The manufacturer’s record · Page 1 of 2

2003 Ford EXPLORER
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 1

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1–100 of 122, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Apr 1, 2003–Feb 7, 2019.

Back to 2003 Ford EXPLORER problems & recalls
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This archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.

NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.

Feb 7, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB 19-2026

NHTSA communication ID: 10156863

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition

Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE.

Source record 10156863 at NHTSA
Feb 7, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB 19-2026

NHTSA communication ID: 10155551

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition

Source components: STRUCTURE.

Source record 10155551 at NHTSA
May 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-08-19-3

NHTSA communication ID: 10028736

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FORD: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT OIL SEPARATION FROM THE INTERNAL LUBE FOUND IN THE UNITIZED CARTRIDGE SEAL. OIL SEPARATION APPEARS TO BE AND IS OFTEN MISDIAGNOSED, AS AN AXLE LUBE LEAK. *PE

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT · POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL.

Source record 10028736 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2007Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

07212

NHTSA communication ID: 10023943

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SOME 1997-2008 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L 2V, 5.4L 2V, OR 6.8L 2V ENGINE--SPARK PLUG THREAD REPAIR PROCEDURE--NOT COVERED UNDER NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY. *NJ THIS INCLUDES F-53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS. UPDATED 2/23/10. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10023943 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2006Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0637

NHTSA communication ID: 10019384

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

LOW TIRE INDICATOR ON - TPMS SYSTEM SENSOR WAKE UP. *TT

Source components: TIRES.

Source record 10019384 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2006Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05213

NHTSA communication ID: 10019379

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH PCM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0463 AND/OR IC DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1201 - FUEL GAUGE DROPS TO EMPTY OR SLOW TO UPDATE AFTER REFUELING. *TT

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM.

Source record 10019379 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2006Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

06216

NHTSA communication ID: 10014100

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

LIMITED SLIP AXLE CHATTER, SHUDDER, BINDING SENSATION, OR VIBRATION DURING LOW SPEED TURNING MANEUVERS. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10014100 at NHTSA
Nov 14, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

041601

NHTSA communication ID: 10018745

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10018745 at NHTSA
Oct 31, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042115

NHTSA communication ID: 10013388

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FUEL GAUGE SLOW TO UPDATE AFTER REFUELING. *EH

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10013388 at NHTSA
Oct 7, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

051710

NHTSA communication ID: 10018064

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

NOISE FROM REAR WHEEL HUB BEARINGS. *TT

Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING.

Source record 10018064 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18719

NHTSA communication ID: 10017860

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP COMING ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0171, P0172, P0174 AND/OR P0175 (FUEL SYSTEM TOO RICH OR LEAN). *TT

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.

Source record 10017860 at NHTSA
Jun 7, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042421

NHTSA communication ID: 10014138

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT

Source components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR.

Source record 10014138 at NHTSA
Jun 7, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0537

NHTSA communication ID: 10012952

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

DRIVELINE 1ST ORDER VIBRATION/BOOM/DRONE. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE.

Source record 10012952 at NHTSA
Jun 7, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04105

NHTSA communication ID: 10008994

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

AXLE SEAL LEAKS. LEAKS FROM REAR HALFSHAFT AXLE SEAL. SERVICE TIPS. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL.

Source record 10008994 at NHTSA
May 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18478

NHTSA communication ID: 10014668

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

AXLE SEAL LEAKS. *EH

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10014668 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05618

NHTSA communication ID: 10017892

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10017892 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18572

NHTSA communication ID: 10017881

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

NO START/HARD START N HOT SOAK RESTART. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10017881 at NHTSA
Mar 7, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05416

NHTSA communication ID: 10014664

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FRONT SEAT(S) SLIGHT MOVEMENT WHEN ACCELERATING AND/OR DECELERATING. *TT

Source components: SEATS.

Source record 10014664 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18466

NHTSA communication ID: 10014659

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

AXLE WHINE HOWL. THIS INCLUDES 1997-05 FORD VEHICLES. *EH

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10014659 at NHTSA
Feb 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18423

NHTSA communication ID: 10012959

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

AXLE WHINE HOWL SERVICE WITH INDIVIDUAL PARTS INSTEAD OF AN AXLE ASSEMBLY. *EH

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10012959 at NHTSA
Jan 24, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04259

NHTSA communication ID: 10013303

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR POWER WINDOW(S) INOPERATIVE. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS.

