Ten problems related to tank assembly have been reported for the 1997 Ford Ranger. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Crack in gasoline filler top causing fumes and gasoline odor in car, especially when turning right. * when filling tank with gasoline, the fuel would leak out of the filler neck onto the ground while filling at the gas station, as if you were slowly pouring a glass of water, much more than a drip. Could not fill tank full until repair was done. Mechanic replaced filler and filler neck. Had to remove gas tank and truck bed to investigate and repair. Big job, big hazard!!.
When filling fuel tank on 1997 Ford Ranger 4x4 long bed, fuel leaks back out and puddles on pavement below vehicle due to a split that has recently developed in the fuel tank filler neck (hose). Even when I do not fill tank all the way (to prevent above leaking) gas fumes are still strong and have accumulated inside the canopy (topper) on pickup bed. Fuel appears to leak (based on odor) after executing a sharp turn, a quick stop, and when traveling over bumpy roads. Ford's price for a replacement filler neck is prohibitive (around $450) plus labor and thus, I have been unable to have the problem repaired.
On Jan 5, 2006 while re-fueling my 1997 Ford range at macdill air force base a lady on the next fuel pump told me that I was leaking something from under my vehicle. I stopped pumping fuel to see what is was but the leek stop. I then continue to refuel my vehicle and the leek started once again in large quanities. After refueling I went to the service center at macdill air force and got the vehicle inspected. The service person told me that fuel filler line to the gas tank had multiple cracks and needed to be replaced.
Faulty fuel tank vent hose. When filling up the gas tank and the pump kicks off when full, gas pours onto pavement below. I pulled the part off the vehicle and found the hose was cracked all the way around. This part is all one unit with the fill line and it costs a whopping $247 to buy the part. I asked autoway Ford in st, petersburg florida if they would pay for it but since it's not under recall they said they could not. We purchased one from gator Ford that same day. I noticed your site shows eight other complaints concerning this faulty hose. I would venture to guess there are plenty more potential fires lurking under other Ford Rangers. We have the old part on hand if any body wants to inspect it.
When filling up gas tank consumer noticed gas leaking onto the ground. Cause unknown. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide any further information.
When filling gas tank gas will spill out.
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Fuel tank filler assembly failed, large quantities of gas leaked when tank filled, $227 for repair, $194 for car rental waiting for parts.
Fumes entered interior of vehicle when tank was filled. Dealer's comments leaky and rusty fuel tank. Problem reoccurred 7-11-97.
There is a constant fuel leakage under the vehicle. Will notify the dealership.