2002 Ford E-550 recalls and problems

The 2002 Ford E-550 has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2002 Ford E-550 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Ford E-550 recalls

Recall 09V-399: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Oct 13, 2009 · 4,500,000 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (Scds). The scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.

Risk: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.

Fix: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 27, 2009. Owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.

Recall 07V-078: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Mar 6, 2007 · 155,584 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.

Risk: Overheating could result in smoke, burn, or an underhood fire.

Fix: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on march 12, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (Note: also see recalls 05v017, 05v388, and 06v286)

2002 Ford E-550 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 187,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2002 Ford E-550 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 187,000 miles · reported Dec 7, 2008

Purchased a used ford 550 diesel bucket truck, in nov. 2007 two weeks after truck started to not start at times and would stall while driving down the road. We drove it to the dealership and had it towed in several times, dealership would send truck back to us and it would again stall on the road, after this happened two times in a row and it was back at dealership when they told us again nothing wrong with it. We told them to take it home for the night. They did and of course it stalled on the road. They then started to break down the engine to find what was wrong. They thought that the…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Ford E-550 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Ford E-550: 09V-399 (vehicle speed control), 07V-078 (vehicle speed control). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Ford E-550?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 187,000 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.