2003 Ford F-250 Sd: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2003 Ford F-250 Sd: 4 recalls, 178 owner complaints.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 2 equipment/tire recalls that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #07V078000 · 2007 · 155,584 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch May overheat.
Why it matters: Overheating could result in smoke, burn, or an underhood fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on March 12, 2007.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #07V553000 · 2007 · 1,176,000 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle May function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Why it matters: In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2007.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #09V399000 · 2009 · 4,500,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The scds May leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Why it matters: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
The 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…
Exterior lights, Exterior lights Vehicle recall #11V352000 · 2011 · 26,715 vehicles
What's wrong: 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that May experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider May malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
Why it matters: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2011.
2 aftermarket equipment / tire recalls replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Exterior lights Equipment recall #06E026000 · 2006 · 61,944 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain 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.
Why it matters: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
The fix: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006.
Wheels Equipment recall #07E106000 · 2007 · 130,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain federal-mogul replacement wheel hub assemblies with the brand names: national, carquest p/nos. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, and 515060, shipped between January 23, 2006, and December 20, 2007, sold for light duty and medium duty trucks. The inboard retention nut used to maintain hub bearing assembly can loosen resulting in an ABS light indication, noise, and/or wheel separation.
Why it matters: Wheel separation can result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Federal-mogul will notify customers and will replace the hub assembly free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2008. Owners can contact federal-mogul toll-free at 877-489-6659.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 10 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (72): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (26).
- Transmission & drivetrain (20): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (10), stalls / loses power (6), leaks (4).
- Tires (18): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (18).
- Steering (15): the most common themes are steering problems (12), leaks (4).
The 2003 Ford F-250 Sd has 178 owner complaints, ranking #14 of 36 F-250 Sd model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 181). Complaints peaked in 2003 (33 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 49,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2002 (245 complaints, 3 recalls), 2004 (254 complaints, 2 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2003 Ford F-250 Sd have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2003 Ford F-250 Sd, plus 2 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2003 Ford F-250 Sd problems?
Owners have filed 178 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (72), transmission & drivetrain (20), tires (18).
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