Problems with 2001 Ford F-150 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. while operating the vehicle, the contact heard an abnormal noise. the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed extensive red smoke and fire under the front end of the vehicle. the fire spread to another vehicle. the fire was extinguished by the fire department. a fire inspection report was provided. two vehicles had been impacted due to the fire. the insurance company had not yet inspected the vehicle. the contact was not aware or notified of a speed control system modification from january 27, 2005 and nhtsa campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline) as of july 29, 2011. the dealer was not notified. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 275,000.

All i know is i was at a neighbors for around 1 1/2 hours and we hear a loud boom. we ran out side and my truck hood was on fire, it burned everything visible on top of the motor and toward the driver firewall . it busted the driver side tire and completely burned everything visible under the hood. the dash components as far as the eye can see are not bad, unknown of internal damage.i'm not sure what caused the problem. i did go to the recall site to see if there may have been something i did find this control switch for speed recall and not sure if it applies to mine.even though it brought it up when i entered my vin #. i did receive a recall on the gas tank straps but did not replace them they were in great shape. but i did not receive on on this. i do have pictures if you need them. thanks

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. while reversing, the vehicle crashed into a telephone pole when shifting the gear into drive. the vehicle accelerated to approximately 70-80 mph. the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to stop the vehicle. the vehicle crashed into a garage. there were no injuries. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. a police report was filed. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. the contact stated that the auto theft sensor illuminated several times and continued to illuminate randomly. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who replaced the key, but the failure recurred. the contact continued to have extreme difficulty with turning the key to start the ignition and the auto theft warning lamp continued to illuminate. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was not available.

The truck was parked out front of my house on the street and it caught fire.

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. the contact stated that she never received a recall notice for the vehicle nor were any warning lights illuminated. the vin associated with the vehicle is listed in nhtsa campaign number: 05v017000 (vehicle speed control). the contact drove the vehicle on saturday. on wednesday, the vehicle caught fire. the vehicle was not towed to a dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 165,000.

The truck was parked in my driveway for at least 24 hours without being used or turned on. the front of the truck suddenly went on fire. the fire department came and put it out. the fire burned only the front up to the windshield leaving the cab partially melted and my daughters car seat unsafe. now this mess sits in my driveway as i wait for inspector. as it falls apart more and more each day as my family and neighbors smell the burnt rubble and are reminded of that frightening afternoon. *tr

I parked, walked inside...moments later the truck was on fire.. *tr

2001 f150 xlt 4.2 v6 electronical control module (ecm) shorted out causing malfunction to my lights windows and alarm and my locks as well which is a theft concern and fire hazard as well. i feel in my opinion that this issue should be addressed and should be under recall and fixed under ford i spoke with a tech at a ford dealership nearest me and he told me that ford has not stepped up and said anything. i feel this needs to be addressed and is a big concern for me and im sure its a concern for others as well. so ford if you want business and you love your customers this will be fixed. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. the contact stated that while parked and occupied, the vehicle became engulfed in flames. the fire and police department reported to the scene and filed a report. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the cause of the fire was undetermined. the vehicle was destroyed. the approximate failure mileage was 250,000. *tr

I keep having major issues with my truck ejecting spark plugs from the engine which is breaking not only my spark plugs but my coil pack as well. this is rediculious. the first time i was at a light at a dead stop when i hear a loud banging noise like something exploded then my truck started running rough and had to get it towed. it stranded us 45 minutes from home. the second time was two days ago on march 18 i was driving through a drive thru again at a dead stop and heard a loud noise and had the same issue. again my spark plug was ejected and coil pack broken. the first time was in cylinder 1 and was repaired then one month later the next time cylinder 2 ejected. 5 minutes after it was repaired and had new plug and coil pack it again ejected. im upset because i can no longer drive my truck. if ford doesnt fix this i willnever purchase another ford. now it is useless sitting in my garage takin up space. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. the contact stated that while parked, the vehicle became engulfed in flames. the police and fire department reported to the scene and a report was filed. the cause of the fire was not determined. the vehicle was destroyed. the approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

