1999 Ford F-250
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
19 recalls name the 1999 Ford F-250. Newest first.
Ford IS recalling certain 1997 through 2003 model year ford F-150, 2004 model year ford F-150 heritage, 1997 through 1999 model year F-250 less than 8,500 lbs. Gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), and 2002 and 2003 lincoln blackwood vehicles manufactured from june 20, 1995, through august 4, 2004, originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut…
Risk and remedy
Risk
As a result of the corrosion, one or both straps may fail allowing the fuel lines to separate from the tank, or in some cases, causing the tank to contact the ground. either scenario may result in a fuel leak presenting a fire hazard.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicles to a ford or lincoln dealer to have the fuel tank straps replaced with straps that have increased corrosion protection. early in this campaign, if replacement straps are not available, dealers may install a cable support under the strap as an interim repair or a steel reinforcement over the existing strap as a permanent repair. any repairs will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on september 16, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. ford's recall campaign number IS 11s21
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Certain cequent 90 degree 7-WAY right angle adaptors sold by distributors in tow packages for aftermarket sales to tow 5TH wheel rv travel trailers. due to incorrect wiring of the harness, the trailer lights may not operate properly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.
Remedy
All of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.
Certain maxzone headlight assemblies, depo brand, p/nos. 331-1129L-asn and 331-1129r-asn, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for the above listed passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Maxzone will notify owners and offer reimbursement for any noncompliant headlights. the recall began on july 28, 2006. owners may contact maxzone at 909-822-3288.
On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. the recall began on august 7, 2006. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 05v388)
Certain eagle eyes headlamps, p/nos. Fr208-b101r, fr208-b101l, fr208-b001r, and fr208-b001l, sold for use as replacement equipment for the passenger vehicles listed above. these headlamps fail to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabry lee will notify owners and offer full credit for any noncompliant headlamp. the recall IS expected to begin on june 14, 2006. owners may contact sabry lee account executive at 1-866-467-2279.
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fire at the switch could occur.
Remedy
By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 06v286)
On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions, failure of the front parking brake cable input button could result in failure of the parking brake system to hold the vehicle stationary.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in unintended vehicle movement and a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front parking brake cable and the controller and verify the performance of the parking brake system. owner notification began april 5, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Vehicle description: bi-fuel CNG pickup trucks and bi-fuel CNG vans, modified by cfi control systems, inc., fail to conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 303, "fuel system integrity of compressed natural gas vehicles." the label affixed to the fuel filler door by the vehicle modifier contains the inspection date and expiration date of the CNG tank.…
Risk and remedy
Risk
These vehicles do not comply with the requirements.
Remedy
Owners will be provided a label with the required statement, along with instructions for affixing the label at the fuel filler door. owner notification began november 2, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines and 8 foot boxes, may not fully satisfy the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." in a 30 mph frontal barrier crash test, a fuel tank vapor recovery valve separated internally. during the subsequent static rollover test, fuel spillage exceeded the specified rate.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a stop plate assembly on the vehicle frame to prevent recovery valve contact with a frame crossmember during the impact sequence.
Vehicle description: gasoline and diesel engine pickup trucks equipped with 8 foot beds, do not fully satisfy the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel tank front strap isolator may not be properly positioned which could result in the strap cutting the tank during a 30 mph front barrier test, resulting in fuel spillage.
Risk and remedy
Risk
During the subsequent static rollover test, fuel spillage exceeded the specified rate, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will reposition the front strap isolator.
Vehicle description: gasoline and diesel engine pickup trucks equipped with 6" and 8" beds manufactured from january 5, 1998 through march 21, 1999, do not not fully satisfy the post crash test static rollover requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." six attachment bolts (M12 bolts) may have been damaged during the 30 mph front barrier…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will augment the box-to-chassis attachment by installing box-to-chassis retaining cables.
Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with 6" beds manufactured from january 5, 1998 through june 4, 1999, do not not fully satisfy the post crash test static rollover requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." contact between the fuel tank and a fuel tank locator bracket during a front barrier impact test resulted in a cut in the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank locator bracket with a similar bracket whose design has been revised to incorporate more rounded surfaces where contact with the tank occurs.
