2003 Ford F-250 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 Ford F-250. 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.

• 11V352000Jul 13, 201126,715 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Brake lights
  Covers: Ford F-250 2002–2007, Ranger 2004–2011, F-350 2002–2007 +5 more

  Reported issue: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal…

  Possible consequence: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on august 15, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

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• 04V327000Jul 7, 200483,687 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery
  Covers: Ford F-250 2003, F-350 2003, Excursion 2003 +2 more

  Reported issue: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with 6.0l diesel engines, the engine ground stud that attaches the negative battery terminal eyelet to the engine block may be loose.

  Possible consequence: If the ground wire is loose, electrical current may flow to the radio suppression strap causing it to heat and potentially melt or ignite adjacent components which could result in a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine ground stud and the radio suppression strap and adjacent components will be inspected for damage and replaced, if necessary. The recall began on july 23, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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