Ten problems related to gas tank strap have been reported for the 2002 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2002 F-150.
Driving down interstate I-80 the straps on my gas tank broke because they rusted thru causing gas tank to drop and spill fuel all over I-80 in iowa causing so much fuel spilled out they had to close one lane of traffic. . . . The fire dept chief of whiting, iowa,steven snyder,can verify what happened. . . . There is a police report but I didn't have it filing out this report.
Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the fuel tank straps fractured, the fuel tank dropped and the vehicle was unable to be driven due to the failure. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline) according to the manufacturer so the contact was uncertain if the part replaced may fail again concerning the fuel straps. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed by a dealer and an independent mechanic yet. The manufacturer provided no assistance other than having the contact take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnosis and repair. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000. Dyd.
My 2002 f150 truck dropped the fuel tank on 5/26/2017. Miraculously, my wife and daughter weren't killed. My wife and daughter were using the truck, helping a friend move. Luckily, they just left mcdonalds restaurant when it broke. They were on a side street and were forced to stay where they were. The eastpoint fire-department were called on scene due to gasoline leaking out of the tank into the street. They stayed with the vehicle until aaa was called. They towed the truck on a flatbed truck and delivered it to my guys auto repair, gratiot, roseville, mi. My truck had a recall on it for safety straps, which were the cause by breaking. I tried to get it fixed at dorian Ford, clinton twp. ,mi. 2 years prior, but was given a 'runaround' by dorian Ford, telling me to bring it in for repair in 2 months time. I forgot when the 2 months were up and dorian Ford didn't try to contact me. I am forced now to pay over 1500 dollars to repair my truck, which I am the original owner. I am grateful beyond belief that my family or I weren't killed. Please advise me on what I can do in light of everything ie. . . Compensation for said repair, etc. Thank-you.
Fuel tank straps broke while driving straight on city streets putting a hole in the tank and spilling out fuel while driving. Ford had a recall on the same year & model of vehicle, however ours was not recalled.
My vehicle had its fuel tank straps replaced under a recall. The corrosion from the original straps spread to the fuel tank. Now, the corrosion on the fuel tank has caused the fuel tank to begin leaking under the replaced straps. Perhaps some of the issue is due to the process / procedure used in replacing the original fuel tank straps. Vehicle now has approx 207,000 miles. Fuel leak was noticed while performing other regular maintenance.
The contact owns a 2002 Ford F-150. While walking past the vehicle, the contact noticed a strong odor of fuel. The contact discovered that the fuel tank straps were corroded and created a hole in the fuel tank, which caused fuel to leak from the tank. The contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline) but the remedy could not be performed at the time due to the corrosion of the fuel tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 202,000. The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2002 Ford F-150. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor coming from the fuel tank. The contact noticed a strap hanging under the fuel tank and that fuel leaked onto the driveway. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that there was rust and holes underneath the tank that came from corrosion and that the straps on the tank needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.
The contact owns a 2002 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while traveling 15 mph, the fuel tank support straps failed and the fuel tank became detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who stated that the straps had failed due to rust. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 66,000.
Fuel tank straps rusted thru the gas tank, Ford replaced the straps, but would not cover the gas tank. The frame, rocker panels, cab & bed are rusted thru, will not pass inspection again.
The vehicle was traveling at highway speeds when the gas tank fell out. The tank straps had rusted through dropping the tank. The tank cut open from skidding on an interstate expressway releasing 23 gallons of fuel. Ford dealership inspected and said the straps are under recall and will replace, but will not replace the tank. The tank is only damaged due to faulty straps which Ford has identified as problematic. The faulty straps by Ford have resulted in a large financial loss due to tow, cleanup, gas loss, time. . . . And Ford estimates $800 for a new gas tank. This is a severe hazard and thankful nobody was injured. I believe the next person may not be so fortunate.