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2003 Ford E Series recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2003 Ford E Series. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2003 Ford E Series recalls, newest first

December 5, 2007NHTSA 07V5530001,176,000 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel

Summary
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3L diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Consequence
In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2007. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 7, 2003NHTSA 03V0940003,674 vehicles potentially affected

Structure

Summary
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.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2003 Ford E Series with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system1
  2. Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor1
  3. Power train › Driveline › Differential unit1
  4. Unknown or other1
  5. Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor1

Other Ford E Series years

Other 2003 Ford models

Most recalled 2003 vehicles

  1. 2003 Honda Accord (24 recalls)
  2. 2003 Honda Civic (24 recalls)
  3. 2003 Honda Odyssey (15 recalls)
  4. 2003 Subaru Outback (15 recalls)
  5. 2003 Subaru Legacy (15 recalls)
All of 2003’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2003 Ford E Series have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2003 Ford E Series recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Ford E Series?
5 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.