2002 Ford Mustang
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Ford Mustang is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 85 on record.
2002 Ford Mustang at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2002 Ford Mustang recalls 6
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Fix: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
Fix: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2002 Ford Mustang common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 213 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2002 Ford Mustang MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2002 Ford Mustang worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2002 Ford Mustang costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($2,929) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,947), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2002 Ford Mustang trims & engines on record
2002 Ford Mustang vehicles on record
2002 Ford Mustang GT Deluxe1FAFP42X42F157267
2002 Ford Mustang GT Deluxe1FAFP45X12F162423
2002 Ford Mustang GT Deluxe1FAFP45X32F240460
2002 Ford Mustang Premium1FAFP44482F179064
2002 Ford Mustang Deluxe1FAFP44492F169725
2002 Ford Mustang Deluxe1FAFP44412F113312
2002 Ford Mustang GT Deluxe1FAFP45X52F194985
2002 Ford Mustang Premium1FAFP44442F110274
2002 Ford Mustang Base1FAFP40432F175042
2002 Ford Mustang GT Deluxe1FAFP45XX2F120168
2002 Ford Mustang GT Deluxe1FAFP42X32F141464
2002 Ford Mustang GT Deluxe1FAFP42X52F134550
2002 Ford Mustang Deluxe1FAFP40472F232732
2002 Ford Mustang Base1FAFP40432F123099
2002 Ford Mustang Base1FAFP40482F147818
2002 Ford Mustang Base1FAFP40482F178650
2002 Ford Mustang Base1FAFP404X2F128798
2002 Ford Mustang Deluxe1FAFP44472F107238
2002 Ford Mustang GT Deluxe1FAFP42X72F210818
2002 Ford Mustang Base1FAFP40442F191282
2002 Ford Mustang Deluxe1FAFP44422F141572
2002 Ford Mustang Base1FAFP40422F233089
2002 Ford Mustang Base1FAFP40422F191491
2002 Ford Mustang Base1FAFP40452F214553
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2002 Ford Mustang — frequently asked questions
Does the 2002 Ford Mustang have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2002 Ford Mustang. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Ford Mustang?
Based on 213 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, service brakes, fuel/propulsion system.
What gas mileage does the 2002 Ford Mustang get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Ford Mustang at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).
How much is a 2002 Ford Mustang worth?
Comparable 2002 Ford Mustang listings run roughly $800–$5,200, typically around $2,929 (from 83 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.