Spark plug blew out of #3 cylinder in the head of a 1999 Ford F-150.

- New London, WI, USA

The #4 spark plug was blown out of the head. I was told my mechanic that it was an ongoing problem with my 5.4L V8 Triton motor but Ford will not fix the problem. I purchased the vehicle used two months ago and was never inform at time of the problem. I would never have made the deal if I would have know about this.

- South St. Paul, MN, USA

Spark plug spit from cylinder head.

- Poway, CA, USA

Bought a used truck, and after the warranty expired had to replace the starter/the ball joints/he upper tie rods, and the control arm on both sides. Engine manifold split, and exhaust system rusted. Later, while driving tie rods came off. There was a slight drop at the entrance to the parking lot, and as vehicle went back up the drop, it slid and there was an impact. Got out of the car, and saw that the tie rod came off and gouged into the pavement. Spoke to the manager of country club Chevrolet, and he simply gave consumer a discount on parts and labor. Yesterday he went to a certified used vehicle dealer and asked for the 88-point inspection, , and they were unable to provide that information.

- Otego, NY, USA

Replaced exahust manafold, my repairman said many Ford owners had same problem.

- Otego, NY, USA

When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, ABS system kicks in which causes the vehicle to skid. Also, both sides of the exhaust manifold engine bolts are loose, and there is a leakage which causes fumes to enter vehicle.

- Oakland, CA, USA

Poor gas mileage; has averaged 15.4 miles per gallon, and Ford advertises 16 city to 20 highway. Other F150 owners report poor gas mileage. Is this false advertising because I would never have purchased truck getting 15.4 miles per gallon when I travel mostly highway miles. I have a loud rattle noise under truck and the catalytic converters and muffler have all been replaced! also, vibration via gas pedal from engine (?) noted between 45 and 55 mph.

- Brentwood, TN, USA