2001 Ford F-150 vs 2002 Ford F-150
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 Ford F-150 | 2002 Ford F-150 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,236 | 821 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 169 | 134 |
| Investigations | 6 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 91 | 51 |
| Fire reports | 248 | 95 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–16 | 12–17 |
| Median reported mileage | 96,000 mi | 92,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-150 | Ford F-150 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 234 | 196 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 180 | 86 |
| Electrical System | 137 | 106 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 114 | 62 |
| Seat Belts | 78 | 50 |
| Power Train | 74 | 53 |
| Structure | 65 | 45 |
| Engine | 44 | 66 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 109 | 64 |
| Stalling | 61 | 48 |
| Vibration / shaking | 31 | 25 |
| Loss of power | 13 | 24 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 7 |
2001 Ford F-150
2002 Ford F-150
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.