Vehicle description: certain 1997-1999 rhd explorer equipped with 4.0L ohv/sohc engines and cruise control built from may 29, 1996 through march 4, 1999; 1998-1999 explorer/mountaineers equipped with 4.0L ohv/sohc or 5.0L engines or 1998-1999 rangers equipped with 2.5L, 3.0L ffv/efi or 4.0L engines and cruise control built from january 5, 1998 through…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the cruise control IS used and this condition IS present, a stuck throttle could result, which could potentially result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cruise control cables. at the present time, the replacement cables are not available. customers are being advised not to use the cruise control system until a replacement can be made.
Vehicle description: light duty trucks. the cast tow hooks changes the crash pulse of the vehicle in frontal barrier impacts and the air bag sensor was not calibrated to this new crash pulse which may cause the air bags to deploy in lower speed impacts than design intent.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Unexpected air bag deployment can result in personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cast tow hooks with forged hooks.
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. a speed control cable may not have fully seated into the accelerator bracket at time of installation. if the cable IS not fully seated into this bracket, the cable could separate from the bracket.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A loose cable can result in the throttle not fully returning to idle and cause an increase in stopping distance.
Remedy
Dealers will add a retaining clip to the speed control cable fitting at the accelerator bracket.
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. the fuel pressure regulator o-ring may have been damaged when the fuel pressure regulator was installed in the engine fuel rail. if the o-ring IS damaged, fuel vapor or leakage could occur.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If an ignition source IS present, a fire could result.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator.
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and chassis-cabs. one or more of the four rivets on the lower steering shaft flex coupling may not have been crimped during the sub-assembly process.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a rivet IS not crimped, the flex joint can rotate on the shaft and there would be a reduction in or loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the lower steering shaft rivets and replace any shafts with uncrimped rivets.
Owner complaints
581 complaints55 involved a crash13 involved a fire38 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags
i was involved in a collision on US30 3 miles west of Rainer Oregon. where I struck another Ford truck while cruising at 55 mph. The vehicle I struck pulled in front of me, my vehicle was severely damaged in the front end and the steering wheel and lower dash panel injured me.,
- Tires
The Belt in the tire separated while driving. This caused a "Bubble" to form causing my truck to shake violently and required changing to the spare tire. If this happened on the highway I could have lost control and caused an accident. I took my truck to a tire installer who documented the…
The Belt in the tire separated while driving. This caused a "Bubble" to form causing my truck to shake violently and required changing to the spare tire. If this happened on the highway I could have lost control and caused an accident. I took my truck to a tire installer who documented the above finding and noted the tire was properly inflated and there were no impact marks on the tread or sidewalls. I am currently working with the supplier but they are being unreasonable with the requirements to have it inspected. No other reps have been contacted at this time. No ( its a 24 year old truck, I don't have any tire related warning lamps) LT235/85 R16
- Steering
My fiancé & I were driving down a 35mph road & I told her my steering wheel was a little crooked & I don't remember hitting anything to knock out of alignment. We got to my friends house to move a car trailer for him up his steep driveway. I hooked up to the trailer pulled it out, moved it around…
My fiancé & I were driving down a 35mph road & I told her my steering wheel was a little crooked & I don't remember hitting anything to knock out of alignment. We got to my friends house to move a car trailer for him up his steep driveway. I hooked up to the trailer pulled it out, moved it around to line up to back up driveway & making the last adjustment all of a sudden I was turning my steering wheel but the tires were not turning, jumped out to find the output shaft of the steering box was cracked in half diagonally & the steering arm was laying on the street. When I got under the truck & looked at the part that broke you could see it was fractured for a long time. There was only about an 1/8" on one side that was raw metal from just finally breaking. Thank God we are alive if it would have happened going fast probably would have killed someone.
- Engine
The contact owns a 1999 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated for approximately 30 seconds. The contact would turn off and restart the vehicle and the vehicle would return to normal…
The contact owns a 1999 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated for approximately 30 seconds. The contact would turn off and restart the vehicle and the vehicle would return to normal operation. The contact stated he took his vehicle to several independent mechanics and was informed that the camshaft sensor was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that similar vehicles were included in NHTSA Campaign number 07V553000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 300,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
I was driving on the interstate going highway speed of 65 mph and the accelerator was stuck open and I could not slow down. The engine stayed at a high rpm. I had to press with a lot of force to slow down and come to a stop with the engine still at high rpm and had trouble stopping. Luckily…
I was driving on the interstate going highway speed of 65 mph and the accelerator was stuck open and I could not slow down. The engine stayed at a high rpm. I had to press with a lot of force to slow down and come to a stop with the engine still at high rpm and had trouble stopping. Luckily, where I live there's not much traffic, and I made it to a shop with this issue. Upon investigating, the accelerator cable became frayed where it enters the sheath and gets stuck there. The Ford dealer didn't have a replacement in stock or any nationwide. So I went to a junk yard to find one and found the same vehicle that had the same frayed accelerator cable. I located a newer, second vehicle with less mileage with same cable that matched without any fraying. In the meantime, I ordered a new accelerator cable through Ford, but it was backordered several months and tied up in shipping. With this happening on these two same vehicles, I thought I should report it. Thank you.
