1999 FORD F-150 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

1,323

Owner Complaints

116 Crashes 85 Fires 11 Deaths

18

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

54

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 1999 FORD F-150

The 1999 FORD F-150 has received a total of 1,323 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 18 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 54 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine And Engine Coolingengine (116 complaints), Fuel System Gasoline (93 complaints), and Structurebodydoor (62 complaints).

Recalls for the 1999 FORD F-150

NHTSA has recorded 18 recalls for the 1999 FORD F-150, potentially affecting up to 6,181,275 vehicles.

Recall 11V385000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

| 1,100,000 vehicles affected

Defect: 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, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY,...

Consequence: 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...

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Recall 09E025000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 42,540 vehicles affected

Defect: 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 THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 09E012000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 16,270 vehicles affected

Defect: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 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 THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

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Recall 08E050000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 1,921 vehicles affected

Defect: K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

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Recall 07E066000 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

| 175 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 06E056000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

| 58,640 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

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Recall 06E060000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 87,745 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH

Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.

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Recall 06E065000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 3,593 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.

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Recall 06E067000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 19,413 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 06E052000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 14,616 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 06E023000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 292,000 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.

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Recall 05V388000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

| 4,500,000 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

Consequence: 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...

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Recall 02V008000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

| 393 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A HEAVY DUTY SERVICE PACKAGE FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS." A TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR OCCURRED RESULTING IN AN INCORRECT TIRE SIZE AND PRESSURE ON THE SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL FOR THESE VEHICLES.

Consequence: IF THE TIRES ARE INFLATED TO THE PRESSURE INDICATED ON THE LABEL, THE CUSTOMER WILL EXPERIENCE A HARSHER RIDE.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE SENT A CORRECTED TIRE INFORMATION LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. THE CUSTOMER MAY ALSO HAVE THE DEALER INSTALL THE LABEL ON THE VEHICLE, IF THEY SO DESIRE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE...

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Recall 00V284000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

| 4,500 vehicles affected

Defect: 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. HOWEVER, IT DOES...

Consequence: 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...

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Recall 99V039000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

| 32,240 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 4X4 VEHICLES WITH OFF ROAD AND HIGH FGAWR OPTION PACKAGES, AND 4X2 VEHICLES WITH SPORT OPTION PACKAGE. THE TIRE AND RIM IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION IS INCORRECT ON THE CERTIFICATION LABELS FOR THESE VEHICLES. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."

Consequence: IF INCORRECT TIRE INFORMATION IS GIVEN, UNDERRATED TIRES COULD BE PLACED ON THE TRUCK CAUSING EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR OR, IN EXTREME CASES, POSSIBLE TIRE BLOWOUTS.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A REVISED LABEL OVERLAY.

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Recall 98V194000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

| 1,700 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: IF AN IGNITION SOURCE IS PRESENT, A FIRE COULD RESULT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR.

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Recall 98V192000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

| 1,500 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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Recall 06E064000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 4,029 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.

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Owner Complaints for the 1999 FORD F-150

1,323 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1999 FORD F-150. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 116
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 93 2 Fires
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 62 1 Injury
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 55 48 Crashes 2 Fires 40 Injuries
Electrical System
Complaints: 54 1 Crash 14 Fires
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 52 8 Fires
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 47 6 Crashes 8 Fires 5 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 40 7 Crashes 7 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 37 2 Fires 1 Injury
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 33 2 Crashes
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 29
Engine
Complaints: 27 7 Fires
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 27 15 Fires 3 Injuries
Tires
Complaints: 26 2 Crashes 5 Injuries 9 Deaths
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 22
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 20 1 Crash
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 18
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 17 1 Crash
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 16
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 15 1 Crash 1 Fire 2 Deaths
Air Bags
Complaints: 14 9 Crashes 1 Fire 12 Injuries
Structurebody
Complaints: 13 2 Fires
Suspension
Complaints: 13
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 13 2 Injuries
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblymounting
Complaints: 12
Seat Belts
Complaints: 11 5 Crashes 3 Fires 9 Injuries
Steering
Complaints: 11 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 11
Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack
Complaints: 10
Power Train
Complaints: 10 1 Crash 1 Fire
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 10 1 Crash
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 10
Wheels
Complaints: 10 3 Crashes 1 Injury
Structure
Complaints: 9
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 9
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 8 4 Fires
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 8
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 8 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 8
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 8 2 Crashes 3 Fires 2 Injuries
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 8
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 7
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 7 1 Fire
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 7
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes
Complaints: 7 2 Crashes
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 7
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
Complaints: 7
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 6
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 6 1 Crash
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
Complaints: 6
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 5
Seats
Complaints: 5 2 Crashes 2 Fires 5 Injuries
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 5 3 Crashes 2 Injuries
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
Complaints: 5
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
Complaints: 5
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 5
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 4 4 Fires
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 4
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 4 3 Crashes 6 Injuries
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 4 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 4
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 4
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 4 3 Crashes 1 Injury
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 4
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 3
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 3
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 3
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 3
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 3
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
Complaints: 3
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 3
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 3
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 3
Air Bagson Off Switch Assembly
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinestorageauxillary Tank
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes
Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 2
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Air
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumshoeslinings
Complaints: 2
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
Complaints: 2
Steeringlinkagesarmidler And Attachment
Complaints: 2
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfronthub
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 2
Visibility
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 2
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
Complaints: 2
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 2
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontaldriver Sideinflator Module
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 1
Equipment
Complaints: 1
Equipmentmechanicalwrecker And Wheel Lift Devices
Complaints: 1 2 Injuries
Equipmentotherlabels
Complaints: 1
Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingfog Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestorage
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestorageauxillary Tankselector Devices
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragetank Assemblymounting
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagestailgatelatch
Complaints: 1
Parking Brake
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventional
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 1
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Power Trainmanual Transmissioncolumn Shift Assembly
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontwebbing
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdisc
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumdrum
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Boxshaft Pitman
Complaints: 1
Structurebodybumpers
Complaints: 1
Suspensionmultiple Axle
Complaints: 1
Trailer Hitches
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherlinkages
Complaints: 1

