2003 FORD F-250 SD Recalls (7)

Campaign:: 06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:: Exterior lighting
Affected:: 61,944
Defect:: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain 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:: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.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:: 07V078000 on 03/05/2007
Component:: Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:: 07/31/2002 - 01/05/2003
Affected:: 155,584
Defect:: On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Consequence:: Overheating could result in smoke, burn, or an underhood fire.
Correction:: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. the recall began on march 12, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017, 05v388, and 06v286)
Notes:: Ford recall no. 05s28. customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 07V553000 on 12/04/2007
Component:: Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Affected:: 1,176,000
Defect:: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Consequence:: In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
Correction:: Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. the recall began on december 29, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:: Ford recall no. 07s57.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 07E106000 on 12/18/2007
Component:: Wheels:cap/cover/hub
Affected:: 130,000
Defect:: Certain federal-mogul replacement wheel hub assemblies with the brand names: national, carquest p/nos. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, and 515060, shipped between january 23, 2006, and december 20, 2007, sold for light duty and medium duty trucks. the inboard retention nut used to maintain hub bearing assembly can loosen resulting in an abs light indication, noise, and/or wheel separation.
Consequence:: Wheel separation can result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:: Federal-mogul will notify customers and will replace the hub assembly free of charge. the recall began on february 7, 2008. owners can contact federal-mogul toll-free at 877-489-6659.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to replacement national, carquest wheel hub assemblies and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by general motors or ford.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:: 09V399000 on 10/12/2009
Component:: Vehicle speed control
Affected:: 4,500,000
Defect:: Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). the scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Consequence:: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Correction:: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. on 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the abs control module connector and repair as necessary. repairs will be completed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 27, 2009. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
Notes:: Ford's recall campaign number is 09s09.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 SD TSBs (82)

Bulletin:: 16136
Component:: 113000 electrical system:starter assembly
Summary:: Some vehicles may exhibit a repeat starter failure condition. *tt
Bulletin:: 0310
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Ramp-rate from base engine idle (625 rpm) to 1200 rpm target is higher than prior 7.3l diesel engine. this may be too rapid for smooth engagement of transmission-mounted pto serving high-inertia pto system start-ups, typical of direct-driv
Bulletin:: 03B06
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Cold operation calibration product enhancement for reduced cold weather engine performance and rough idle due to powertrain calibration concerns. customer satisfaction program. *tt
Bulletin:: 03B05
Component:: 073000 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Summary:: Injection control pressure (icp) sensor replacement - customer satisfaction program 03b05. *tt
Bulletin:: 032150
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: High pressure oil pump leak on vehicles equipped with 7.3l diesel engine. *tt
Bulletin:: 16506
Component:: 061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:: Vehicles with a 6.0l diesel engine - possible oil overfill after delivery. this includes 2003 super duty f-series. oasis. *tt
Bulletin:: 17486
Component:: 106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:: Rear axle pinion seal leak. *tt
Bulletin:: 17522
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Crank no start, runs rough, engine misses, bucks/jerks or lacks power condition - wiring harness chafing. *tt
Bulletin:: 17530
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Moan/drone noise and tactile vibration between 1500-2000 rpm. *tt
Bulletin:: 17566
Component:: 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:: Turbo moan/drone noise and tactile vibration between 1500-2000 rpm. *tt
Bulletin:: 17567
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: Pcm (powertrain control module)/ficm/tcm reprogramming errors. *tt
Bulletin:: 17568
Component:: 063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:: Normal egr (exhaust gas recirculation) operation - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:: 17569
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: No crank/no start with low tr-p voltage. *tt
Bulletin:: 17571
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble codes p0603 (powertrain control module keep alive memory error) or p0605 ( powertrain control module read only memory error). *tt
Bulletin:: 17580
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Various electrical concerns. inoperative turn signals (in the mirror only), parking lights, running lights, cab lights, fog lights, or dash lights, with fuse 2.17 open. *tt