- Tires
TL the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 equipped trailered to 2019 forest river east to west travel trailer equipped with tbc brand llc tires, tire line: trailer king, tire size: st225/75r15, dot number: 1adb4hft1). The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the passenger's side…
TL the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 equipped trailered to 2019 forest river east to west travel trailer equipped with tbc brand llc tires, tire line: trailer king, tire size: st225/75r15, dot number: 1adb4hft1). The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the passenger's side front tire experienced a blowout. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway and placed the spare onto the vehicle. The contact stated that about 15 minutes later, approximately 10 miles later, the front driver's side tire also experienced a blowout. The tires were replaced with new tires. The contact contacted campers inn rv of macon - byron (125 peachtree pkwy, byron, ga 31008, (478) 956-6111) and was informed by the dealer that the tires were not repairable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileages were 221,000 on the vehicle and 1,000 on the tires on the camper. The vin was not available.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. While driving 5 mph, the contact heard something snap on his vehicle. The contact pulled the vehicle over and discovered that the rear strap connected to the fuel tank detached from the vehicle. The contact wired the tank back into place and drove home. The…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. While driving 5 mph, the contact heard something snap on his vehicle. The contact pulled the vehicle over and discovered that the rear strap connected to the fuel tank detached from the vehicle. The contact wired the tank back into place and drove home. The contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact informed the manufacturer of the failure and was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall; therefore, he would be responsible for the repairs. A dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. While driving 55 mph, the fuel tank dropped out of place without warning. The contact heard a dragging, scraping sound underneath the vehicle. The contact pulled over into a parking lot and discovered the failure. Brad howell ford (2170 e blvd st, kokomo, in…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. While driving 55 mph, the fuel tank dropped out of place without warning. The contact heard a dragging, scraping sound underneath the vehicle. The contact pulled over into a parking lot and discovered the failure. Brad howell ford (2170 e blvd st, kokomo, in 46902) and the manufacturer were contacted and stated that the contact would be responsible for the repairs since there were no recalls. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. While operating the vehicle at highway speeds, both fuel straps fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline)…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. While operating the vehicle at highway speeds, both fuel straps fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline); although, the vehicle exhibited the same failure as listed in the recall campaign. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.
- Electrical system · Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. When the contact exited and returned to the vehicle, it made an abnormal sound when it was restarted. Suddenly, a fire erupted under the hood, which spread to the cabin of the vehicle. The driver fell and hurt her knee while attempting to exit the vehicle…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. When the contact exited and returned to the vehicle, it made an abnormal sound when it was restarted. Suddenly, a fire erupted under the hood, which spread to the cabin of the vehicle. The driver fell and hurt her knee while attempting to exit the vehicle quickly. Medical treatment was required. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. There was extensive damage to the front end of the vehicle. The insurance company was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was notified. The dealer was not contacted. The cause of the failure was not determined. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 300,000.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. The contact stated that the vehicle caught fire under the hood while parked on the side of the road. The failure occurred without warning. The contact extinguished the fire with snow. A police report was not filed. There were no injuries. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was 69,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Filled the gas tank full the drove down the street at 45 mph. About 1 mile into the drive the rear fuel tank strap broke in half and the rear end of the fuel tank fell to the ground spilling most of the fuel. The strap look corroded.
- Engine
Blows spark plugs out & breaks coil packs from sitting still at initial take off. Has happened 4 previous times
- Steering
I was going down the freeway @ 65mph and I noticed my steering was not responding in the normal way. I had made it to a exit and stopped at light tried to make right turn truck continued straight, and I was stopped in rush hour traffic in ca. Got out and saw my sector shaft had broken off my steering gear box.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Unknown or other · Vehicle speed control
Rusted threw fuel tank straps no cruise control no air conditioning
- Engine
I was driving down interstate 75 and suddenly I lost power and had a extremely loud piping noise coming from under the hood . I stopped immediately and checked under the hood I could not tell with the engine off so I restarted it and inspected it and found that my number 2 spark plug had blown out…
I was driving down interstate 75 and suddenly I lost power and had a extremely loud piping noise coming from under the hood . I stopped immediately and checked under the hood I could not tell with the engine off so I restarted it and inspected it and found that my number 2 spark plug had blown out of the cylinder head after buying a new coil pack and spark plug set I discovered that all the threads had blown out of the head with the spark plug and after changing one of the other spark plugs I found that it was barely holding in .i think that the heads design was poor and weak and IS s safety hazard.