Car was sitting in driveway for around 30 -45 minutes then just set fire. *tr

Rear lights, including brake, turn signals, and hazard lights quit working. this issue can be found on many online ford f-150 forums. the steering column wiring is too short, and breakage in the wire, or connectors can occur with the tilt steering mechanism. the tilt steering mechanism and short wiring has caused the connection to break inside the steering column trim on our vehicle, which caused the lights to stop functioning properly. i inspected the problem, and found the connector can move freely. i feel this is an issue since i am able to locate many others that have had the same issue from 1997 up to 2001 ford f-150s. *tr

As i was leaving a stop sign, i accelerated and a spark plug blew out of it's hole and will not go back in. this is a product defect that can cause serious injury or deaths to unknowing ford owners. ford should recall asap. *jb

My f150 blower motor unit just shorted out and caught fire while i was on the freeway. i am just so disgusted as i already got past blowing out sparkplugs on this truck as i had to remove the head and re thread it so they would be safe and now this. how does ford continue to get a away with producing vehicles that are dangerous to the public? i loved my truck but will probably have to move to a safer vehicle now. *tr

The vehicle had not been driven for several days. it caught fire while no one was home. there had been no problems before as far as running. the fire started in the engine compartment. exact cause was not determined. *tr

On or about 2004, complainant purchased a ford truck, f-150, supercrew, 4x2, model 2001. complainant owns and lives in a house. said house has a gate carport. by september 20, 2011, the above referenced vehicle had been parked and turned off for about one (1) week in the gated carport of complainants house. on september 20, 2011, sometime between 12:00pm and 1:00pm the above reference vehicle began to burn inside the carport. the flames and the smoke flowing from the vehicle expanded into complainants house causing damages to the structure and a myriad of movable objects located therein. according to complainants forensic expert, the vehicle began to burn as a result of a failure in the vehicle's cruise control switch deactivator. *tr

For a long time we had issues with the brakes even after getting new ones,about 3 wks before the fire my cruise stopped working.on the day before the fire i rolled my front windows down after i went back to work,an when i got off work my windows would not roll up,an i could not get the gear out of park,so i turned the engine off ,an just turned the key on,an got it to go into neutral so i could start it an get it into drive.the next morning i took it to the shop to see about the windows,an before it could be checked ,about 3:00 in the afternoon the engine off,the shop owner came out an the truck engine was fully engulfed. we didn't know until after the fire that there had been a recall on the speed control system that could result in a engine fire. we never received a recall notice. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. the contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph he began to see smoke rise from under the hood. the vehicle was stopped and shut off. while examining the vehicle, the contact noticed some of the wires under the hood were on fire. the fire was extinguished. upon reentering the vehicle, the contact also noticed that the anti lock braking system light was illuminating on the instrument panel. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the failure mileage was 130,000.

I have a 2001 f150 truck i went to leave work i started my truck and went to put it in gear to leave when i smelled something burning i noticed smoke coming from under my hood i open to hood to find a fire at the master cylinder . i grab the plug that was burning and yanked it out of the truck , it burn a hole in my reservoir holding my brake fluid and my hand. *tr

I own a 2001 ford f150 lariat 1/2 ton pickup truck with 95,000 original miles on it. on my way to work i noticed it began running very erratic and the service engine light came on, i immediately took it to the shop. the diagnostic check revealed the #7 coil wire was in need of replacement. the shop advised me to change all coil wires and spark plugs as i was nearing the 100,000 mile mark, the cost was $1,200. i opted to just have the spark plugs changed and the # 7 coil wire replaced for $240. the next day the shop called and said there was a big problem, the #7 spark plug broke off during the extraction. the $240.00 cost is now $1800.00. the shop said the head would need to be removed to replace the broken spark plug. i have no choice but to have the work done as the shop told me there was a big problem with spark plugs shearing off during removal because of poor design, they commented the spark plugs have a 100,000 mile guarantee to work, however, the engineers didn't figure on how bad the plugs might deteriorate making removal turn into a financial fiasco. *tr

2001 f150,,,, i was driving down the road a few weeks ago at around 50 to 55 mph , when i heard a loud popping noise coming from my truck . i pulled over right away, it sounded like a bad exhaust leak. i looked all under the truck and couldn't find any leak , so i had my son tow me home , as i opened the hood and started the truck i heard the noise coming from the top of the motor, after looking closer with a flashlight i found the problem the number 7 plug had been blown right of the head and was laying on top of the intake,breaking the coil pack in the process. it stripped the threads right out of the head,,,i did find a repair kit at napa for $220.00 and it still is not running right , and i also learned they only make a repair kit for the ford motors no other make has this repair kit,, so it sound like ford has a defect with the heads no other make has this issue. *tr

