1996 Ford F-350 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 6%of 130 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 102,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the fuel system of the 1996 Ford F-350, 6% of the 130 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 102,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a Ford F-350 7.3l turbo diesel. While driving on the freeway at 70 MPH., the check engine light came on and the engine power was reduced by half. After I pulled over the light went out and the engine returned to normal. Two weeks later the same thing happened again. I took it to a mechanic who found the fuel filter, the fuel pump, and the fuel pickup screens clogged with residue from the liner of the fuel tanks.”
NHTSA complaint #10466835, filed 2012-07, 157,000 miles“1. Began smelling diesel fuel in cab. Then noticed drips on driveway. 2. Went to sawgrass Ford on date below where I was told this is the fuel filter/water separator drain valve, and it is happening frequently and part is on back-order. They saw leak is almost a stream especially with engine running. 3. Two weeks and no call from dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #10314841, filed 2010-02, 47,000 miles“Fuel leak, fuel pressure regulator housing, fuel heater thermostat replaced 6/12/00. Needs fuel injector o-rings and new fuel filter. Estimate $690.00 hooks Ford commented this is a common problem for these trucks because of the polyurethane seals. Ford is no longer using the polyurethane seals. This problem is causing oil to leak into the gas line. Is this a driving or epa hazard?”
NHTSA complaint #723974, filed 2000-06“Consumer called complaining about having problems with fuel tanks leakeage. Also stated that they have found out that both deisel fuel tanks leaking and almost cause a fire. Dealer was contacted and stated that they can do nothing about it. Ts”
NHTSA complaint #8023601, filed 2002-12“There is an electrical problem that relates to speedometer that is causing vehicle to stall. Also, erratic performance of speedometer and inoperative gas gauge. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #872821, filed 2000-10Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 | 5% |
| 2013 | 7 | 9% |
| 2012 | 14 | 9% |
| 2011 | 20 | 15% |
| 2009 | 2 | 7% |
| 2008 | 10 | 8% |
| 2007 | 8 | 22% |
| 2006 | 22 | 15% |
| 2005 | 36 | 32% |
| 2004 | 25 | 16% |
| 2003 | 10 | 11% |
| 2002 | 4 | 3% |
| 2001 | 5 | 3% |
| 2000 | 9 | 3% |
| 1999 | 24 | 6% |
| 1998 | 1 | 8% |
| 1997 | 7 | 5% |
| 1996 | 8 | 6% |
| 1995 | 12 | 9% |
| 1994 | 6 | 6% |
| 1993 | 14 | 14% |
| 1992 | 11 | 21% |
| 1991 | 7 | 23% |
| 1990 | 9 | 23% |
| 1989 | 7 | 17% |
| 1986 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 1996 Ford F-350
28 complaintsTires
28 complaintsEngine cooling
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
15 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSeats
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Ford F-350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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