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The contact owns a 1999 Ford F-150. While the vehicle was parked and shut off, the contact heard a loud explosion. He inspected the vehicle and noticed flames coming from the hood. The vehicle was completely destroyed. A fire fighter extinguished the fire and a report was filed. The contact has pictures of the incident and is in the process of notifying Ford. The failure and current mileages were 127,000. Updated 09/17/08. The consumer stated there may have been a pin hole in the fuel rail. Updated 09/25/08.
Engine burned up oil, but was not leaking. Would put approximately 2 quarts of engine oil in vehicle. This caused engine to smoke. Took vehicle to mechanic who failed to locate the cause of the problem. Took vehicle to another dealership & mechanic claimed "O" ring seals may have caused the problem.
- Davis, CA, USA
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- Bakers Field, CA, USA