May 19, 2011 at around 4:20 am we were awaken by our neighbors that our truck was on fire. our 2001 ford f150 was on fire, an explosion had made a huge hole in the hood on the front of the driver side. the truck had last been driven the morning of may 17, 2011 and had been sitting in our driveway since then. the firemen said the fire was due to electrical wiring. we always kept up with all required maintenance. we had no idea of the problems fords were having, we now only have one vehicle to get around and the worst part is that it's a 2004 ford f250 which could also be a recall vehicle. our income is very tight because my mother is very sick and we are sending money for her medication and expenses, we have no way of getting another vehicle. our ford f250 is a diesel and diesel fuel is very high. someone please help! not sure what we're suppose to do or if ford will be responsible.

Airbag light lites up on dashboard, odometer does not always light to see mileage. *tr

Over 100 thousand miles the 2001 ford f150 cylinder 6 misfires replace and still misfires after 4 months. this is a common problem that shakes vehicle and makes it unstable in driving and acceleration. also creates loss in fuel economy. and also can provide the following web address of people complaining of this follow web address of others affected by this. this is one side of 400 sites of people complaining. http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/ford-f-150/t1bo1cb5bhpb0t4mu. *tr

Started truck heard a loud pop engine running rough checked,spark plug blew out destroying coil pack now called ford dealer they said no recall checked on internet noticed a lot of people same problem. a lot money to repair. i had just got back from a 600 mile trip if this had happened during trip would have cost me up to $4.000 to get on road again, this should be a recall! and if i get it fixed i will have to get rid of it because people are complaining 2 or more plugs are blowing out and i can not afford the fix .

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it suddenly burst into flames. the fire department extinguished the fire and stated that the fire was electrical; they could not determine the cause of the fire. the manufacturer had not been notified. the failure mileage was approximately 181,000.

Vehicle was driven to store where it sat for 15 minutes before restarting. upon starting, the engine noise was very loud, sounded like backfiring. engine was immediately shut off. vehicle was towed to mechanic. problem was blown number 8 spark plug, the well known problem where the plug was blown out taking the threads from the head with it. the mechanic was able to tap the resultant hole, add a repair insert, and a new spark plug. *tr

I have a 2001 ford f150 5.4 super crew white the spark plug number five blew out on the highway on our way home! i was with my wife and three children when this happened. it scared us it was a very loud noise it sounded like a gun shot then the motor started to shake and mis fire we smelt gas and as the truck was loosing power i had my wife who was driving pull off the road on to the side then we called the tow truck then we had it towed home! the tow truck driver stated this is a problem that he has seen alot and it is very dangerous it can start on fire and we could have been killed or in a crash because of it thank god we not! he also stated that there should be a recall but ford is too cheap and don't care about people they only care about money! i think there should be a class action lawsuit if not recalled and i want to have it fixed! i have looked into this on line and see that there are hundreds of people who feel the same way since it happened to them too! *tr

I had just arrived at a campsite with my family and turned the engine off in my 2001 ford f150 truck. i got out of the truck and noticed smoke coming out from under the hood. the truck's engine compartment had caught fire while parked, the entire truck was destroyed and my family and i narrowly escaped with our lives. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. the contact stated after parking the vehicle, she observed smoke coming from under the hood. the contact found the wiring under the hood had burned and melted. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was awaiting an assessment of the failure. the current and failure mileages were 95,000.

Coil over plug (c o p) on a ford 150. i have replaced different c o p several times. this is a ongoing battle i'm sure i cannot afford. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. while the vehicle was parked it caught fire on the driver side. the fire damaged the drive way where the vehicle was parked. the fire department stated that the fire was caused by an electrical shortage. the contact is aware of the safety risk since the fire nearly burned his home to the ground. the current and failure mileages were 220,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. while driving less than 70 mph in the rain, the vehicle stalled and was pulled over to the side of the road. the driver noticed a flame in the rear of the vehicle. the driver was able to exit the vehicle before it became completely engulfed in flames. another driver attempted to extinguish the fire, but was unsuccessful. the police and fire departments were called to the scene and a report was filed. the cause of the fire has not yet been determined. the contact does not know if her vin is included in nhtsa campaign id number 05v388000 (vehicle speed control). the failure and current mileages were less than 110,000.

