2002 Ford Excursion engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 37 complaints for the 2002 Ford Excursion, 25% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 37 25% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 78,000 miles 30 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 1 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 2 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 6 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 7 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 7 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 30 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 78,000 miles, and 30% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 2 fires.
What owners wrote
The vehicle caught on fire under the hood while being parked in the driveway for more then 10 hours or more. The local fire department arrived to extinguish the fire. The cause of the fire was not determined. The consumer notified the dealer and the manufacturer. The main body of the fire was coming from the engine.
While driving my 2002 ford excursion on the interstate at about 65 MPH, I heard a thump under the hood and then my engine began to make a loud clunky sound (almost as if there were no muffler). One of the sparks plugs had blown out of the engine! Luckily, my excursion was still drivable and I was within a few miles of my home and could park it until I could seek repairs on monday. I did not take it to the ford dealership (trust issues).
Other problems reported for the 2002 Ford Excursion
- Tires 28 complaints
- Brakes 17 complaints
- Cruise control 16 complaints