Radiator problems of the 2002 Ford F-150

Two problems related to radiator have been reported for the 2002 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2002 F-150.

1 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 07/05/2014

The contact owns a 2002 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while at a stop, there was an abnormal noise coming from the engine without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the radiator supports were rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,000 and the current mileage was 74,000.

2 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 01/05/2011

2 spark plugs passenger side nearest radiator 'blew', vehicle has had all reccomended oil changes, including one a week prior to the incident. This particular incident also shredded all the spark plug wires on the passenger side. This has happened 2 more times involving all spark plugs now on passenger side of vehicle.




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