- Engine
I was heading back to college in brookings sd, when I was stopped waiting for a train to pass. After the train passes I put it from park into drive and right when I started moving I hear a loud pop. After I drive another block to a gas station to look under the hood I came to the conclusion that I…
I was heading back to college in brookings sd, when I was stopped waiting for a train to pass. After the train passes I put it from park into drive and right when I started moving I hear a loud pop. After I drive another block to a gas station to look under the hood I came to the conclusion that I had blown a spark plug. And it took out the ignition coil with it and striped the threads on the head. Along with that there was gas everywhere on the drivers side of the engine block. That's not only sucks because I had to pay to get it fixed, I'm in college I don't have money to pay for this. But if that gas would have hit I spark my truck could have blown up. Please take responsibility for ur mistakes ford. *tr
- Structure › Body · Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. While driving approximately 55 mph, the spare tire detached and went under the trailer that was being hauled. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the median. A police report was not filed. The contact went to the hospital, but there were…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. While driving approximately 55 mph, the spare tire detached and went under the trailer that was being hauled. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the median. A police report was not filed. The contact went to the hospital, but there were no injuries. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was being repaired. The vin was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. After the vehicle was placed into the park position, it independently rolled backwards without warning. The passenger was able to stop the vehicle. The contact discovered that the vehicle inadvertently switched into the reverse position. As a result, the…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. After the vehicle was placed into the park position, it independently rolled backwards without warning. The passenger was able to stop the vehicle. The contact discovered that the vehicle inadvertently switched into the reverse position. As a result, the contact was knocked down and sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 245,000. ....Updated 07/05/16 *bf the consumer stated he exited the vehicle and walked to the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle somehow went into reverse, while the door was still open. Updated 07/21/16.*jb
- Fuel/propulsion system
Rear fuel tank strap failed, causing fuel tank to drag on ground while vehicle was in motion. see safety recall 11s21 which recalled fuel tank straps on other 1999 ford trucks including F-150 and F-250 light duty but not F-250 super duty. recall should be extended to 1999 F-250 super duty.
- Parking brake
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. The contact stated that the emergency brake failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000. updated 05/24/16*lj updated 12/12/2017*js
- Engine · Unknown or other
This IS my 2ND replacement of a throttle position sensor. Very expensive repair! $500-600 (basically a new pedal assembly.) what IS disturbingly unsafe IS the driver will lose all throttle response anytime and unknowingly random timing. Could be on the freeway (with traffic on your butt! Could…
This IS my 2ND replacement of a throttle position sensor. Very expensive repair! $500-600 (basically a new pedal assembly.) what IS disturbingly unsafe IS the driver will lose all throttle response anytime and unknowingly random timing. Could be on the freeway (with traffic on your butt! Could be at a light turning left! Could be crossing a intersection or railroad crossing that you were stopped at! It IS very unnerving to step on the pedal and have no response when your very own safety IS at stake! I feel ford IS hiding this issue for decades and gouging the consumer multiple times! Please help me right this wrong. I notice a lot of posting on others having this issue for years!!! Why IS toyota held accountible for such minor issues like a floor mat hold down point and an american manufacturer can tell you "sorry"there IS no recall or free repair for such important function of a vehicle??? I pray that no one IS killed and forces a huge lawsuit.. Because ford won't recover from the claims! Again ,,i want you to think about this the next time you have your family in the car and you are in the position to safely move when your foot moves the gas pedal and nothing happens! This IS bs,, the cover ups need to stop!.
- Engine
This engine with aluminum heads blew out spark plug numbers 2 and 7. first occurrence on aug 11 2015 and the next jan 14, 2016. the first incident occurred driving down a highway and the next occurred starting from a stop light. there was a lag in power and then a loud banging noise and a strong…
This engine with aluminum heads blew out spark plug numbers 2 and 7. first occurrence on aug 11 2015 and the next jan 14, 2016. the first incident occurred driving down a highway and the next occurred starting from a stop light. there was a lag in power and then a loud banging noise and a strong odor of gas. this created an explosion hazard as well as put my safety in jeopardy as well as that of those around me. since the air/fuel mixture IS being blown out of the engine on the compression stroke and the coil firing normally this created a deadly situation. this problem IS known to ford and the company IS refusing to do anything about it for all vehicles with these particular engines that are having these problems. this shouldn't even happen with an engine. it's a manufacture/design fault. it needs to be addressed and fixed. the mileage IS not the issue as these occurrences are happening on the newer trucks/suvs as well with way fewer miles. that shows it's a manufacture/design flaw and a very serious one.
