2002 Ford F350 Lariat V8 turbo diesel
Summary:
Would by another if they could improve reliability
Faults:
Bad glow plug. Replaced under warranty.
Glow plug controller failed. Replaced under warranty.
Glow plug controller failed again.
Driver leather seat cover wore prematurely. Replaced under warranty.
Front seat belt latch failed. Replaced/factory recall.
Three of four power door locks failed in power mode. Work OK in manual operation.
General Comments:
Tows a four horse goose-neck very well.
Ride is not bad for a one ton diesel.
Interior still relatively tight after 85,000 miles. No annoying rattles.
Glow plug system problems are serious in the winter.
Power door locks have the same reliability as my Mazda 626 (with 210,000 miles on it).
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 28th June, 2006
28th Dec 2021, 00:31
Still own my 2002 Ford F350 dually 7.3L, crew cab, 4x4, long bed, PTO, dual alternator, heavy duty camper package. As of 12/27/2021 I only have 136k on it. After the first 500 miles I had the full Banks kit installed with their trans command, exhaust brake and gear vendor due to ordering it with 4:10 gears. I kept full records of everything that has been done to the truck from day one. Engine oil has been changed every 3k no matter what. Transmission oil always changed early as well with zero issues. Here it is 20 years later and it still runs great. I get asked if I'd like to sell it quite often due to the condition of the truck. Only had to replace the high pressure oil pump, brakes and hoses. Otherwise it's been the best truck I've ever owned.