2002 Ford F-150 vs 2002 Ford Ranger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Ford F-150 | 2002 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 821 | 346 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 134 | 128 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 51 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 95 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 12–17 | 15–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,250 mi | 56,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-150 | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 196 | 39 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 86 | 51 |
| Electrical System | 106 | 17 |
| Power Train | 53 | 61 |
| Structure | 45 | 49 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 62 | 13 |
| Engine | 66 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 35 | 37 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 64 | 45 |
| Stalling | 48 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 25 | 18 |
| Loss of power | 24 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
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.