2002 Ford E-250 Recalls

What To Do If Your E-250 Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 2002 E-250 take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 2002 E-250 Recalls

• VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Recall for 2002 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 13 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V399000
  • Number Affected 4,500,000

  Summary: Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 Windstar, 2000-2003 Excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 F-250 sd through F-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 E-150 through E-550, 1995-2002 Explorer, 1997 and 2002 Mercury Mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 Ranger, and 1994 F53 vehicles equipped with the Texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). The scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.

  Consequence: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.

  Fix: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 Windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 27, 2009. Owners may contact Ford at 1-888-222-2751.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V399000 »

• VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Recall for 2002 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 04 2008
  • NHTSA Reference #08V051000
  • Number Affected 225,000

  Summary: Ford is recalling 225,000 MY 1992-2003 econoline, MY 1993-1995 Taurus sho, MY 1992-1998 Crown Victoria, MY 1993 Bronco, F-series, MY 1995-1997 F-series Super Duty stripped chassis, MY 1992-1998 Mercury Grand Marquis, and MY 1992-1995 Lincoln town car vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity.

  Consequence: As a result, the fuse is located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and may not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground.

  Fix: Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on February 18, 2008. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V051000 »

• VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Recall for 2002 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced AUGUST 03 2007
  • NHTSA Reference #07V336000
  • Number Affected 3,600,000

  Summary: On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.

  Consequence: This could result in an underhood fire.

  Fix: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. Owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. As soon as repair parts are available (expected October 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. The recall began on August 13, 2007, and mailing completed by September 19, 2007. Owners may contact Ford at 1-888-222-2751.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07V336000 »

• EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE Recall for 2002 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced DECEMBER 15 2004
  • NHTSA Reference #04V589000
  • Number Affected 501

  Summary: On certain vans built on Ford E250/E350 chassis and equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.

  Consequence: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or accubuilt at 419-222-1501.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #04V589000 »

• EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Recall for 2002 Ford E-250

  • Recall Announced MAY 13 2004
  • NHTSA Reference #04V232000
  • Number Affected 28,456

  Summary: Certain vans and wagons fail to conform to the requirements of part 567, "certification." For certain 2003 E250 vans built with LT225/75R16E tires, the rear axle rating is incorrectly listed on the label. In addition, the tire pressure is incorrectly listed on the label for the rear tires on certain 2002 E350 wagons and for the front tires on certain 2002 E250 vans built with these tires.

  Consequence: Failure to follow proper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation recommendation can result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Owners will be provided with supplementary tire labels containing correct information and installation instructions. If an owner so desires, their dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on July 8, 2004. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #04V232000 »