2002 Ford F-650

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2002 Ford F-650
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:46.575Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2000: 5 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2002: 3 complaints 2002 3 2003: 2 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2011: 2 complaints 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2016: 1 complaint 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2021: 4 complaints 2022: 2 complaints 2022
2000: 5 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 3 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2021: 4 complaints 2021 2022: 2 complaints 2022
2000: 5 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 3 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2021: 4 complaints 2021 2022: 2 complaints 2022

2002: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
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20005
20019
20023
20032
20070
20080
20090
20112
20121
20161
20173
20214
20222

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

3 of 3 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing clutch assembly and universal joint.

Show complaint excerpts

The hydraulic unit slave cylinder when pushing into the clutch disengaged, which caused the vehicle to accelerate simultaneously. *ak fluid leaked out of the master cylinder and was removed and replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-27

Clutch pedal stuck at floor. @ 3,548 miles on truck. Installed drive line and ordered clutch pedal spring (108T replaced clutch master assm and recall spg. Adj. Clutch).

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-07

Service brakes

2 of 3 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Show complaint excerpts

When it rains out it may start on its own turn lights on sitting in the driveway in the middle of the night was the first time it always starts while sitting told there was a problem with water getting in gem moduel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-11-12

Also filed under Exterior lighting and electrical system

Exterior lighting

2 of 3 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing tail lights.

Electrical system

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2002-01-31Service brakes, air02V024000 Certain medium duty pickup trucks equipped with air brakes that include the optional trailer package fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 121, "Air brake systems." The air brake lines…

    Remedy: Dealers will re-route the air lines connected to the tractor protection valve. Owner notification began January 31, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should…

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Ford F-650 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 02V024000 · Service brakes, air

FAQ

Is the 2002 Ford F-650 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 F-650?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Ford F-650 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.