2002 Ford F Super Duty Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 29%of 34 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 82,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2002 Ford F Super Duty, 29% of the 34 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 82,000 miles.
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.
“The #9 spark plug shot out 9000 miles after the Ford dealership replaced all 10 plugs for $270. I was told by all private garages and mechanics locally that the Ford dealership had to replace the plugs otherwise they would shoot out. (glad I used the Ford dealership) when I contacted the Ford dealership about the failure, they told me that they would have it towed in and be able to fix it for around $350.00. When I explained to them that I thought they should guarantee their work and fix it for free, I think I made them laugh. …”
NHTSA complaint #10424758, filed 2011-09, 105,000 miles“I have a 2002 Ford f250 that in the last year has blown out the sparkplugs 3 different times. I have bought the replacement kit for it each time and I am still having the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10294473, filed 2009-12, 52,000 miles“Injector drive module (idm), diesel 7.3 navistar engine. Idm failed where the likely cause was water infiltration of the device with sudden catastrophic results which included a sudden significant loss of engine power, inability to maintain highway speed, inability to keep speed above 5 miles per hour, and demonstration of sever roughness during attempts to rev the engine or idle loads. …”
NHTSA complaint #10444842, filed 2012-01, 74,000 miles“Original spark plug was ejected from the engine thread on the head was destroyed. Dealer said it is a known issue, but there is no recall issued. Well, there should be one !!!”
NHTSA complaint #10226862, filed 2008-05, 87,500 miles“2002 Ford f250 superduty v10- engine. Driving to work at about 15 MPH. Heard a loud bang from engine compartment, engine started to idle rough, exhaust smell and loud popping noise from engine, towed to dealer wayside Ford marlborugh ma., verified spark plug blown out of head. Truck has been dealer maintained. Currently has about $70k miles. Plugs are not scheduled to be changed until 100k miles. Truck is not drivalbe, estimate about $300.00 to replce head and coil. Waiting for response from Ford for help. This is a commom problem per dealer and owners groups.”
NHTSA complaint #10104166, filed 2004-12, 70,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10026321May 26, 2008Ford: vehicles mistakenly charged $100 powertrain warranty deductible for fuel injector repair or repairs. No model or model years provided. *pe econoline, excursion and f-series…
- 10023943Oct 1, 2007Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6l 2v, 5.4l 2v, or 6.8l 2v engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. *nj this includes…
- 10018745Nov 14, 2005Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running.
- 10014685Mar 21, 2005Use of stainless steel exhaust studs in service for 5.4l 2v engine.
- 10014666Mar 7, 2005Intermittent rough idle - non-commanded egr (exhaust gas recirculation valve) flow.
- 10011162Aug 23, 2004Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. To include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3 | 10% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 2 | 14% |
| 2003 | 4 | 15% |
| 2002 | 10 | 29% |
| 2001 | 8 | 25% |
| 2000 | 15 | 24% |
| 1999 | 12 | 13% |
| 1998 | 1 | 7% |
| 1997 | 3 | 13% |
| 1996 | 2 | 25% |
| 1994 | 2 | 10% |
| 1992 | 1 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2002 Ford F Super Duty
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Ford F Super Duty
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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