2002 Ford F-250 TSBs

67 manufacturer communications for the 2002 Ford F-250 sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 2002 F-250 problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

67Communications

What the bulletins cover

Engine13 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain13 bulletins
Electrical9 bulletins
Brakes & stability6 bulletins
Steering4 bulletins
Visibility & wipers4 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 67 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Service bulletin DOR-C2C6H-02 January 13, 2020

This SKU is a Spare Tire Hoist. Test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. We don't have evidence that these test results have…

Service bulletin DOR-U2J7Y-02 January 13, 2020

This SKU is a Spare Tire Hoist. Test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. We don't have evidence that these test results have…

Electrical SSM 48157 September 2, 2019

Some 2002-2008 F-Super Duty, F-150 and Mark LT vehicles may exhibit concern during or after programing the VSM. The programming may fail or vehicle symptoms such as inoperative door locks, dome lamps, door ajar indicators or auto lamps may occur after successful programing. To…

Steering DOR-B8H4Z-11 October 2, 2018

This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly may cause a perceptible increase in…

Service bulletin ASI-44408 February 1, 2014

FORD: THE RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE (RCM) WHEN USING VCM II, WOULD HAVE AN ERROR CODE 35 AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) B1035, AND DIFFICULTY ATTEMPTING PROGRAMMABLE MODULE INSTALLATION (PMI). MODEL 2001-2004 F-SUPER DUTY.

Steering · Wheels & tires LP-09L02 December 1, 2013

FORD TRUCKS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. VEHICLES HAVE EXPERIENCED SEVERE STEERING WHEEL AND FRONT WHEEL VIBRATIONS AND OSCILLATIONS AFTER TRAVELING OVER A BUMP OR DIP IN THE ROAD. MODELS 2006 F-250/350 SUPER DUTY 4X4. *PE UPDATED 7/22/09. CSC…

Engine 20228 April 1, 2008

1999-2008 7.3L/6.0L/6.4L/4.5L DIESEL F-SUPER DUTY - CLEAN THE CHARGE AIR COOLER (CAC) SYSTEM AFTER CERTAIN TURBO OR ENGINE FAILURES - SERVICE TIP.

Transmission & drivetrain 20052 November 1, 2007

1999-2008 F250-F550 SUPER DUTY 4X4 WITH ELECTRONIC SHIFT TRANSFER CASE NOT ENGAGING 4X4.

Brakes & stability 071110 September 19, 2007

BRAKE BOOSTER SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT A BRAKE PEDAL KICKBACK AND/OR GRABBING CONDITION WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES.

Electrical 06177 May 8, 2007

ADDING ADDITIONAL BULBS TO TURN INDICATOR OR HAZARD FLASHER CIRCUITS.

Engine 19728 April 1, 2007

LACK OF POWER DUE TO LOW FUEL PRESSURE - FUEL TANK LINER SEPERATION.

Fuel system 19621 February 1, 2007

LACK OF POWER DUE TO LOW FUEL PRESSURE, FUEL TANK LINER SEPERATION.

Transmission & drivetrain 04227 October 7, 2005

DRIVE AWAY SHUDDER OR VIBRATION.

Visibility & wipers 05188 October 7, 2005

SERVICE KIT AVAILABLE FOR WIPER MOTOR WIRING.

Visibility & wipers 05174 October 7, 2005

VACUUM PUMP INOPERATIVE OR RUNS CONTINUOUSLY - CLIMATE CONTROL DEFAULTS TO DEFROST MODE.

Electrical 18735 July 1, 2005

HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT - CHASSIS CAB INCOMPLETE VEHICLES.

Seat belts 042421 June 7, 2005

SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED.

Body & structure 18406 February 1, 2005

SERVICE TIPS BEFORE ARC WELDING ON THE FRAME OR BODY OF A UNIT.

Transmission & drivetrain 18376 January 1, 2005

A COLD WEATHER REVERSE ENGAGEMENT STALL.

Electrical 0471 December 31, 2004

WARNING INDICATORS-PARKING AID-REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (RSS) AND FORWARD SENSING SYSTEM (FSS)-FALSE ACTIVATION OF WARNING TONE-SERVICE TIPS. *MJ UPDATE.

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

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