One problem related to tailgate latch has 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.
The support cables that retained the tailgate corroded. The condition caused the tailgate to drop. . On June 3, 2005 tom bowman (odi) contacted the owner to review the above report. The owner advised that his complaint was intended to address the spare tire support cable rather than the tailgate support cable reported above.
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