- Engine
Spark plug numbers 2 and 7 blew out of the cylinder head. number 2 blew out while driving down the highway and number 7 blew out starting off at a green light on a main street. there was a strong odor of gas when this occurred and serious vibration from the engine misfiring. this created a…
Spark plug numbers 2 and 7 blew out of the cylinder head. number 2 blew out while driving down the highway and number 7 blew out starting off at a green light on a main street. there was a strong odor of gas when this occurred and serious vibration from the engine misfiring. this created a potential explosion hazard since the air/fuel mixture IS designed to ignite from an ignition source. this jeopardized my safety as well as the safety of others around my vehicle. this IS a known problem to ford and needs to be addressed for all vehicles manufactured that are affected by this problem. mileage has nothing to do with this as owners of these specific vehicles with aluminum heads have had this issue at less than 100,000 miles.
- Engine
My V-10 ejected a spark plug.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton V-8 and V-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or…
On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton V-8 and V-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.as of december 8, 2005, odi IS not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.in addition, odi IS aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.in the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.in one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.in another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.none of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.as the petitioner noted, and odi?s analysis showed, it IS possible for a spark plug to detach from the engine cylinder threads in the subject vehicles.however, odi?s analysis of 474 complaints describing such incidents found only a very few alleged any safety-related consequences.none of these showed any evidence of a serious safety consequence.given the large population and relatively long exposure time of the subject vehicles, the complaint analysis indicates that the risk to motor vehicle safety from the alleged defect IS very low.in view of the foregoing, it IS unlikely that nhtsa would issue an order for the notification and remedy of the alleged defect at the conclusion of the investigation requested in the petition.therefore, in view of the need to allocate and prioritize nhtsa?s limited resources to best accomplish the agency?s safety mission, the petition IS denied.
- Engine compartment fires
Ea05-005 IS closed with ford?s actions in recalls 05v-017, 05v-388, and 06v-286, recalling approximately 6.7 million vehicles equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switches (scds).the brake systems in these recalled vehicles generate a vacuum that can potentially cause the scds to fail and, in…
Ea05-005 IS closed with ford?s actions in recalls 05v-017, 05v-388, and 06v-286, recalling approximately 6.7 million vehicles equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switches (scds).the brake systems in these recalled vehicles generate a vacuum that can potentially cause the scds to fail and, in certain switch installation orientations, catch fire.ford IS also including the entire population of 1998 explorers.ford has informed odi that testing to determine the cause of failures in the 1998 explorers will continue after this investigation IS closed.odi believes that the vehicles exhibiting the factors causing scds failure described in this report correlate well with the observed failure rates on these vehicles by model and model year.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist in the non-recalled vehicles manufactured with scds that are not included in ford?s recalls.odi will continue to monitor the non-recalled population for incidence of engine compartment fires.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see attached closing report for details.
- Parking brake failure
On may 11, 1998, ford motor company filed a defect information report concerning parking brake failure on certain 1999 F-350 super duty vehicles built at the kentucky truck plant from january 26, 1998 through april 24, 1998; recall 98v-101.the reduction in parking brake effectiveness may occur on some of these…
On may 11, 1998, ford motor company filed a defect information report concerning parking brake failure on certain 1999 F-350 super duty vehicles built at the kentucky truck plant from january 26, 1998 through april 24, 1998; recall 98v-101.the reduction in parking brake effectiveness may occur on some of these vehicles, and IS caused by the rust preventative coating the surface of the parking brake lining material which reduces the frictional characteristics at the lining and rotor interface.on march 13, 2000, odi opened rq00-010 on parking brake failures on 1999-2000 model year super duty f-series vehicles, on the basis of six failure reports on those vehicles.odi now has 10 reports of parking brake failure on the 1999 subject vehicles, built outside of the recall population, including three crashes.the data in the above table does not include parking brake failures on the recalled 1999 F-350 vehicles.the data received from ford in its response to the rq00-010 information request, revealed a high failure rate for the 1999 f-450/550 vehicles (1200r/100k), and a high failure rate of the 1999 f-250/350 vehicles, manufactured outside several of the recall build months.it IS recommended that an engineering analysis be opened to address the parking brake problem in the 1999 model year super duty f-series vehicles.