Source record 10013303 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05136

NHTSA communication ID: 10016832

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BACKGLASS DIFFICULT TO CLOSE AND AN INTERMITTENT DOOR AJAR LAMP. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR.

Source record 10016832 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

051313

NHTSA communication ID: 10016798

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HARD START/NO START CONDITION DURING COLD AMBEINT TEMPERATURES AFTER SHORT HOT SOAK PERIOD-4.0L ENGINE. *SC

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10016798 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

050618

NHTSA communication ID: 10016789

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR AXLE NOISE REPAIR. *SC

Source components: SUSPENSION:REAR.

Source record 10016789 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18381

NHTSA communication ID: 10013319

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

OPEN FUSE F2.20 (5 AMP) AND/OR F2.1 (30 AMP) WHICH MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF FUNCTION OF SEVERAL SYSTEMS INCLUDING POWER SEATS, ADJUSTABLE PEDALS AND POWER DOOR LOCKS. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10013319 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0485

NHTSA communication ID: 10008546

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

LIFTGATE GLASS APPLIQUE DAMAGED/CRACKED. SERVICE PROCEDURE. *TT

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY.

Source record 10008546 at NHTSA
Dec 31, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0471

NHTSA communication ID: 10008201

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

WARNING INDICATORS-PARKING AID-REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (RSS) AND FORWARD SENSING SYSTEM (FSS)-FALSE ACTIVATION OF WARNING TONE-SERVICE TIPS. *MJ UPDATE. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10008201 at NHTSA
Dec 27, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04251

NHTSA communication ID: 10014165

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ALUMINUM CORROSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY.

Source record 10014165 at NHTSA
Dec 13, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042107

NHTSA communication ID: 10014086

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).

Source record 10014086 at NHTSA
Dec 13, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04189

NHTSA communication ID: 10014062

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW.

Source record 10014062 at NHTSA
Nov 15, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

042212

NHTSA communication ID: 10013398

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

GEAR SELECTOR LEVER - INCREASED EFFORT TO SHIFT FROM DRIVE TO PARK. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL).

Source record 10013398 at NHTSA
Oct 4, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

041910

NHTSA communication ID: 10010719

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

OIL LEAK FROM OIL FILTER ADAPTER - 4.0L SOHC ENGINE BUILT BEFORE 4/1/2004. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10010719 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18254

NHTSA communication ID: 10010746

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SPEED CONTROL INOPERATIVE OR NOT HOLDING THE SET SPEED. OASIS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2005 EXPLORER, SPORT TRAC, MOUNTAINEER AND AVIATOR. *TT

Source components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.

Source record 10010746 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18224

NHTSA communication ID: 10010735

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

RUNS ROUGH OR MISFIRE - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0300-P0308 OR P0316. *TT

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.

Source record 10010735 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18221

NHTSA communication ID: 10010732

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR AXLE NOISE. OASIS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2005 EXPLORER, MOUNTAINEER AND AVIATOR. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10010732 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18217

NHTSA communication ID: 10010731

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MULTIPLE VEHICLES - FUEL LEVEL INDICATION CONCERNS - SERVICE TIP. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2005 SUPER DUTY F-SERIES, EXCURSION, EXPEDITION, EXPLORER, MOUNTAINEER AND AVIATOR. *TT

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.

