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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FTZX172XXNA62504 · Checked Aug 7, 2026
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1FTZX172XXN•••••• 1999 Ford F-150

This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 1999 Ford F-150 build (4 vs 2).

4on this build
800on the model
348builds in total
Most reported Latches/locks/linkages 1 Suspension 1 Steering 1 Fuel System 1

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Fuel System Nov 2010
The contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. The contact noticed that the fuel tank was covered with rust and it was fractured, causing it to detach from the vehicle while driving. The contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer of the failure. The vehicle was taken to a private…
Latches/locks/linkages Jun 2002
Could the general public view the number of complaints for this particular problem?no safety defect listed
Suspension Apr 1999
Front shocks bolt getting loose and there is a knocking noise coming from the vehicle
Steering Jan 1901
Vehicle's tie rod sheared off on 1999 ford f-150.*mr the driver's side tie rod sheared off at the steering knuckle ball joint with the tie rod socket still attached to the ball on the wheel. This resulted in loss of steering control and caused the two front wheels to point in…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FTZX172XXNA62504 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.