Bulletin:: 17316
Component:: 090000 fuel system, other
Summary:: Fuel signal to instrument cluster service tip. *tt
Bulletin:: 17320
Component:: 063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:: Broken exhaust manifold studs. *tt
Bulletin:: 17351
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Harsh disengagement when shifting from reverse to park. *tt
Bulletin:: 17683
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Engine oil leaks at lower crankcase. *tt
Bulletin:: 17701
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2263. *tt
Bulletin:: 17704
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Driveability concerns and set diagnostic trouble codes p2614 and p2617. *tt
Bulletin:: 17716
Component:: 061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:: Belt noise. *tt
Bulletin:: 17727
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Clunk or pop on initial engagement from reverse to drive at approximately 2-3 mph. various modles including 2004 econoline. *tt
Bulletin:: 17869
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Air induction system appears to be warped and/or not sealing. *tt
Bulletin:: 17885
Component:: 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:: Lack of power and/or diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2263 after turbocharger replacement. *tt
Bulletin:: 03E03
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: Emissions recall 03e03 - powertrain control module and fuel injector control module re-calibration. *tt
Bulletin:: 17406
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Low power, poor fuel economy, fuel gelling cold, excessive white smoke cold, or hard start. *mj this oasis updates previous oasis dated 12/01/03. *tt
Bulletin:: 17437
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: White/gray smoke and various driveability concerns after cold start - torqshift harsh downshift and buck/jerk. *tt
Bulletin:: 16343
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Hard start, hesitation with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) light on diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0340/p0344 - contact request. *tt
Bulletin:: 17784
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Door ajar light working improperly after vehicle security module replacement. *tt
Bulletin:: 17822
Component:: 102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:: Manual transmission fluid leak. *tt
Bulletin:: 17829
Component:: 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:: Transfer case shift issues on vehicles with an electronic shift on the fly (esof) transfer case. *tt
Bulletin:: 17917
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Low/oscillating line pressure or low/no pto torque due to incomplete pto wiring installation. *tt
Bulletin:: 17944
Component:: 073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:: Koeo injector self test issues when performing retests or multiple self tests using any diagnostic scan tool. *tt
Bulletin:: 04194
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Water-in-fuel (wif) lamp. *tt
Bulletin:: 17956
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Dtc u1262 (scp communication bus fault) stored in the instrument cluster (ic). *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:: 18362
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Lack of power or runs rough condition, and/or the malfunction indicator light on with egr related diagnostic trouble codes (p0401, p0402, p0403, p0404, p0405, or p0406). *tt
Bulletin:: 04227
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Drive away shudder or vibration. *eh
Bulletin:: 042107
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:: 042421
Component:: 151300 seat belts:front:retractor
Summary:: Safety belt retraction speed. *tt
Bulletin:: 042516
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0756, p0761 or p0771 after overhaul or installation of 2005 torqshift transmission. *tt
Bulletin:: 05139
Component:: 061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:: Diesel exhaust smell in cab-6.0l engine. *sc
Bulletin:: 18735
Component:: 121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:: Headlight adjustment - chassis cab incomplete vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:: 18694
Component:: 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:: Lack of power and/or dtc p2263 or p0299 after turbocharger replacement - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:: 18525
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Buck/jerk, lacks power, black smoke, rolling idle, surge, mil on, and diagnostic trouble codes p2263, p0299, or p0401. *tt
Bulletin:: 051511
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Diagnostic procedure for trailer tow lights or no power due to open fuse. *tt
Bulletin:: 05188
Component:: 136100 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:switch/wiring
Summary:: Service kit available for wiper motor wiring. *tt
Bulletin:: 051713
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Coolant degas bottle overflow. *tt
Bulletin:: 05174
Component:: 138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:: Vacuum pump inoperative or runs continuously - climate control defaults to defrost mode. *tt
Bulletin:: 18822
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Torqshift transmission - intermittent clunk when shifting from reverse gear or drive gear to park. multiple vehicles. ford oasis. to include 2006 ford f-53. *tt
Bulletin:: 05249
Component:: 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:: Coolant degas bottle overflow. *tt
Bulletin:: 06213