Source record 10010731 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18215

NHTSA communication ID: 10010730

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BROKEN REAR CARGO STORAGE DOOR LIFT HANDLE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2005 EXPLORER/MOUNTAINEER. *TT

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10010730 at NHTSA
Sep 6, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

041715

NHTSA communication ID: 10013121

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FRONT AXLE TUBE LEAK. *EH

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10013121 at NHTSA
Sep 6, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04174

NHTSA communication ID: 10013116

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10013116 at NHTSA
Sep 6, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03198

NHTSA communication ID: 10004037

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

CHATTER, SHUDDER, A BINDING SENSATION, OR VIBRATION DURING LOW SPEED TURNS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 9.75 INCH OR 8.8 INCH LIMITED SLIP REAR AXLE. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10004037 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18171

NHTSA communication ID: 10011342

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

NO CRANK/NO START CONDITION WHEN VEHICLE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW FREEZING (32F/0C). *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10011342 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18123

NHTSA communication ID: 10011333

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

UPDATED REAR HALFSHAFT REMOVAL PROCEDURE. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10011333 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18121

NHTSA communication ID: 10011332

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FUEL GAUGE SLOW TO UPDATE. *TT

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM.

Source record 10011332 at NHTSA
Aug 23, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

031404

NHTSA communication ID: 10011162

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ENGINE MISFIRE OR RUNNING - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIPS. TO INCLUDE VARIOUS 2005 MODELS. * AR THIS ARTICLE 04161 SUPERSEDES TSB 03-14-04.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10011162 at NHTSA
Aug 9, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

041514

NHTSA communication ID: 10011159

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT.

Source record 10011159 at NHTSA
Jul 12, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

031501

NHTSA communication ID: 10009321

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT.

Source record 10009321 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17905

NHTSA communication ID: 10009332

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MULTIPLE VEHICLES USING FEHP REAR AXLE FLUID. FLUID USAGE CHANGE. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10009332 at NHTSA
Jun 14, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04111

NHTSA communication ID: 10008252

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

STREAMLINED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLES WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0401, P0402, P1400 OR P1401. ADDITIONAL SYMPTOMS MAY INCLUDE RUNS ROUGH, LACKS POWER, SURGE, POOR FUEL ECONOMY. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10008252 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02M01

NHTSA communication ID: 10007207

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 02M01 SUPPLEMENT #4. CERTAIN FORD 2000 THROUGH 2003 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A TUBE-MOUNTED EGR PRESSURE SENSOR - ADDITIONAL EGR PRESSURE SENSOR WARRANTY COVERAGE. *TT SUPPLEMENT #3. *MJ SUPPLEMENT #6. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE).

Source record 10007207 at NHTSA
May 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

04B15

NHTSA communication ID: 10007006

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR AXLE DATE CODE INSPECTION AND SERVICE. VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPER MIX OF REAR AXLE LUBRICANT AND FRICTION MODIFIER ADDITIVE. IF SO, THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE NOISE AND VIBRATION WHILE DRIVING. *TT *MJ

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10007006 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17736

NHTSA communication ID: 10008236

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR AXLE NOISE. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10008236 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17729

NHTSA communication ID: 10008230

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYS COMPUTING FUEL INSTEAD OF DISTANCE TO EMPTY. *TT

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10008230 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17717

NHTSA communication ID: 10008222

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR AXLE CHATTER, SHUDDER, BINDING SENSATION, OR VIBRATION DURING LOW SPEED TURNS. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10008222 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17641

NHTSA communication ID: 10007413

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR 3.55 AXLE NOISE. CERTIFIED REAR AXLE OR IMPROVED GEAR SET AVAILABLE. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10007413 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17640

NHTSA communication ID: 10007412

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

POOR FIT BETWEEN DRIVER AIR BAG AND STEERING WHEEL. *TT

Source components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL.

Source record 10007412 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17621

NHTSA communication ID: 10007402

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) LOW TIRE OR TIRE VERY LOW MESSAGE AND/OR THE TPMS LIGHT ON. *TT

Source components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.

Source record 10007402 at NHTSA
Feb 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17560

NHTSA communication ID: 10008124

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR AXLE NOISE. ALSO INCLUDES LINCOLN AVIATOR 2002. *MJ

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10008124 at NHTSA
Feb 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17558

NHTSA communication ID: 10008123

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

INTERMITTENT AIR BAG WARNING LAMP ON, MEMORY SEAT, AND/OR ADJUSTABLE PEDAL CONCERNS. *MJ

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10008123 at NHTSA
Feb 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17555

NHTSA communication ID: 10008120

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

CERTIFIED REAR AXLE AVAILABLE. *MJ

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10008120 at NHTSA
Feb 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17544

NHTSA communication ID: 10008115

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

GENERATOR NOISE IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *MJ

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10008115 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2004Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17494

NHTSA communication ID: 10007334

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

DISTANCE TO EMPTY NOT DISPLAYED. *TT

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.

