2002 Ford F-150 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
11 -15 City / 16 -18 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
231 -380
Seats
2 -6
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Mark R
The best truck I have ever owned!
My Ford f150 runs very good and has plenty of power with the triton v8. I have no problems in the winter she starts right up and snow is not a problem. I like being up higher and being able to see above traffic. My truck is very quiet and very powerful. I like my truck so much that I will definitely buy another one.
accountCircle Am M
Solid and dependable. My truck!
No problems. Wish it got more than 15 mpg but - I knew that when I bought it! It's solid, dependable, has great passenger room, great storage in bed and back seat. Winter is coming; heat is quick and awesome. On the fly - 4WD is incredible. Have used it in Colorado mountains one entire winter and got through some deep mud and snow easily.
accountCircle Mark H
It has been a very dependable truck. .
I really like the interior size. It drives well for a big vehicle. Mileage can always be a little better. No complaints.
accountCircle Dave W
Fuel efficiency is good, but acceleration is needed for steep inclines.
Have always gotten great service from this pickup. Since it has been owned all that has been done is maintenance. It is on its third battery and the oil is changed on schedule. The only thing I have to watch is to make sure I accelerate at the bottom of a steep incline.
accountCircle Brian C
Limited edition Harley Davidson with supercharged engine.
Have owned this vehicle since 2002 and is a daily driver since purchase. It is the Harley Davidson f150 edition. With approximately 187, 000 miles and counting. I take meticulous care of the automobile and enjoy the compliments. Planning on purchasing a new truck in about two years but I will not get rid of this one.
accountCircle Heather W
When I can afford it I will be buying a new one and its lasted a long time so it's well worth the money
I love that it's a 6 passenger. I also love that I can use the bed for things and I can help deliver things for family. How big it sits and talk it is
accountCircle Bonny C
It is a very useful truck for me and I love driving it everywhere I go.
My f-150 has been super duper reliable for me and has never broke down or cause me any problems at all the entire time I have owned it. I have taken it on many long distance road trips with no problems. It has plenty of room and rides very nice and quiet. Gets great gas mileage.
accountCircle Nett S
Very comfortable. Looks are nice am very happy with my truck.
I got my f150 new have had it sense. I love my truck, I love the looks of it. I have had a problem with the ac a few months ago. Have not had any big problems so far other than ac. The leather is wearing out. I have had the back window is not working now husband has not checked out yet. The side mirror does not work. But after all the truck is a 2002 truck.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Josh
Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew
The name FORD speaks for itself. I have a 2002 Ford F-150 XLT V8 SuperCrew. Have had to put a lot of investments into it over the past 4 years I’ve owned it. It has 247,000 miles on it. Replacements made since owning it. Fuel pump, radiator, alternator, universal joints, thermostat. Ford has yet to prove to me that they are reliable because they are money investors.. Once one part goes out everything else starts going out. I’ve never had to replace as many parts on anything I’ve ever owned until I bought a ford. The only good thing about Ford is the four wheel drive.
accountCircle Angie M
It doesn't have 4 wheel drive, all trucks should have standard 4 wheel drive!!!
It fits our family of 6 and is good for hauling loads of stuff, but it is constantly have mechanical problems and we want to replace it with another truck.
accountCircle Bob J
Good amount of passenger space and plenty of room for hauling.
Suits my needs.is comfortable. Drives well. Gas mileage.
accountCircle Abigail L
2002 ford f-150 dependable.
My truck is pretty reliable. The four-wheel drive is really useful in the winter. Driving stick shift drives better in my opinion. I can pull heavy trailers and it definitely holds up; I drove all the way up to bg which is 3 hours away with my best friend. I have had this truck for a few years and it has not had any major issues.
accountCircle Katie A
It is a 2002 ford f150. 200,000 plus miles. Great space inside
We absolutely love our truck. We were given it used. It has run great and we have had no problems with it. It currently has over 200,000 miles and is still doing great.
accountCircle Chad D
That it is paid for and I don't have to buy one anytime soon.
It's a company vehicle I get to use. Runs fine,not fond of white.
accountCircle John W
Fords needs work for the first few years
Radio stop working after 3 years. Had lots of transmission problem over the years. It's a good work truck. Ford's normally run good after you get all the bugs fixed. This is my second used one the new ones cost to much
accountCircle Mariah E
Blue/green Ford f-150 2 door cab.
Problems: slow to accelerate, does not show mileage and the gas gauge stopped working. Reliability: I have had it for a really long time so at this point it is not very reliable. Comfort: this truck comfortably fits 6 people. The size of the cab is a good size. The door size is a bit of an issue. It has a middle seat which can also be a cup holder for when you do not need to use it.