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: White smoke, lacks power, exhaust odor, surges, runs rough, or no start - 6.0l. *tt
Bulletin:: 052623
Component:: 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:: Coolant degas bottle overflow - 6.0l. *tt
Bulletin:: 19099
Component:: 117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:: P0404 service tip. *tt
Bulletin:: 19090
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: Exhaust pressure sensor input no longer used if pcm is reprogrammed - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:: 0617
Component:: 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:: Voluntary emission recall 06e17 supplement #1: control module recalibration. corrosion may exist at the electrode surface on the exhaust pressure (ep) sensor; fuel delivery timing during cold weather may not be optimal; and/or exhaust gas
Bulletin:: 06310
Component:: 117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:: Water-in-fuel (wif) lamp on. *tt
Bulletin:: 052625
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Misfire, lack of power, buck/jerk, excessive smoke or crank/no start. *tt
Bulletin:: 19247
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Oil flow from the base engine oil pump. *kb
Bulletin:: 19356
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Driveability issues and/or dtc p132b, p006a immediately after reprogramming. *kb
Bulletin:: 19375
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Watch for oil flow from the base engine oil pump. vehicles equipped with a 6.0l diesel engine. *kb
Bulletin:: 06171
Component:: 061320 engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo-charger
Summary:: 6.0l turbocharger carbon deposit diagnostics and service tips - lack of power, white or black smoke, surge, p0238, p0299, p0404, p2262, and/or p2263. *kb
Bulletin:: 0714
Component:: 062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:: Lack of cooling fan operation. *kb
Bulletin:: 0754
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Cold start driveability - white smoke, lacks power, exhaust odor, surges, runs, rough, or no start. *kb
Bulletin:: 07515
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: 6.0l oil seep or boost pressure leak at hot side charge air cooler duct. *kb
Bulletin:: 06177
Component:: 120000 exterior lighting
Summary:: Adding additional bulbs to turn indicator or hazard flasher circuits. *kb
Bulletin:: 19614
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Air filter water ingestion / snow packing with codes p0103. *kb
Bulletin:: 19621
Component:: 070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:: Lack of power due to low fuel pressure, fuel tank liner seperation. *kb
Bulletin:: 19728
Component:: 061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:: Lack of power due to low fuel pressure - fuel tank liner seperation. *kb
Bulletin:: 062401
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: 6.0l diesel engine - oil leak or boost pressure leak at hot side charge air cooler duct. *kb
Bulletin:: 06246
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Dtc's p006a or p132b - lacks power, surge, or flutter after field service action 06e17. *kb
Bulletin:: 071110
Component:: 040000 service brakes, air
Summary:: Brake booster system may exhibit a brake pedal kickback and/or grabbing condition when applying the brakes. *nj
Bulletin:: 20052
Component:: 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:: 1999-2008 f250-f550 super duty 4x4 with electronic shift transfer case not engaging 4x4. *nj
Bulletin:: 07219
Component:: 063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:: 6.0l--mil on--p0401, p0402, p0404, p1335--lack of power or surge with some 2003-2007 f-super duty, 2003-2005 excursion and 2004-2008 e-series vehicles. *nj
Bulletin:: 08-2-11
Component:: 061320 engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo-charger
Summary:: 6.0l turbocharger carbon deposit diagnostics and service tips. *nj updated 5/29/08. *nj
Bulletin:: 20228
Component:: 061320 engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo-charger
Summary:: 1999-2008 7.3l/6.0l/6.4l/4.5l diesel f-super duty - clean the charge air cooler (cac) system after certain turbo or engine failures - service tip. *nj
Bulletin:: LP-09L02
Component:: 011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:: Ford trucks service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. vehicles have experienced severe steering wheel and front wheel vibrations and oscillations after traveling over a bump or dip in the road. models 2006 f-250/350 su
Bulletin:: ASI-44404
Component:: 061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:: Ford: on some trucks, there is a no crank situation and if voltage on transmission range sensor at pin 21, is less than 5 volts, disconnect the engine cooling fan clutch, electronically, and recheck voltage. model 2003-2007 f super duty,
Bulletin:: ASI-44408
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: Ford: the restraint control module (rcm) when using vcm ii, would have an error code 35 and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1035, and difficulty attempting programmable module installation (pmi). model 2001-2004 f-super duty. *pe
Bulletin:: ASI-44534
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Ford: when shifting between park, reverse and/or during 2-3 shift, an intermittent clunk occurs with a torqshift transmission. model 2003-2014 f-super duty, e series, excursion, f-53 motorhome chassis, low cab forward. *p
Bulletin:: DOR-B8H4Z-11
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: This sku is a front upper ball joint. the customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. excessive friction in the ball joint assembly ma

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