Source record 10007334 at NHTSA
Dec 22, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03256

NHTSA communication ID: 10008278

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ENGINE-ROMEO BUILT 4.6L 2V-TICK NOISE FROM ENGINE-ENGINES BUILT BEFORE 9/17/2003. *MJ

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10008278 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17411

NHTSA communication ID: 10008289

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) MODULE CONFIGURATION - SERVICE TIP. *MJ

Source components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.

Source record 10008289 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17375

NHTSA communication ID: 10008188

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON AND HARD START/LONG CRANK. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10008188 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17326

NHTSA communication ID: 10008171

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ENGINE AUXILIARY OIL COOLER LINE AND THE RIGHT SIDE MOTOR MOUNT SQUEAKING NOISE FROM FRONT EXTERIOR WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPS. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10008171 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17316

NHTSA communication ID: 10008166

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FUEL SIGNAL TO INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SERVICE TIP. *TT

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.

Source record 10008166 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17280

NHTSA communication ID: 10004924

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

GENERATOR WHISTLE/HOOT NOISE IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR.

Source record 10004924 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17276

NHTSA communication ID: 10004920

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

A POPPING OR CREAKING NOISE THAT APPEARS TO BE COMING FROM THE FRONT EXTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. *TT

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY.

Source record 10004920 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17246

NHTSA communication ID: 10004900

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LOCKING UP AND ACCESSORIES SUCH AS THE RADIO, POWER WINDOWS, POWER LOCKS AND MOONROOF INOPERATIVE. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10004900 at NHTSA
Sep 15, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03181

NHTSA communication ID: 10004027

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10004027 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17217

NHTSA communication ID: 10004079

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

AIR CONDITIONER HOOTING NOISE DURING LIGHT LOAD ACCELERATION AT LOW SPEEDS, FROM 1000-1300 RPM. *TT

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10004079 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17216

NHTSA communication ID: 10004078

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BREAKAGE OF A LIFTGATE WINDOW HINGE. *TT

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS.

Source record 10004078 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17215

NHTSA communication ID: 10004076

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THE AMBER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES C1235, C1236/C1237 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT.

Source record 10004076 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17167

NHTSA communication ID: 10004060

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MULTIPLE VEHICLES WITH 3.0L OR 4.0L ENGINES LACKS POWER/RUNS ROUGH/BLACK SMOKE. 2004 SPORT TRAC INCLUDED. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10004060 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17107

NHTSA communication ID: 10004046

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

DRIVELINE VIBRATION ON DRONE/BOOM AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE.

Source record 10004046 at NHTSA
Aug 18, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03164

NHTSA communication ID: 10003118

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SOME VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.6L 2V ENGINE, WITH AN ENGINE BUILD DATE PRIOR TO 8/29/03 MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE TICK NOISE THAT IS PRESENT AT ALL TEMPERATURES DURING IDLE. 2004 MODELS INCLUDED. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10003118 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17069

NHTSA communication ID: 10003176

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ROUGH/ROLLING IDLE OR HESITATION AFTER FIRST STARTUP OR A ROUGH/ROLLING ENGINE SPEED WHEN RETURNING TO IDLE AFTER A SHORT TRIP. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10003176 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17054

NHTSA communication ID: 10003164

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

AXLE WHINE AT CRUISE OR DURING ACCELERATION/ DECELERATION. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10003164 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17050

NHTSA communication ID: 10003163

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TCIL FLASHING WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0741 AND/OR NOISE FROM THE CONVERTER HOUSING. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10003163 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17049

NHTSA communication ID: 10003162

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ROUGH IDLE / ENGINE SHAKE. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10003162 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17011

NHTSA communication ID: 10003150

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) P0171, P0172, P0174, OR P0175. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10003150 at NHTSA
Jul 21, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03148

NHTSA communication ID: 10003748

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES.

