2003 FORD F-250 Recalls (8)

Campaign:
04V327000 on 07/07/2004
Component:
Electrical system:battery
Manufactured:
11/30/2002 - 03/30/2003
Affected:
83,687
Defect:
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with 6.0l diesel engines, the engine ground stud that attaches the negative battery terminal eyelet to the engine block may be loose.
Consequence:
If the ground wire is loose, electrical current may flow to the radio suppression strap causing it to heat and potentially melt or ignite adjacent components which could result in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the engine ground stud and the radio suppression strap and adjacent components will be inspected for damage and replaced, if necessary. the recall began on july 23, 2004. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 04s15.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E049000 on 06/04/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
27,176
Defect:
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E052000 on 06/11/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
14,616
Defect:
Certain eagle eyes headlamps, p/nos. fr208-b101r, fr208-b101l, fr208-b001r, and fr208-b001l, sold for use as replacement equipment for the passenger vehicles listed above. these headlamps fail to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Sabry lee will notify owners and offer full credit for any noncompliant headlamp. the recall is expected to begin on june 14, 2006. owners may contact sabry lee account executive at 1-866-467-2279.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the ford motor company.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07E066000 on 08/28/2007
Component:
Equipment:electrical
Affected:
175
Defect:
Certain cequent 90 degree 7-way right angle adaptors sold by distributors in tow packages for aftermarket sales to tow 5th wheel rv travel trailers. due to incorrect wiring of the harness, the trailer lights may not operate properly.
Consequence:
If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.
Correction:
All of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket cequent tow packages and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler, gmc, or ford vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
16,270
Defect:
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
09E025000 on 05/10/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
42,540
Defect:
Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
11V352000 on 07/12/2011
Component:
Exterior lighting:tail lights
Affected:
26,715
Defect:
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. a multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
Consequence:
Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. the safety recall began on august 15, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Ford's safety recall no. 11c18.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
11V352000 on 07/12/2011
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Affected:
26,715
Defect:
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. a multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
Consequence:
Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. the safety recall began on august 15, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Ford's safety recall no. 11c18.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2003 FORD F-250 TSBs (44)

Bulletin:
16915
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Excessive drive-away shudder or vibration under moderate to heavy acceleration from a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
03911
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rough idle and/or hesitation when acclerating on certain super duty vehicles equipped with a 5.4l or 6.8l engine. *tt
Bulletin:
17009
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with no hard fault. *tt
Bulletin:
17252
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Oil leak at, or near, the rear main seal. this includes 2003-2004 super duty f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
17266
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Low base engine oil pressure caused by high pressure oil system leak. *tt
Bulletin:
17288
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Lack of power and/or low boost pressure condition. this includes 2003-2004 super duty f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
17929
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code p0103 (mass or volume air flow circuit high input) due to water ingestion/snow packing/ice build-up in the air induction system. *tt
Bulletin:
17296
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code p0232 (fuel pump secondary circuit high). this includes 2003-2004 super duty f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
17307
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Squeaking noise coming from the upper door seal when driving over bumps. f250 model includes 1999-2004 super duty f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
16515
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Oil leak at high pressure pump fittings and/or plug. this includes super duty f-series. oasis. *tt
Bulletin:
16567
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Incorrect transmission fluid indicator (dipstick) in torqshift transmission. this includes super duty f-series 2003. oasis. *tt
Bulletin:
16589
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Gradual loss of power at cruise. use fuel additive to prevent his condition. all super duty f-series 1999-2003 included. oasis *tt
Bulletin:
17460
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Oil leak that seems to be coming from head gasket area. including ford f450/550 my2003. *tt
Bulletin:
17472
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Low power condition and/or diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2263. 6.0l diesel engine. also includes my2003 ford f450/550. *tt
Bulletin:
17508
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
False diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's set during use of active commands with wds. *tt
Bulletin:
17603
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Air bag light on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1871 or b1935 following ecs/rcm replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
17613
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Driveability concerns and set diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) p2614 (camshaft position output circuit open) and p2617 (crankshaft position output circuit open). *tt
Bulletin:
17618
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Transmission gear ratio error - diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0730 on vehicles with torqshift transmission. *tt
Bulletin:
17643
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Harsh/slipping engagements, upshifts and/or downshifts on vehicles with torqshift - adaptive shift strategy. *tt
Bulletin:
17667
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Oil leak from front or rear of engine. *tt
Bulletin:
17669
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Climate control defaults to defrost. *tt
Bulletin:
17534
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Water in fuel light on, which does not turn off after water has been drained from the horizontal fuel conditioning module (hfcm). *mj
Bulletin:
17535
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Lack of power and/or diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0103 - air induction system water/snow deflector kit. *mj
Bulletin:
17537
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Harsh engagement or shift issues with pulsating cooler lines and erratic line pressure. *mj
Bulletin:
17553
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Low charging system voltage while snow plowing. *mj
Bulletin:
17554
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Oil/dust film at cac connections. *mj
Bulletin:
0471
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Warning indicators-parking aid-reverse sensing system (rss) and forward sensing system (fss)-false activation of warning tone-service tips. *mj update. *tt
Bulletin:
04115
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
No start or constant engine misfire - fuel injection control module (ficm) diagnosis - 6.0l diesel. *tt
Bulletin:
02227
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-cylinder head deck leak-4.6 and 5.4l engines-new service-only gasket and cylinder head kits availability. *mj
Bulletin:
16403
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-light tick or rattle type noise from engine after cold start. *mj
Bulletin:
16411
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
6.0l diesel engine power module (depm) fuel injector control module monitor trailer tow wiring is not reimbursable. *mj
Bulletin:
02177
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Cooling system-motorcraft premium gold engine coolant-serivce tips. *mj
Bulletin:
16185
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Equipped with 100i dual media radio - speed adjust volume function not supported. *mj owner guide update. *tt
Bulletin:
18217
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Multiple vehicles - fuel level indication concerns - service tip. various models including 2005 super duty f-series, excursion, expedition, explorer, mountaineer and aviator. *tt
Bulletin:
18223
Component:
033100 service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Summary:
Vacuum pump inoperative or runs continuously - climate control defaults to defrost. oasis. to also include 2005 super duty f-series, excursion, and f650/750. *tt
Bulletin:
18069
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Low power and/or diagnostic trouble code p0299 or p2263 - turbocharger diagnostic service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
18397
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Lack of power, surge, and/or diagnostic trouble codes p2263 or p0299. *tt
Bulletin:
18406
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Service tips before arc welding on the frame or body of a unit. *tt
Bulletin:
04174
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. various models including 2004 f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
18376
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
A cold weather reverse engagement stall. *tt
Bulletin:
04217
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
04236
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Vehicle lean sag when observed from rear of vehicle. *eh
Bulletin:
042411
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Memontary return to idle during aggressive acceleration - diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0123. *tt
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt

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