Ford F-150 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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XL
231-260 HP 16-16 MPG 5-6 Seats
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XLT
231-260 HP 16-16 MPG 5-6 Seats
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Lightning
380 HP 14-14 MPG 2-3 Seats
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Lariat
231-260 HP 16-16 MPG 5-6 Seats
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King Ranch
231-260 HP 16-16 MPG 4-5 Seats
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Harley Davidson
380 HP 14-14 MPG 5 Seats
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2002 Ford F-150 Owner Reviews

4.30
200 Reviews
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5 stars 49%
4 stars 35%
3 stars 16%
2 stars 1%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Mark R on June 11, 2021
The best truck I have ever owned!
My Ford f150 runs very good and has plenty of power with the triton v8. I have no problems in the winter she starts right up and snow is not a problem. I like being up higher and being able to see above traffic. My truck is very quiet and very powerful. I like my truck so much that I will definitely buy another one.
accountCircle Josh R on May 16, 2021
It's dependable. I now I can get into my vehicle even with it's age and drive across the states to visit family.
Overall a good truck.pretty decent on gas mileage. Still looks great after a lot of years and fairly dependable. I dislike that it is older. Would like an newer one. Dislike that the seat motor has quit. Also it uses oil. Not uncommon for an older vehicle.
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Ranks #10 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2002 Ford F-150 has an average owner rating of 4.32 out of 5 which ranks it #10 of 16 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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Ranks #3 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Ford F-150 has a combined MPG of 19 which ranks it #3 of 6 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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2002 Toyota Tundra
19 MPG
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17 MPG

Is The 2002 Ford F-150 A Good Car?

Yes it is.. Very dependable. I trust it to go anywhere. The seats are a bit worn out but I just throw a pillow in the seat & go! It has seen a lot of rivers & handles pulling a boat very well. I love... Read More
Colleen B.
Yes it is a very good truck. It is built strong, rides nice, has a back seat... which could be a little bigger for adults legroom.
Emma F.
Yes it’s a pleasure to drive and is very dependable and drives like a car, it is also a good work truck
Hannah M.
Yes. It is a very good vehicle and very trustworthy. Working parts seem to hold up longer than stated. Repairs are mainly done for wear and tear reasons.
Ryan M.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Ford F-150?

It's very reliable..the main problem we had was the rear end whining but we replaced the rear end & she happily pulls the boat again. I wouldn't be scared to get in & drive out of town in it
Janet K.
It does not have any problems at the moment. The ball joint was recently fixed. It had other issues that were taken care of as well.
Carol J.
No I haven't had any major problems, other than brakes, tires, and oil changes. It has over a hundred thousand miles on it
Kim S.
I find this truck to be very reliable. This is my second truck of the early 2000's and I have never had any serious problems whatsoever. Most all repairs are on a wear and tear basis. I highly... Read More
Shan D.

Is The 2002 Ford F-150 A Good Value?

I don't know what they cost now but we paid 1000.00 for ours used & it was a great buy. I would assume around 20,000 for a new one
Kelsey C.
$14000 at a buy here pay here location. It is a little pricey but I expected that. If I had to do over again, I would still make the purchase
Rochelle F.
I purchased it used and it is a special edition and it had low mileage so for the price I paid it was a bargain
Maria P.
Depends on when you bought it or plan on buying this truck... Purchased new during the early 2000's, the cost could be $30,000 as up. If purchased now in the current year, you could spend about... Read More
Sally R.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2002 Ford f150 power steering fluid type?

Answer: The recommended power steering fluid for Your 2002 Ford F-150 is Mercon power steering fluid. You can also use Prestone power steering fluid. Both of these are recommended, with great performance. If You ever...

What's the 2002 Ford f150 brake line size?

Answer: From time to time, You'll have some issues with the brake lines in any vehicle; the 2002 Ford F-150 is no exception. By virtue of nature, as a vehicle starts to age, the integrity of the brake lines is...

What's the 2002 Ford f150 5.4 Coolant capacity?

Answer: The coolant capacity listed for the 2002 Ford F-150 5.4 triton V8 is listed aS5.4 gallons. The engine will require it to be A50/50 mix of coolant and distilled water so 2.7 gallons of each. This is important...

What is the 2002 Ford f150 starter relay fuse location?

Answer: The 2002 Ford F-150 starter relay fuse location is on the firewall. This piece of equipment will eventually become useless at some point. The battery will need to be swapped out every 50,000 to 60,000 miles. It...

What is the 2002 Ford f150 cruise control fuse location?

Answer: The 2002 Ford F-150 cruise control fuse can be found in the fuse compartment that is under the hood and it is labeled as the speed control fuse. This fuse communicates with the vehicle's ECU to allow the cruise...
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Safety & Reliability

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Side

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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