MYRModel Year Report

2002 Ford Mountaineer

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2002 Ford Mountaineer
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:51:15.004Z

Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Mountaineer Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004
2002: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
19977
19985
19996
20002
20011
200211
20033
20044

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 11 total reports mention: power train.

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WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION/MAIN COMPUTER, NOW THE CRUISE CONTROL IS INOPERATIVE. *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030521

POWER TRAIN

2 of 11 total reports mention: power train.

VISIBILITY

1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility.

VISIBILITY

1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 11 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION/MAIN COMPUTER, NOW THE CRUISE CONTROL IS INOPERATIVE. *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20030521

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010604 — tires

THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: FORD IS REPLACING ALL FIRESTONE WILDERN

Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON MARCH 31, 2002. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT 1-877-917-3673 OR GO ON-LINE TO WWW.FORD.COM FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.

Campaign 01X001000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20011212 — SQ (closed 20020702)

INOPERATIVE AIR BAG SYSTEM

I 20040602 — PE (closed 20040928)

REAR LIFTGATE GLASS ASSEMBLY

R 20040930 — structure

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE LIFTGATE GLASS STRUT MAY BECOME DISENGAGED OR THE HINGE MAY FRACTURE ALLOWING THE GLASS TO FALL AND POSSIBLY BREAK.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL HAVE THE LIFTGATE GLASS STRUT BRACKETS AND GLASS HINGES REPLACED. FOR THE VEHICLES BUILT FROM AUGUST 1, 2000 THROUGH MARCH 3, 2002, THE DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HINGES AND LIFTGATE STRUT

Campaign 04V442000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Ford Mountaineer — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01X001000 (tires) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V442000 (structure) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Ford Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer?

The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Ford Mountaineer have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.