NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2002 Ford Expedition 2WD; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting — headlights. Owners filed 388 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 21 model years of this model in the database, 2002 ranks #14 for number of recalls.
Exterior lighting — HeadlightsCampaign 06E067000 · 01 Aug 2006
Problem: Certain maxzone headlight assemblies, depo brand, p/nos. 331-1129l-asn and 331-1129r-asn, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for the above listed passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Maxzone will notify owners and offer reimbursement for any noncompliant headlights. The recall began on july 28, 2006. Owners may contact maxzone at 909-822-3288.
Fuel system, gasolineCampaign 06E056000 · 13 Jun 2006
Problem: Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.
Risk: Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Remedy: Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on august 4, 2006. Owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.
Problem: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk: A fire at the switch could occur.
Remedy: By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 06v286)
StructureCampaign 03V094000 · 07 Mar 2003
Problem: Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology components, inc. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.
Risk: This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began march 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southern comfort at 1-800-745-6096.
What owners complain about
Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Engine17 · 42%
Seat belts8 · 20%
Service brakes7 · 18%
Electrical system6 · 15%
Vehicle speed control6 · 15%
Fuel/propulsion system4 · 10%
Suspension3 · 8%
Exterior lighting2 · 5%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
This is about a blown out spark plug. The blown out spark plug (#4 on passenger side)) happened when my family & i were traveling in highway near stockton ca at around 5 pm. There was no shop open and i had to call aaa to tow the 2002 ford expedition to our friend's house about 30 miles away. It was also a very cold…
Spark plug popped out my iginition coil and the threading section is stripped. When i started my car an exploration sound occurred. Also, my driver side head light won't stay lite even with replacement light unit. Also car stalls when car is facing down a hill, even with a full tank of gas. *js
While driving, the driver and passenger seatbelts in the front will randomly unlock. This car has not been in any accidents. The equipment is factory originals. This has become a real safety issue as we never know when they are going to unlock. *tr
Be driving any speed it works and both seat belts locking latch will release while driving. It has got worse the front passenger side will not latch any more. *tr
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.