- Steering shaft fracture
Alleged that the steering shaft may fracture
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10205038Safety recall 11S21 - Fuel tank strap fracture - requests for recall service action
- 10183774For 1997-2003 F-150, 2004 F-150 Heritage, 1997-1999 F-250 Light Duty, or 2002-2003 Blackwood vehicles Safety Recall 11S21 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high corrosion areas for an extended period, where one or both fuel tank straps could potentially fracture. Strap fracture may result in the fuel tank contacting the ground. If the fuel tank contacts the ground and develops a leak while driving, there is a potential for fire.
- 10058101Ford/lincoln: safety recall regarding high corrosion areas for operating, for an extended time, vehicles where both or one strap of fuel tank can fracture, after contacting ground. Model 1997-99 F250 ld, 1997-03 F150, 2004 F150 heritage, 2002-03 blackwood.
- 10056624Ford/lincoln: safety recall issued due to one or both fuel tank straps fracturing due to being in high corrosion areas for an extended period and dislodging fuel tank. Model 1997-99 F250, 1997-03 F150, 2004 F150 heritage, 2002-2003 blackwood.
- 10023943Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6L 2V, 5.4L 2V, or 6.8L 2V engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. This includes F-53 motorhome chassis. Updated 2/23/10.
- 10014666Intermittent rough idle - non-commanded egr (exhaust gas recirculation valve) flow.
- 10014086General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
- 10013413Vehicle lean sag when observed from rear of vehicle.
- 10013369General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures.
- 10013316A cold weather reverse engagement stall.
- 10012965Service tips before arc welding on the frame or body of a unit.
- 10010734Vacuum pump inoperative or runs continuously - climate control defaults to defrost. Oasis. To also include 2005 super duty f-series, excursion, and f650/750.
- 10010001Customer maintenance reminder - literature program 04l19 - tie rod inspection procedure.
- 10008588Driveability-idle-high idle speeds-throttle sticks after steady state driving in extreme cold ambient temperatures-vehicles built through 12/31/01 equipped with 4.6L engine.
- 10008580Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock.
- 10008334Engine-light tick or rattle type noise from engine after cold start.
- 10008310Engine-cylinder head deck leak-4.6 and 5.4L engines-new service-only gasket and cylinder head kits availability.
- 10008119Oil/dust film at cac connections.
- 10007395Air bag light on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1871 or b1935 following ecs/rcm replacement.
- 10005093Gradual loss of power at cruise. Use fuel additive to prevent his condition. All super duty f-series 1999-2003 included. Oasis
- 10005089Oil leak at high pressure pump fittings and/or plug. This includes super duty f-series. Oasis.
- 10004948Squeaking noise coming from the upper door seal when driving over bumps. F250 model includes 1999-2004 super duty f-series.
- 10003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included.
- 10003149Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with no hard fault.
- 10002780Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457.
- 10002768Bi-fuel lpg vehicles (with coolant lock off) may exhibit a no start condition.
- 10002626Excessive drive-away shudder or vibration under moderate to heavy acceleration from a stop.
- 10002517On some dedicated CNG vehicles, a possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve. Revised service parts.
- 10001895Possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve, on some dedicated CNG vehicles.
- 6092047Subject regarding the availability of rear spring clip kits for vehicles exhibiting rear spring rattle.
- 6092045Subject regarding rear spring clip kits for vehicles exhibiting a rear spring rattle.
- 6091993Some vehicles built with 3-leaf or 4-leaf rear springs may exhibit a rear spring rattle.
- 6091960Subject regarding a loose / detached gimp moulding at the rear window.
- 6091936Subject regaring the ignition tamper switch.
- 6091911On some vehicles the front bumpers may exhibit red staining (spots) on the bumer wing ends.
- 6091903Subject regarding discontinue of the engine compartment beauty shield.
- 6091900Brief information regarding the discontinued tool box.
- 6091858Subject regarding vehicles exhibiting rear brake grab and shoe wear.
- 6091846Experiencing windnoise at the top of the door glass seal / weatherstrip molding area.
- 6091822Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a moan noise from the front differential when the vehicle IS operating in 4X2 mode and goes away when operating in 4X4 mode.
Every Ford F-250 model year
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