2002 Ford E-450
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2002
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2002: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 73 |
| 2000 | 42 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 4 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 2 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
5 of 13 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.
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The inner right rear tire experienced a sidewall blow out. *nlm the consumer observed the right inside dual tire split near the tread line on the sidewall. (Tire model-R4 sii)
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-07
Electrical system
3 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.
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In early July my vehicle suffered an electrical fire in the engine compartment. This is a vehicle covered under the existing Ford recall for the speed control wiring.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-09-15
Spark plug ejected while driving on interstate causing emergency breakdown resulting in 550.00 bill for spark plug sleeve repair then 50 miles from this incident the fan belt shredded resulting in engine overheating and another emergency repair...
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-11
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Engine
2 of 13 total reports mention: engine.
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The contact owns a 2002 Ford E-450. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, a loud bang came from the vehicle and the vehicle was steered over to the side of the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-08-18
We were traveling north to south just outside of lasvegas when a spark plug blew out of the cylinder, with the injector still pumping fuel. In our 31' motorhome with a E450 engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-26
Structure
1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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I was driving down interstate 90 in South Dakota at approx 70MPH when a vehicle behind me flashed his lights. I pulled over and dragging behind me by only one hydraulic line was the rear leveling system.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-08-17
Service brakes
1 of 13 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2005-03-22Engineering analysisClosed 2006-08-02 Engine compartment fires
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2006-08-04Fuel system, gasoline06E056000 Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n F65277, shipped from January 16 through June 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect…
Remedy: Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2006. Owners may contact ufi filters USA at 800-230-5876.
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2006-08-07Vehicle speed control06V286000 On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Remedy: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2006. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. (Note: also see recalls…
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2009-10-27Vehicle speed control09V399000 Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 Windstar, 2000-2003 Excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 F-250 SD through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 E-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 Explorer, 1997 and…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 Windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module…
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2009-12-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 2010-04-21 HVAC Switch Failures
Buy-smart checklist
2002 Ford E-450 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E056000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 06V286000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 09V399000 · Vehicle speed control
FAQ
- Is the 2002 Ford E-450 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2002 Ford E-450?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 Ford E-450 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.