Source record 10003748 at NHTSA
Jul 21, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03144

NHTSA communication ID: 10003744

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING CONDITION WITH COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS MAY BE MORE ACCURATELY DIAGNOSED USING THE OPTIONAL WORLDWIDE DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (WDS) COIL ON PLUG (COP) KIT. 2003 SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10003744 at NHTSA
Jul 7, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03136

NHTSA communication ID: 10003731

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

NO CRANK CONDITION. SERVICE TIPS. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10003731 at NHTSA
Jul 5, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03263

NHTSA communication ID: 10008281

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) LAMP ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1235, C1236, C1237 ON VEHICLES WITH DIFFERENTIAL-MOUNTED RAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. *TT

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE.

Source record 10008281 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17002

NHTSA communication ID: 10003858

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

AN INTERMITTENT OR CONTINUOUS OPEN OF FUSE 1.15. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10003858 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16971

NHTSA communication ID: 10003847

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

A FLUID LEAK COMING FROM WITHIN THE CONVERTER HOUSING ON VEHICLES WITH 5R55S TRANSMISSION. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER.

Source record 10003847 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16968

NHTSA communication ID: 10003844

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

DRIVEABILITY CONDITIONS DUE TO CALIBRATION VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.0L SOHC ENGINE. IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) VALVE REPLACEMENT FOR THESE SYMPTOMS IS TYPICALLY NOT EFFECTIVE. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10003844 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16967

NHTSA communication ID: 10003843

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

CLUSTER LOCKING UP & VARIOUS ACCESSORIES SUCH AS THE RADIO, POWER WINDOWS, POWER LOCKS AND MOONROOF BEING INOPERATIVE. *TT

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10003843 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16949

NHTSA communication ID: 10003838

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR AXLE VIBRATION/DRONE ABOVE 60 MPH. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10003838 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16929

NHTSA communication ID: 10003829

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ROUGHNESS/ROLLING RPM WHEN RETURNING TO IDLE (I.E., COMING TO A STOP) AFTER A SHORT TRIP. *TT

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM.

Source record 10003829 at NHTSA
Jun 23, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03126

NHTSA communication ID: 10002687

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

LIFTGATE GLASS APPLIQUE DAMAGED/CRACKED - SERVICE PROCEDURE. *TT

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE.

Source record 10002687 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16926

NHTSA communication ID: 10002637

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

STABILITY ASSIST (ADVANCETRAC/IVD) SYSTEMS MAY NOT BE RECALIBRATED PROPERLY USING WDS. *TT

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Source record 10002637 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16918

NHTSA communication ID: 10002629

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH CODES C1235 AND C1236 OR C1237. *TT

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT.

Source record 10002629 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16902

NHTSA communication ID: 10002613

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ENGINE ROUGHNESS / ROLLING RPM WHEN RETURNING TO IDLE (I.E., COMING TO A STOP) AFTER A SHORT TRIP. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10002613 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16898

NHTSA communication ID: 10002609

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

A WHINE NOISE ON TIP-IN AT SPEEDS OF 45 TO 65 MPH. THIS MAY BE DUE TO DRIVELINE STACK-UP TOLERANCE WITH THE DRIVESHAFT AND REAR AXLE. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10002609 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16883

NHTSA communication ID: 10002600

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TCIL FLASHING WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0741 (TCC SLIPPAGE DETECTED) AND/OR NOISE FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER HOUSING. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10002600 at NHTSA
May 12, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0398

NHTSA communication ID: 10002780

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457, P1442 OR CHECK FUEL CAP LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0457. *TT

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.

Source record 10002780 at NHTSA
May 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16833

NHTSA communication ID: 10002758

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BACKGLASS RATTLE/NOISE OR HIGH EFFORT WHEN CLOSING. *TT

Source components: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR.

Source record 10002758 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16806

NHTSA communication ID: 10002674

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FLUID LEAKS FROM THE REAR HALFSHAFT SEAL. 2002-2003 EXPLORER/MOUNTAINEER/AVIATOR ADDED. *TT

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10002674 at NHTSA