2001 ford f-150 supercrew windshield leaked with no sign of this happening. shorted out computer, fuse box. engine shutdown while traveling in left lane of a highway. no crash but very close to causing one. was able to get into median. no previous accident with truck,original windshield with no cracks or blemishes. maintained well and typically garaged. *tr

In march 08, my f150 4.6l engine blew a spark plug...fuel was close to the exhaust manifold. i was very concerned that it would ignite, so i remained clear of the vehicle for quite some time, giving the fuel time to evaporate. this is a big problem, please step up and do what is right. ford should recall these vehicles. *tr

My 2001 ford f150 harley davidson edition caught on fire while parked on my driveway and burned to the ground. had the fire department arrived any later, my house would be gone as well. *tr

2001 f150 superext cab caught fire on 12/22/07. essurance has investigated the fire to be caused by the cruise control malfunction. *cn

Filed a report #10207914. the vin number was incorrect. the correct vin no. is herein. engine fire - ford f-150 - parked at 4am - electrical - source of fire. completely totaled. police and fire departments filed reports. i live in mexico in cabo san lucas. truck was purchased at galpin ford in north hollywood, ca. *tr

(1) vehicle was parked in my driveway (2) vehicle burst into flames starting in the engine compartment (on the drivers side) (3)fire department called to suppress fire as well as my attempting with a garden hose only damage was to vehicle and some scars on driveway. *tr

The truck was sitting in my drive way for hours prior to catching fire. my ford f-150 caught fire in my drive way and set my house on fire that burned and was a total loss. *tr

My 2001 ford f-150 supercrew caught fire spontaneously after sitting parked for several hours. *jb

I own a 2001 ford f150 supercrew truck. this vehicle caught fire and is a total loss. the fire captain told me that this vehicle is notorious for catching fire and i should report this incident. his opinion was that the fire was electrical in nature and that it most likely was from the cruise control system. the truck was in excellent condition both aesthetically and mechanically. *tr

My house burned down -- it appears that the cause of the fire was my 2001 f150 truck. the fire started at approx 3:00 am in the garage. my insurance company, country companies has a team of investigators onsite going through the debris. *tr

Woke up to in the early morning to truck alarm activated. when going out to see what happened the truck was engulfed in flames in the engine area. the truck was totaled. the truck was sitting all night. and hadn't been driven since 3:30 pm the previous day.*ak

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. the contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire which originated from the hood. the only part of the vehicle that was not destroyed was the bed. ford advised the contact to send documentation and pictures of the vehicle, and stated that even though there was a recall on the year, make, and model of the vehicle, it could not be determined that the explosion was a result of the recall, not even by the vin. the manufacturer stated that there was nothing they could do, and that the contact could take legal action if necessary. the manufacturer concluded that the cause of the fire was electrical. the failure mileage was 110,000. ak

Ford f150 2001 parked in the garage ignited into flames after being parked for over one hour. neighbor saw smoke coming from under the garage and knocked on the door. i opened the kitchen that leads to garage flames coming from under the hood. i opened the garage and fire spread to another car parked in the garage behind truck in the driveway. flames rose to upstairs bedroom and throughout the garage. *tr

My 2001 ford f-150 truck had a spark plug eject from the cylinder and hit the fuel rail while on the highway on 9-1-06 (70,000 miles on odometer). i had the truck hauled to nearest service center where they fixed the cylinder with a repair kit made for this problem. on 2-26-07 at 79 thousand miles another plug ejected with the same consequence. now the entire head has to be replaced at a cost of $3600 to me. *jb

Tl* - the contact called regarding the 2001 ford f150. the contact was traveling at 60 mph when he started to smell smoke. the contact looked out of the rearview mirror and saw sparks hitting the road. the contact pulled the vehicle over. looked under the vehicle and saw flames. he then left the vehicle. the vehicle became engulfed in flames and was destroyed. the fire department extinguished the fire and determined the cause of the fire as electrical. the contact was unsure whether a police or fire report was filed. the vehicle was towed away. the failure mileage is approximately 160,000. there were no injuries.*ak ford claimed the recall had been fixed. updated 03/19/07. *jb