FordF-1502003
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2003 Ford F-150 Structure Problems

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Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
30–60k mi3
150–400k mi2
60–100k mi1
100–150k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • October 27, 2014 · 105,000 miles

    Fuel System, Gasoline · Structure

    Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-150. While inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the fuel tank straps were rusted and corroded. The dealer stated that the straps needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage…

    ODI 10650736

  • May 2, 2011 · 162,000 miles

    Fuel System, Gasoline · Structure

    Gas tank strap on 2003 f-150 xlt 4x4 broke due to excessive rust causing the tank to fall and rattle on skid plate. Bought new straps from local auto supply and replaced both of them since the second strap was close to breaking also. *tr

    ODI 10399984

  • October 24, 2008 · 61,000 miles

    Structure

    I bought a used 2003 ford f150 in august 2007. Within the first 2 months the gem module was replaced as there exists a design flaw with the seating of the windshield on the seal. As i am driving down the road on a rainy day, the blower fan is going, the windows are going up and down, and the electrical components are all freaking out. As i pull over and remove my key from the truck, the problem does not stop. And…

    ODI 10246591

  • October 13, 2007

    Structure

    PAINT PEELING. *TR

    ODI 10205877

  • September 15, 2007 · 58,000 miles

    Structure

    Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford f-150. Rust was found at the bottom of all four doors on the vehicle. The dealer advised the contact to call nhtsa. The failure mileage was 58,000. Updated 10/14/08. *lj updated 10/16/08. *jb

    ODI 10241426

  • June 1, 2007 · 55,000 miles

    Structure

    Paint is spider webbing all over the vehicle. All over the hood and top. Also starting on front quarter panels. Color is black. Always been garaged. I wash and wax regularly. *tr

    ODI 10219654

  • January 1, 2006 · 60,000 miles

    Electrical System · Structure

    Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford f-150. The contact stated that all of the interior lights would continue to illuminate even when the vehicle was shut off. The failure began to recur intermittently. The contact also stated the vehicle would also intermittently stall while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the contact was told there was a leak within the door panels and…

    ODI 10396646

  • April 26, 2000 · 162,566 miles

    Structure · Visibility · Windshield

    I have a 2003 ford f150, with a 5.4l engine. I found out that my windshield is leaking and seeping water onto my gem/cjb and making it so in rain my windshield wipers shut off, my heater blower to stay on or go on when the key is not in the ignition, and has drained my battery. Here is a copy of the notice ford sent to there dealerships in 2004, *ford special message #15773 various electrical conditions resulting…

    ODI 10327880