Worst 2002 Ford E-Series Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Unintended Acceleration
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 Ford E-Series.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | — | — | 61,000 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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2002 Ford E-Series — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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