2003 Ford Taurus Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2003 Ford Taurus. 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.

• 04V105000Mar 2, 2004399,926 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling
  Covers: Ford Taurus 2003, Mercury Sable 2003

  Reported issue: On certain vehicles, the air filter paper in these vehicles can smolder or burn.

  Possible consequence: This can lead to damage to the air induction system on these vehicles and/or an underhood fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the air filter element. Owner notification began on march 10, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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• 04V106000Mar 2, 2004938,789 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
  Covers: Ford Taurus 2000–2003, Mercury Sable 2000–2003

  Reported issue: Certain passenger vehicles are being recalled to correct a problem with a malfunctioning stop lamp switch and/or associated wiring. This malfunctioning could render the stop lamps inoperable or cause them to stay on all the time. This could cause confusion to a following driver, which could lead to a crash.

  Possible consequence: In addition, if the switch and/or associated wiring fail in the open position, the brake lights will not actuate and the driver will not be able to shift the vehicle out of "park" if they fail in the closed position, the brake lights will remain on, which will not allow the speed control to be activated. This could…

  Remedy: Dealers will remove the stop lamp switch and associated wiring assembly and install a newly designed stop lamp switch and wire assembly. Owner notification is expected to begin on april 5, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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• 03V087000Mar 10, 200367,894 vehicles potentially affected
  Visibility › Windshield
  Covers: Ford Taurus 2002–2003, Mercury Sable 2002–2003

  Reported issue: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, "windshield mounting." the windshields may potentially exhibit increased wind noise, water leakage, and squeaks and rattles.

  Possible consequence: Potential loss of windshield retention may also reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace these windshields. Owner notification began on march 31, 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 ford/mercury at 1-800-392-3673.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE12033Speed control cable damageClosed · Oct 24, 2012
• EA08018Front Suspension Coil Spring FractureClosed · Aug 28, 2008
• DP06005Engine stalling ffvClosed · Dec 4, 2006
• RQ03008Brake light switch failureClosed · Oct 23, 2003

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