MYRModel Year Report

2002 Ford F Super Duty

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2002 Ford F Super Duty
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:01:17.778Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F Super Duty Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1981: 1 complaints 1981 1987: 1 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1995: 12 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1998: 14 complaints 1999: 93 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2001: 32 complaints 2002: 34 complaints 2002 2003: 27 complaints 2004: 14 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2008: 31 complaints 2008
2002: 34 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19811
19871
19891
19901
19911
19928
19933
199420
199512
19968
199724
199814
199993
200063
200132
200234
200327
200414
200527
200831

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 29%

29% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 18%

18% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

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

NHTSA ODI report, 20140818

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

SERVICE BRAKES 18%

18% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH FIRE
POWER TRAIN 15%

15% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing axle hubs.

TIRES 12%

12% of complaints: tires — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing sidewall.

Show complaint excerpts

PURCHASED 6 TOYO HT OPEN COUNTRY TIRES. 4 OF THE 6 HAVE SEPERATED

NHTSA ODI report, 20180122

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20030926 — PE (closed 20040218)

ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR FAILURE (ETC)

I 20040223 — EA (closed 20050210)

ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR (ETC)

I 20050922 — DP (closed 20060104)

SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD

I 20060622 — EA (closed 20071207)

ENGINE STALLING

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Ford F Super Duty — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Ford F Super Duty 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 Super Duty?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Ford F Super Duty have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.