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2003 Ford Ranger Other or unknown Problems

Complaints
13about this part
Share
5%of 243 total for the year
Median mileage
99,500miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2003 Ford Ranger, 5% of the 243 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 99,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“My 2003 Ford Ranger edge frame has rusted around the fuel strap on the driver side. The frame has rusted clear through and broke in half. I have seen several complaints on the internet as this is similar to what was happening to the toyota truck that had it's frame recalled.”

NHTSA complaint #11130591, filed 2018-09, 112,000 miles

“Entire frame rusted out. Won't pass inspection. Obviously an ongoing problem. Driver side behind cab to bumper very bad. It is actually allthe way into.we got it on a line of credit. We are out of 5000.00 . Rest of truck is really nice”

NHTSA complaint #10896110, filed 2016-08, 87,000 miles

“I was driving my Ford and the back bumper dropped on the driver's side, sending it and the spare tire to the pavement. After further investigation, it has been determined that the frame is rusted through and only holding on by a small bit on the passenger side. Also, the spare tire support is only holding by approximately 1 1/2 inches. In addition, the cross member forward of the spare tire support that supports the evaporative emissions controls is virtually rotted in half.”

NHTSA complaint #10783517, filed 2015-10, 117,000 miles

“Two tires, douglas xtra-trac ii, bought from a local big retailer are not under warranty. Both tires bought on april 8, 2016 with less than 5000 miles on them are showing signs of band separation in the outer sidewall. I must contact the manufacturer to get any assistance with the issue. I plan to do this immediately, however, I am concerned that I may have a blowout while driving. Please investigate these tires and save many low income consumers from further auto damage and greater expense. The vehicle is shuddering when operating at speed of 43-65 MPH.”

NHTSA complaint #10885376, filed 2016-07, 120,000 miles

“Engine quit running,took to mechanic. Spark plug overheated blew wire off. Engine had water in oil. Engine is ruined. Was on highway.had to use wrecker to mechanic.only 160,000 miles on highway. Thought recall on Ford trucks to engines giving away prematurely.”

NHTSA complaint #11171618, filed 2019-01, 160,000 miles

Other or unknown: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026222%
2025614%
20241111%
20211311%
20201411%
20193413%
201121%
200921%
200852%
200752%
2006166%
2005228%
2004133%
2003135%
2002144%
2001224%
2000233%
1999284%
1998193%
1997113%
1996102%
199582%
1994113%
199373%
199232%
199122%
199055%
198923%
198822%
198724%
198613%
198514%
1984217%

Other parts of the 2003 Ford Ranger

Body and structure
43 complaints
Vehicle speed control
40 complaints
Brakes
35 complaints
Air bags
25 complaints
Suspension
23 complaints
Engine cooling
18 complaints
Fuel system
18 complaints
Electrical system
17 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
16 complaints
Tires
10 complaints
Engine
9 complaints
Seat belts
9 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2003 Ford Ranger

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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