2002 Ford Expedition Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 58about this part
- Share
- 17%of 340 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 58 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 2002 Ford Expedition, 17% of the 340 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 25 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My Ford Expedition 2002 was recalled for fire hazard due to the cruise control. I had the repair done at mccoy mills Ford in fullerton ca. And a few weeks later my car burst into flames in my driveway while parked. The car was totaled and now I do not have a car and can not buy any thing comparable for the 12,000 the insurance paid. I believe Ford owes me the difference because I followed the rules and had the car repaired by them. What should I do now?”
NHTSA complaint #10335601, filed 2010-06, 58,123 miles“On the early morning of july 2, 2005 a fire started in our 2002 Ford Expedition. This has subsequently been confirmed by the houston fire department and 2 independant consultants retained by our insurance company. They indicated that the cause of the fire was the cruise control brake deactivation switch. The fire destroyed both of our vehicles and our home. The total damages are estimated at approximately $650,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10128231, filed 2005-07, 35,000 miles“First I had a fuse blow,that prevented the car from being put into gear. Once the fuse was replaced, it was fine. A week later,while stopping at a gas station,with the car turned off, smoke started coming from the front of the hood. Within minutes the whole engine was on fire. It wasn't until later that I found out that this problem was nation wide! I bought the car from a dealer,that was not a Ford dealer, so I received no recall notices! The car was totaled.”
NHTSA complaint #10196495, filed 2007-07, 74,000 miles“On several separate occasions the engine has revved upon depression or release of the brakes. This causes the vehicle to lurch forward unexpectedly. The radio also becomes louder as if the speed sensitive volume is affected as well. I have notified the dealer but as they have been unable to duplicate the problem, they have not responded. Please help as I fear that this will eventually cause an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #10016811, filed 2003-05, 21,500 miles“I have received letters from Ford stating that there is a defect in my cruise control system on my 2002 Ford Expedition. I have been receiving such letters for over two years. I have on at least six occasions attempted to schedule an appointment to get this repaired at one of several local Ford dealerships. I am constantly informed that there is a shortage of parts and they cannot schedule the repairs. If this is a serious safety concern, Ford needs to make it a priority to make the parts available. My most recent letter is dated may 20th, 2008.”
NHTSA complaint #10229982, filed 2008-06, 57,000 milesRelated recalls
- 05V388000Sep 7, 2005On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.Covers: Ford Expedition 1997–2002, F-150 1994–2002, F-250 1994–1999 +3 more
Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 9% |
| 2025 | 2 | 5% |
| 2024 | 8 | 10% |
| 2023 | 6 | 9% |
| 2022 | 8 | 7% |
| 2021 | 10 | 4% |
| 2020 | 15 | 4% |
| 2019 | 14 | 3% |
| 2018 | 15 | 4% |
| 2017 | 21 | 6% |
| 2016 | 20 | 9% |
| 2015 | 15 | 9% |
| 2014 | 4 | 6% |
| 2013 | 7 | 8% |
| 2012 | 18 | 15% |
| 2011 | 7 | 10% |
| 2010 | 3 | 5% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 13 | 9% |
| 2007 | 12 | 6% |
| 2006 | 29 | 10% |
| 2005 | 66 | 21% |
| 2004 | 21 | 7% |
| 2003 | 20 | 3% |
| 2002 | 58 | 17% |
| 2001 | 101 | 17% |
| 2000 | 124 | 14% |
| 1999 | 59 | 6% |
| 1998 | 78 | 9% |
| 1997 | 79 | 9% |
Other parts of the 2002 Ford Expedition
95 complaintsElectrical system
46 complaintsEngine
27 complaintsTires
26 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsFuel system
21 complaintsSeat belts
20 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
18 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsSuspension
14 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Ford Expedition
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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