2003 Ford Explorer Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 Ford Explorer. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 04V442000Sep 13, 2004955,732 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Hinge and attachments
  Covers: Ford Explorer 2002–2003, Mountaineer 2002–2003

  Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles, the liftgate glass strut may become disengaged or the hinge may fracture allowing the glass to fall and possibly break.

  Possible consequence: If the hinge should fracture, there is a potential for the glass to fall and ultimately break and personal injuries could occur.

  Remedy: Dealers will have the liftgate glass strut brackets and glass hinges replaced. For the vehicles built from august 1, 2000 through march 3, 2002, the dealers will replace the hinges and liftgate strut bracket. On vehicles built from march 3, 2002 through june 23, 2003, the dealers will only replace the hinges. The…

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• 03V094000Mar 7, 20033,674 vehicles potentially affected
  Body and structure
  Covers: Ford Explorer 2000–2003, Dodge Grand Caravan 2000–2003, Ford Expedition 2000–2003 +9 more

  Reported issue: Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology components, inc. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.

  Possible consequence: This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began march 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southern comfort at 1-800-745-6096.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA09013Vehicle Rollaway AllegationsClosed · Aug 18, 2009
• PE09020Vehicle rollaway allegationsClosed · Apr 21, 2009

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