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2003 Ford Escort recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2003 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Seat belts | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jul 12, 200404E048000 | Seat belts: frontIN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT, WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. DetailsHide details for campaign 04E048000
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Owner complaints by component56
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 14 | 25 |
| Power train | 11 | 20 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | 16 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 13 |
| Hydraulic | 5 | 9 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 7 |
| Tires | 4 | 7 |
| Air bags | 4 | 7 |
| Visibility | 3 | 5 |
| Suspension | 3 | 5 |
| Air | 2 | 4 |
| Fuel system | 2 | 4 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 2 |
8 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Latches/locks/linkages
“2003 ford escort. Consumer writes in regards to door hinge/latch problems recall notice. Consumer has previous correspondence with another vehicle in artemis.”
- Vehicle speed control
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 (na) ford escort. While driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure.”
- Engine and engine cooling
“Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford escort. The contact stated the oil dip stick fractured when attempting to check the oil level. An authorized dealer stated the defect was a common problem with that model year vehicle.”
Other Ford Escort model years
- 20030 recalls16 complaints
- 20020 recalls45 complaints
- 20010 recalls86 complaints
- 20001 recall105 complaints
Other Ford models
- 2003 F-1504 recalls423 complaints
- 2003 Escape7 recalls558 complaints
- 2003 Explorer2 recalls1,131 complaints
- 2003 Focus1 recall977 complaints
- 2003 F-2505 recalls294 complaints
- 2003 Mustang1 recall231 complaints
- 2003 F-3505 recalls222 complaints
- 2003 Taurus3 recalls1,223 complaints
- 2003 Expedition1 recall615 complaints
- 2003 Ranger1 recall243 complaints
- 2003 Windstar8 recalls1,510 complaints
- 2003 E-3507 recalls46 complaints
2003 Ford Escort recall questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Ford Escort have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2003 Ford Escort. The most recent, 04E048000 (reported July 12, 2004), concerns seat belts. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Ford Escort?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 14 complaints out of 56 filed with NHTSA (25%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2003 Ford Escort?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
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