2002 Ford Expedition electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 47 complaints for the 2002 Ford Expedition, 11% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 47 11% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 84,000 miles 36 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 22
- Injuries and deaths
- 1 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When electrical system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 2 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 6 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 7 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 9 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 4 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 1 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 36 electrical system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 84,000 miles, and 25% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 22 fires, 1 injury.
What owners wrote
Complete fire distructin of veh. Fire appears to have started under dash in wiring harness and spread to engine compartment as well as interior of unit. Forensic analysis indicates above. Forensic report available on request. Fire started while unit parked in garage and damaged dwelling as well.
Vehicle unexpectedly caught on fire while it was parked. Manufacturer was contacted by owner, and was aware of the problem.
Other problems reported for the 2002 Ford Expedition
- Engine 121 complaints
- Cruise control 58 complaints
- Tires 27 complaints
- Brakes 25 complaints
- Fuel system 22 complaints
- Seat belts 20 complaints
- Air bags 16 complaints
- Suspension 15 complaints