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2003 Ford Taurus recalls

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

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

For the 2003 Ford Taurus. 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 Taurus recalls, newest first

April 1, 2016NHTSA 16E02600049,635 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, 1995-1999 Ford Taurus SHO, 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, and 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII vehicles. The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.
Consequence
A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 2, 2004NHTSA 04V106000938,789 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

Summary
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.
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 also cause the battery to discharge.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 2, 2004NHTSA 04V105000399,926 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary
On certain vehicles, the air filter paper in these vehicles can smolder or burn.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 10, 2003NHTSA 03V08700067,894 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield

Summary
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.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1,223 complaints about the 2003 Ford Taurus with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
56
Fires reported
12
Injuries reported
59
Deaths reported
2

Most complained-about components

  1. Power train169
  2. Suspension › Front147
  3. Power train › Automatic transmission136
  4. Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system › Fan/motor86
  5. Vehicle speed control82

Other Ford Taurus 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 Taurus have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, hydraulic, exterior lighting, engine and engine cooling, visibility. 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 Taurus 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 Taurus?
1,223 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.