2003 FORD RANGER Recalls (5)

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:
06E065000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
3,593
Defect:
Certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aj motorsport 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:
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:
09V399000 on 10/12/2009
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
01/04/1994 - 12/04/2002
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> .

2003 FORD RANGER TSBs (65)

Bulletin:
0186
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
On some vehicles, including sport and sport trac, the front axle leaks fluid from the vent tube. *tt
Bulletin:
16017
Component:
181000 vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Summary:
Subject regarding accelerator pedal buzz. *tt
Bulletin:
870197
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1336, p1309 and p0340. *tt
Bulletin:
0369
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code b1877 and/or b1881 indicating a high resistance in the safety belt pretensioner circuit. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
0358
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Fluid may leak out of the front axle vent tube. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
0327
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) b1877 (driver pretensioner circuit resistance high) and/or b1881 (passenger pretensioner circuit resistance high), indicating a high resistance in the safety belt pretensioner circuit. *tt
Bulletin:
0335
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Idle air control (iac) valve diagnostic service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
16610
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
No start, no communication with power train control module (pcm) using wds/ngs or a miss/buck/jerk while driving. *tt
Bulletin:
16626
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Hesitation or surge condition during cruise with the air conditioner on. *tt
Bulletin:
16889
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
An rcm diagnostic trouble code b1881, b1882, or b1883. *tt
Bulletin:
16743
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Coolant leak due to a broken radiator hose clamp(s). *tt
Bulletin:
0393
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Buzz/howl in the transfer case shift lever while driving, and/or shift lever boot detachment due to insufficient retention of the boot(s). *tt
Bulletin:
0398
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
17025
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Engine accessory drive belt noise. *tt
Bulletin:
03148
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
Bulletin:
16974
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine oil leak near the oil pan or oil filter on vehicles equipped with a 3.0l 2-valve (vulcan) engine. *tt
Bulletin:
03181
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
17127
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Transmission whine in 5th gear. *tt
Bulletin:
17198
Component:
062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:
Wear-through condition on the abrasion sleeve of the upper radiator hose near the air conditioning accumulator or transmission fluid dipstick. *tt
Bulletin:
17221
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Spark knock, detonation, or ping condition on tip-in or during steady state operation at or near wide open throttle. *tt
Bulletin:
17227
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Accessory drive belt noise on 3.0l vehicles built prior to 9/18/2003. *tt
Bulletin:
17234
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine oil leaks from the filter area on vehicles with a 3.0l 2-valve engine. *tt
Bulletin:
03203
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457 or p1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc p0457 for the evaporative emission system. *tt
Bulletin:
17254
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Clicking/popping noise from upper steering column area when turning. 2004 e series and explorer sport trac also included. *tt
Bulletin:
17255
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Hard start/long crank when cold or stumbles/surges during drive-away. possible diagnostic trouble codes p0171, and p0174 or p0172 and p0175. *tt
Bulletin:
17490
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Excessive front tire heal and toe wear at low mileage. on goodyear p245/75r16 tires. *tt
Bulletin:
0415
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Lower engine oil leaks 3.0l 2v vulcan engine. diagnostic service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
0369
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Safety belt pretensioner diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) b1877 and/or b1881. *tt
Bulletin:
17604
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Cooling system fan noise when cold. *tt
Bulletin:
16461
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Tool kit contains the timing peg used to lock the crankshaft in place when performing crankshaft pulley or engine timing service. *tt
Bulletin:
03231
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Inoperable latches, locks and/or lift struts on vehicles equipped with a hard tonneau cover. *tt
Bulletin:
03235
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Bed extender component replacement service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
17352
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0442 (evaporative emission system leak detected). *tt
Bulletin:
17718
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0171, p0172, p0174 or p0175. *tt
Bulletin:
03048
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Thump/clunk on light acceleration from stop or when braking and coming to a stop on certain 4x4 super cab equipped with automatic transmission and steel driveshaft. *tt
Bulletin:
17429
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Uneven tire wear on 4x4s equipped with goodyear p245/75r15 tires. *tt
Bulletin:
02221
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj
Bulletin:
02222
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Noise-gear whine noise in 1st and 2nd gear only-vehicles equipped with 5r55e transmission and 4.0l engine only. *mj
Bulletin:
16396
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
No start/no communication-contact request. *mj
Bulletin:
16424
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
New tonneau cover lock cylinder retainer clips released for service. *mj
Bulletin:
16431
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Passenger side power door lock inoperative or intermittent operation. *tt
Bulletin:
16437
Component:
036100 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) c1233 & c1234 - replace anti-lock brake system euc. *mj
Bulletin:
0486
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Boom/vibration at 1800-2200 rpm, rough idle. *tt
Bulletin:
17777
Component:
022140 suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly
Summary:
Rear leaf spring noise. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
16253
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Equipped with a hard tonneau cover. * mj
Bulletin:
17928
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rough running, misfire and a lack of power due to a loss of compression. *tt
Bulletin:
041910
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Oil leak from oil filter adapter - 4.0l sohc engine built before 4/1/2004. *tt
Bulletin:
041610
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Grabbing condition from rear drum brakes. *ar *tt
Bulletin:
16305
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine timing service tools / service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
16308
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Various 2003 vehicles equipped with premium cd-6 radios - cd-6 shuffle feature between discs not available. *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:
0513
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Inside door pull handle loose - vehicles built before 11/15/2002 and equipped with power windows/door locks. *tt
Bulletin:
18375
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
High idle at cold start. *tt
Bulletin:
04217
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
04237
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Driveshaft thump clunk on light acceleration from stop or when braking and coming to a stop. *eh
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
042419
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Revised procedure for adjusting alignment on all suspensions - new right hand upper control arm design for torsion bar front suspensions. *tt
Bulletin:
042421
Component:
151300 seat belts:front:retractor
Summary:
Safety belt retraction speed. *tt
Bulletin:
04251
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Aluminum corrosion - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
05619
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Brake lamp concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
030508
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Front axle leaks fluid from vent tube - vehicles equipped with 4x4 or awd. *tt
Bulletin:
052212
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Buck/jerk and miss during drive cycle above 3000 rpm - no dtc - 3.0l 2v gas and ffv engine. *tt
Bulletin:
06116
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Possible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
06166
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Possible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt. *kb

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