2002 Ford F-350 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 9%of 116 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 64,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the brakes of the 2002 Ford F-350, 9% of the 116 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 64,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Failure of the clutch master cylinder resulted in a stalled vehicle in the number 1 lane of I-80w out of sacramento, ca. Very heavy labor day traffic prevented an accident. (stop and go traffic). As a result of the failure, the truck wouldn't shift into gear after the gear shift lever was placed in neutral.”
NHTSA complaint #10474013, filed 2012-09, 89,560 miles“While driving/braking low speeds, the consumer can hear/see the front passenger side brakes dragging/squeaking noise. The dealerships mechanic inform the consumer that the problem was pertaining to the brake caliper bolt failure , but did not resolve the problem. Please provide more information”
NHTSA complaint #10066632, filed 2004-04, 64,000 miles“When applying the brakes the steering locked without warning. The dealer stated there was no fix. A special service message was sent out which stated increased steering effort at low speed or while stopped was a normal condition with hydroboost or vacuum operated brakes.”
NHTSA complaint #10065512, filed 2004-04, 23,000 miles“Consumer indicated that cruise control shut off without warning when engaged. When this occurred there was a loss of power. Dealership indicated this was caused by a brake sensor failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10057218, filed 2004-02, 1,100 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Ford F-350. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the pedal erroneously traveled to the floorboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician advised the contact that the brake lines were corroded and leaking brake fluid. The technician also advised that the brake lines would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10484847, filed 2012-11, 68,000 milesRelated recalls
- 11V352000Jul 13, 2011Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service…Covers: Ford F-350 2002–2007, Ranger 2004–2011, F-250 2002–2007 +5 more
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 4 | 4% |
| 2012 | 8 | 5% |
| 2011 | 4 | 3% |
| 2009 | 2 | 7% |
| 2008 | 13 | 10% |
| 2007 | 2 | 6% |
| 2006 | 8 | 6% |
| 2005 | 7 | 6% |
| 2004 | 10 | 6% |
| 2003 | 8 | 9% |
| 2002 | 11 | 9% |
| 2001 | 25 | 16% |
| 2000 | 42 | 14% |
| 1999 | 78 | 19% |
| 1998 | 1 | 8% |
| 1997 | 32 | 21% |
| 1996 | 28 | 22% |
| 1995 | 41 | 31% |
| 1994 | 33 | 35% |
| 1993 | 28 | 28% |
| 1992 | 12 | 23% |
| 1991 | 8 | 26% |
| 1990 | 15 | 38% |
| 1989 | 8 | 19% |
| 1988 | 6 | 21% |
| 1987 | 1 | 13% |
| 1986 | 3 | 21% |
Other parts of the 2002 Ford F-350
20 complaintsEngine cooling
19 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Ford F-350
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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