2002 Ford F-350 SD Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 6%of 124 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 39,391miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2002 Ford F-350 SD, 6% of the 124 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 39,391 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“2002 Ford super duty powerstroke diesels with 4 wheel drive. The 4 wheel drive system on these trucks is called, electonic shift on the fly ... There is a dash mounted knob on the dash. The nob has written, 4x2 -4x4 and 4x4 lo . This past snow storm in northern nevada had chains or snow tire restrictions. So, on my way to work I turned the dash knob from 4x2 to 4x4. The 4x4 system light on the dash lit up and the truck went into 4 wheel drive. Shortly after driving and proceeding from a stop sign the rear tires started to spin, nothing from the front tires!! …”
NHTSA complaint #10051527, filed 2004-01, 1 miles“The contact stated while driving 40mph, there was a vibration from the rear suspension followed by a noise from the driveline. The vehicle was seen by an independent repair shop. The mechanic replaced the rear universal joint, but the problem persisted. The vehicle was returned to the repair shop for further inspection. The mechanic determined the universal joint needed to be replaced again.”
NHTSA complaint #10156334, filed 2006-04, 112,746 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Ford f350 super duty. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to have a safety recall repaired. At that time, the contact was informed that the vehicle needed to have an oil change. Also, the oil pan needed to be changed because it was rusting and pitting. The cost to replace the oil pan on her diesel engine is $2,399.82. The contact stated that the rear universal had to be replaced at 27,770 miles and then had to be replaced a second time, in addition to the carrier bearings at 47,325 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #10211934, filed 2007-12, 58,347 miles“I have a 2002 f350 super duty diesel truck. Several times (6-8 times) this vehicle has spontaneously moved from park to reverse. So far no injuries or damage to vehicle has occurred as a result of this failure. A co-worker of mine has reported the same problem with his 2004 Ford f250 superduty diesel truck.”
NHTSA complaint #10065842, filed 2004-04Related service bulletins
- 10023653Nov 1, 20071999-2008 f250-f550 super duty 4x4 with electronic shift transfer case not engaging 4x4.
- 10013402Oct 7, 2005Drive away shudder or vibration.
- 10014086Dec 13, 2004General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
- 10013110Jan 1, 2004Front hubs not engaging, not staying engaged and/or unlocking.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 38% |
| 2025 | 5 | 36% |
| 2024 | 6 | 13% |
| 2023 | 4 | 10% |
| 2022 | 15 | 13% |
| 2021 | 10 | 10% |
| 2020 | 54 | 29% |
| 2019 | 13 | 3% |
| 2018 | 5 | 2% |
| 2017 | 23 | 4% |
| 2016 | 17 | 8% |
| 2015 | 17 | 8% |
| 2014 | 1 | 14% |
| 2012 | 1 | 3% |
| 2011 | 4 | 9% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 11% |
| 2008 | 11 | 11% |
| 2007 | 2 | 8% |
| 2006 | 5 | 4% |
| 2005 | 13 | 6% |
| 2004 | 6 | 5% |
| 2003 | 13 | 10% |
| 2002 | 7 | 6% |
| 2001 | 28 | 18% |
| 2000 | 8 | 5% |
| 1999 | 15 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2002 Ford F-350 SD
41 complaintsTires
27 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Ford F-350 SD
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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