2003 Ford Expedition Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2003 Ford Expedition recalls

Most common 2003 Ford Expedition problems

Problem areas named in the 615 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	129
Electrical System	105
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	67
Air Bags	59
Tires	57
Power Train	51
Engine	44
Visibility	41
Structure	32
Unknown Or Other	21

What owners report

2026-03-09, Electrical System
My truck stopped working in November 2025. I was told I needed fuel pump and filter. I replaced those and still didn't crank. I was then told I needed a circuit box. Purchased a circuit box and had it put on. Got my truck back February 2026. March 08,2026, truck went out again. I kept my truck maintenance and don't understand what's going on with it. I was told it is a recall on electrical parts and engine coils and spark plugs.

2025-02-11, Engine
The contact owns a 2003 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated and the front end of the vehicle was shaking abnormally, vibrating, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, there was a loud booming sound coming from the engine compartment and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the spark plug had ejected from the engine cylinder. The engine cylinder was rethreaded, and the spark plug was installed; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no

2024-05-05, Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel leaking from emissions vents on fuel tank. Non reparable part.

2024-01-19, Electrical System
My Ford Expedition started randomly stalling and it stalled in the highway. The engine just shut down in the middle of the highway and it was such a scary a life endangering experience. This total loss of power in the middle of the highway when vehicles are traveling at highway speeds can cause death very, very easily to the occupants of the Ford Expeditions suffering this defect. I have been reading in many forums ( I have included the link to one of many forums) this is a common defect [XXX] ) many have Ford Expedition owners have experienced and have been very concerned and shocked that there was not recall. The issue is that the R303 relay (non serviceable fuel pump relay) fails very co

2023-12-08, Service Brakes
The brakes are burning while driving & the emergency brakes are not applied. The power windows are failing 1 by 1.

2003 Ford Expedition questions

Does the 2003 Ford Expedition have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 Ford Expedition: Structure. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Ford Expedition?

Based on 615 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (129), Electrical System (105), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (67).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Ford Expedition has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.