1996 Ford F-150 fuel system problems
Owners reported fuel system problems in 57 complaints for the 1996 Ford F-150, 15% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 57 15% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 104,000 miles 34 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 4 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When fuel system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 1 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 1 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 11 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 8 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 5 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 3 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 2 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 34 fuel system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 104,000 miles, and 6% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 4 injuries.
What owners wrote
Going 35MPH a frontal collision occurred where on impact a fire came from both sides of the hood, causing total damage to the vehicle. Afterwards, saw fuel coming out of one of its fuel lines.
The contact owns a 1996 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle started to shutoff and restart independently. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The mechanic informed the contact that the rear tank’s fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that there was no open recall associated with the VIN for the failure.
Other problems reported for the 1996 Ford F-150
- Electrical system 57 complaints
- Brakes 42 complaints
- Cruise control 36 complaints
- Engine 27 complaints
- Air bags 24 complaints
- Tires 24 complaints
- Suspension 23 complaints
- Steering 20 complaints