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#11534217 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | | 190,000 miles 1 Injury
The contact owned a 1999 Ford F-150. The contact stated that he had parked the vehicle and was standing outside of the vehicle, between the driver's side door and the vehicle; however, the vehicle reversed independently at 5-7 MPH onto the highway. The contact's back was slammed against the pole of a speed limit sign and he hit his face against the door. The contact stated that he was crushed between the driver's side door and the speed limit sign. The contact was released by emergency units and was transported to the hospital by air ambulance. The contact was diagnosed with a partly broken face, broken nose, broken eyes socket, broken teeth on the left side of the face, fractured skull, right and left clavicle fracture, 4-5 ribs fracture, which led to lung failure, hematoma in the abdomen, spinal damage. Additionally, the contact was on life support for four months. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed. The contact was unsure whether the vehicle was totaled. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 98V192000 (Vehicle Speed Control); however, the VIN was not included. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to send documentation pertaining to the failure along with medical bills and records. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.
#11404509 | ENGINE | | 230,000 miles Fire
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1999 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AT HIS RESIDENCE, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE WITH A WATER HOSE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND POLICE DEPARTMENT WERE NOT INFORMED NOR WAS A REPORT FILED. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO CALL THE LOCAL DEALER JIM CLICK FORD (6244 E 22ND ST, TUCSON, AZ 85711: (866) 787-4416) AND MANUFACTURER BUT WAS UNABLE TO SPEAK TO ANYONE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE. THE VIN WAS ASSOCIATED TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 05V017000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 230,000.
#11360722 | ENGINE | | 120,000 miles
LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS KEEP BLOWING, AS WELL AS THE HEAD GASKETS I ONLY DRIVE FORD'S, SO FORD PLEASE FIX THIS FOR US LOYAL OWNERS PLEASE.
#11360722 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | 120,000 miles
LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS KEEP BLOWING, AS WELL AS THE HEAD GASKETS I ONLY DRIVE FORD'S, SO FORD PLEASE FIX THIS FOR US LOYAL OWNERS PLEASE.
#11360722 | POWER TRAIN | | 120,000 miles
LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS KEEP BLOWING, AS WELL AS THE HEAD GASKETS I ONLY DRIVE FORD'S, SO FORD PLEASE FIX THIS FOR US LOYAL OWNERS PLEASE.

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Safety Rating for the 1999 FORD F-150

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1999 FORD F-150 in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1999 FORD F-150

Ford Motor Company has issued 54 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1999 FORD F-150. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

TSB-14-0147 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

FORD/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. *PE

17731 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

WHINE FROM POWER STEERING. *TT

0457 — VISIBILITY

POP/THUMP NOISE AT END OF WINDOW MOVEMENT AND/OR DRIVER'S WINDOW BOUNCE BACK AND REVERSE TO MID-POSITION. *TT

0416 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE

DRIVELINE CLUNKING/GRUNTING NOISE OR SHUDDER SENSATION DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELREATION AND/OR BRAKING. *TT

17448 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

REMOTE OIL FILTER ADAPTOR REPLACEMENT - NEW SERVICE PART. *TT

03103 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VEHICLES WITHOUT THE COOLANT LOCK-OFF MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION. *TT

0324 — VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR GLASS THAT BINDS WHEN OPERATED. *TT

01255 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST

SOME LIGHTNING MODEL VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A REDUCED POWER ASSIST AFTER THE FIRST TWO OR THREE BRAKE APPLICATIONS DURING OPERATING IN FREEZING AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TT

01L07 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

FIELD SERVICE ACTION 01L07 TO REPLACE INCORRECT TIRE SIZE AND PRESSURE INFORMATION ON THE TIRE INFORMATION LABEL. *TT

15502 — SUSPENSION:FRONT

CONCERNS WITH POP/CLUNK/CLICK NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN MAKING LOW-SPEED TURNS IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. *TT

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NHTSA Investigations for the 1999 FORD F-150

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 1999 FORD F-150.

Investigation EA11006 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Closed

Opened:

Fuel Tank Strap Failure Due to Corrosion

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