001 Ford F-150. Consumer states vehicle caught fire and then exploded the consumer stated she saw a report on t. V. Regarding problems with fuel tanks and NHTSA was investigating.
2001 F-150 XLT gas tank strap rusted and broken, fuel tank found to be leaking near the top of the tank.
2001 Ford f150 supercrew, fuel tank strap rusted through saw from a distance something was hanging under truck, crawled under, discovered strap had rusted through and was in two pieces, took off part that I could and attached a ratchet strap to hold tank in place until I can get the parts and repair.
Discovered rear feul tank strap on 2001 Ford f150 was broken. Front strap heavly rusted but still holding. Fuel tank is sagging but not dragging.
The contact owns a 2001 Ford F-150. While the contact inspected the vehicle, he detected that the fuel tank strap fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the fuel tank strap was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
Front gas tank strap rusted through and broke in half. Rear strap has rusted but not through yet.
The rear fuel tank strap has rusted and broke in two.
2001 F-150 fuel tank strap broke last week. Luckily noticed the tank sitting low when I pulled into the drive with my other vehicle. 141,000 miles. Neighbor told me of the investigation he read in the paper the next day.
Gas tank fell out of my 2001 F-150 rupturing gas in the street. Cost me $1500 to fix and clean up. Who is going to pay for this?.
I pulled away from a stop sign and heard a strange sound. I stopped the vehicle and looked underneath and saw the gas tank on the ground.
The contact owns a 2001 Ford f150. While driving at speeds of 70mph the fuel tank fell from the vehicle. There was a large quantity of gasoline spraying from under the vehicle and onto the highway. The contact was able to move the vehicle off the roadway without further incident. The vehicle was towed to his residence where the contact made repairs to the vehicle. The fuel tank straps had fractured causing the fuel tank to fall from place. The dealer was unable to provide any assistance. The manufacture was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were 103,000.
The contact owns a 2001 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph he was told by a passerby that there was a fire underneath the vehicle. She drove to a fire station and the entire cab was consumed with flames. The fire department extinguished the fire, inspected the vehicle and stated that the fire was caused by the fuel tank. A fire report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that they no longer had the records for her vehicle and could offer no assistance. The VIN was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 155,000.
While driving the consumer noticed that the fuel gauge indicated the vehicle had a half tank of gas yet the vehicle ran out of gasoline.
Checked fuel tank straps after seeing news reports. 1 strap broken 2nd strap about to break. At dealer for replacement at my expense. Updated 08/11/11 the consumer stated one of the straps was rusted through and the other strap was rusted close to a complete break. Updated 08/12/11.