2002 Ford F-Super Duty: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 34 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is engine and engine cooling (19% of complaints).
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0
recalls
34
owner complaints
1
fire reports
83,000
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
No recall campaignsProblems tend to appear late (median 83,000 mi)1 fire report
Common problems
Computed from 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)19% · 6 complaints
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)13% · 4 complaints
Tires13% · 4 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)9% · 3 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)9% · 3 complaints
Service Brakes (brakes)6% · 2 complaints
“This accelerator pedal was replaced by ford in a factory recall on april 2011. At the time the original pedal worked fine but it was changed our anyway. The replacement pedal failed on 12/15/14. During failure, the vehicle engine completely loses power and goes back to idle. During certain maneuvers this is a very dangerous situation, such as accelerating to merge on the freeway or pulling out from a stop sign in traffic. I have read of many instances where this has happened to other ford owners. Ford needs to come up with a replacement that is reliable as this is a key component to safe vehicular travel. *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Diesel · Dec 2014
“After backing my camping trailer into my driveway after a 4 hour trip I noticed fuel on the trailer tongue and smelled a strong smell of diesel. Looking under the truck while it was still running I observed diesel fuel pouring out on the ground from the motor. I quickly shut the motor off before a fire resulted from the hot motor. Later, after searching for the source of the leak it was found that a metal clip that was secured around a steel fuel line and had rubbed through the line causing fuel to leak out on top of the motor. *tr”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Sep 2014
“My f-250 ford diesel truck caught fire while it was parked. Electronic brake control ABS module burned and cruised control stopped working. Wiring harness was burned away from the ABS module. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes · Aug 2014
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“Spark plug ejected from head, came out with such force as to break the coil on the fuel rail, shatter the spark plug and disintegrated the spark plug boot. Had to tap larger hole and install threaded insert so a new spark plug could be threaded into head and torqued to specs. Replaced the coil and boot and reinstall the fuel rail and injectors to make the truck serviceable again. *tr”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2013
“While traveling down interstate at 65 mph with speed control engaged, when hitting brake to begin slow down to exit up ramp, I pressed the brake to disengage the speed control, however the truck began to accelerate even when depressing the off button for speed control. Vehicle continued to accelerate, so I had to put transmission into neutral and pull over until vehicle slowed. *tr”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Dec 2011
“The #9 spark plug shot out 9000 miles after the ford dealership replaced all 10 plugs for $270. I was told by all private garages and mechanics locally that the ford dealership had to replace the plugs otherwise they would shoot out. (glad I used the ford dealership) when I contacted the ford dealership about the failure, they told me that they would have it towed in and be able to fix it for around $350.00. When I explained to them that I thought they should guarantee their work and fix it for free, I think I made them laugh. If and when I get this truck fixed and sold, I will never ever by a ford product again. *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 2011
“I have a 2002 ford f250 that in the last year has blown out the sparkplugs 3 different times. I have bought the replacement kit for it each time and I am still having the problem. *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2009
“Original spark plug was ejected from the engine thread on the head was destroyed. Dealer said it is a known issue, but there is no recall issued. Well, there should be one !!! *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2008
“Upon trying to leave parking lot vehcile failed to excellerate. There was no reaction when the excellerator was pressed. Problem was intermitten and we made it home. But, the problem comes and goes with out notice making it very dangerous to pull out into traffic”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jun 2005
“2002 ford f250 superduty v10- engine. Driving to work at about 15 mph. Heard a loud bang from engine compartment, engine started to idle rough, exhaust smell and loud popping noise from engine, towed to dealer wayside ford marlborugh ma., verified spark plug blown out of head. Truck has been dealer maintained. Currently has about $70k miles. Plugs are not scheduled to be changed until 100k miles. Truck is not drivalbe, estimate about $300.00 to replce head and coil. Waiting for response from ford for help. This is a commom problem per dealer and owners groups.*ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2004
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
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Is the 2002 Ford F-Super Duty reliable?
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 2002 Ford F-Super Duty. The most complained-about area is engine and engine cooling (19% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2002 Ford F-Super Duty problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 83,000 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.