2003 FORD TAURUS Recalls (4)

Campaign:
03V087000 on 03/17/2003
Component:
Visibility:windshield
Manufactured:
10/28/2001 - 04/26/2002
Affected:
67,894
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, "windshield mounting." the windshields may potentially exhibit increased wind noise, water leakage, and squeaks and rattles.
Consequence:
Potential loss of windshield retention may also reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace these windshields. owner notification began on march 31, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford/mercury at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no.03c03. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V105000 on 03/08/2004
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Manufactured:
04/15/2002 - 09/17/2003
Affected:
399,926
Defect:
On certain vehicles, the air filter paper in these vehicles can smolder or burn.
Consequence:
This can lead to damage to the air induction system on these vehicles and/or an underhood fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the air filter element. owner notification began on march 10, 2004. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 04s11.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V106000 on 03/08/2004
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Manufactured:
05/02/1999 - 03/30/2003
Affected:
938,789
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles are being recalled to correct a problem with a malfunctioning stop lamp switch and/or associated wiring. this malfunctioning could render the stop lamps inoperable or cause them to stay on all the time. this could cause confusion to a following driver, which could lead to a crash.
Consequence:
In addition, if the switch and/or associated wiring fail in the open position, the brake lights will not actuate and the driver will not be able to shift the vehicle out of "park" if they fail in the closed position, the brake lights will remain on, which will not allow the speed control to be activated. this could also cause the battery to discharge.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the stop lamp switch and associated wiring assembly and install a newly designed stop lamp switch and wire assembly. owner notification is expected to begin on april 5, 2004. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 04s12.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
16E026000 on 03/31/2016
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Manufactured:
09/30/2014 - 10/30/2014
Affected:
49,635
Defect:
Bosch brake components llc (bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models bosch quietcast bc598 and bp765, bosch blue be598 and be598h, prostop pd598 and pd765m, duralast gold dg598, duralast mkd598, stop master st598, ultrastop ult598, ultralife mx598 and mx765, brakebest mkd765, and prostop platinum pgd598. these brake pads, manufactured october 1, 2014, to october 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 ford taurus, 2001-2005 mercury sable, 1995-1999 ford taurus sho, 1995-2002 lincoln continental, and 1993-1998 lincoln mark viii vehicles. the brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.
Consequence:
A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2016. owners may contact bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2003 FORD TAURUS TSBs (61)

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:
16678
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Ax4s transaxle may exhibit no reverse engagement condition. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
16679
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
New push type fuel clip and connector removal instructions. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
16710
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Rattling or clunking noise from the front suspension under normal driving conditions. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
0325
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Grunting noise from front power window after glass is powered to the full-up position. *tt
Bulletin:
0335
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Idle air control (iac) valve diagnostic service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
16613
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Vehicles with very low odometer miles, may exhibit a higher than normal temporary start-up fast idle (1600-2500 rpm that decreases slowly). no service necessary. *tt
Bulletin:
16911
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp on and tcil lamp illumination in conjunction with multiple memory diagnostic trouble codes related to transmission solenoids and hego heater circuits. *tt
Bulletin:
16809
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
The new high flow water pump is not yet listed in the parts catalog but will be soon. the service can be ordered through normal part ordering system. *tt
Bulletin:
03123
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter clutch not engaging when commanded and/or diagnostic trouble codes p0741 or p1744 stored in memory. models from 1996 to 2003. *tt
Bulletin:
03111
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Engine cooling fan induced body boom, rough engine idle sensation or unusual engine noise at idle when the engine cooling fan is in the high speed mode. *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:
17094
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Rattling or clunking noise from the front suspension under normal driving conditions. *tt
Bulletin:
03144
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (cop) ignition systems may be more accurately diagnosed using the optional worldwide diagnostic system (wds) coil on plug (cop) kit. 2003 super duty f series included. *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:
16982
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Clunking/popping noise from the passenger side of the engine compartment upon acceleration and/or deceleration. *tt
Bulletin:
03181
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
17224
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Intermittent rolling idle on vehicles equipped with a 3.0l 2-valve engine. *tt
Bulletin:
17225
Component:
012200 steering:column locking:anti-theft device
Summary:
Steering column lock discontinued. *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:
17281
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Surge at cruise. *tt
Bulletin:
17503
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Surge at a steady speed between 35 and 45 mph with no other driveability concerns. *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:
17564
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
Fuel gauge does not read full after filling tank. *mj
Bulletin:
17355
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
Fuel gauge which does not read completely full when the fuel tank is filled. *tt
Bulletin:
17358
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park with the vehicle parked on an incline. *tt this bulletin updates previous bulletin 17358, dated 11/01/2003 to include 2005 models. *tt
Bulletin:
17681
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Autolocks and (rke) remote keyless entry inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
17703
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Ticking noise from left cylinder head with warm engine. *tt
Bulletin:
17416
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
Fuel gauge does not read full. *mj
Bulletin:
17434
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with continuous memory diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) p0172/p0175 (system too rich). *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:
02236
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Erratic operation of the cool/warm function of the temperature control system - repair procedure for stratification (secondary) temperature blend door. *tt
Bulletin:
13422
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Running change. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
031501
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns. *tt
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:
04E13
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Emission related service action 04e13. re-flash the powertrain control module (pcm). *tt
Bulletin:
031506
Component:
138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:
Water in the blower case or on the passenger side floor, an inoperative climate control blower motor, a motor that operates on high speed only, and/or a blower motor resistor failure. vehicles built 5/1/2001 to 12/15/2003. *tt
Bulletin:
041514
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
Bulletin:
17960
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0171/p0174, p1131/p1151, and/or p2195/p2197 in continuous memory. *tt
Bulletin:
05310
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Safety belt web stop button service. *eh
Bulletin:
18411
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p0133, p1131 or p2195. *tt
Bulletin:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
Bulletin:
16315
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Headliner grab handles loosen. *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:
04223
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Grunting noise from front power window glass is powered to the full up position. *eh
Bulletin:
04189
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
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:
04251
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Aluminum corrosion - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
042514
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0300, p0316 or p030x - no crank battery discharged. *tt
Bulletin:
18471
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Rke inoperative. *eh
Bulletin:
05145
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Erratic fluid level reading on transaxle dipstick-leaks-4f50n, ax4n, ax4s transaxle. *sc
Bulletin:
18719
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp coming on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0171, p0172, p0174 and/or p0175 (fuel system too rich or lean). *tt
Bulletin:
18614
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Surge, idle roll, rough idle only when the engine cooling fans are operating. *tt
Bulletin:
05224
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Power lock concerns - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
05227
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Power window concerns - service tip. *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:
04208
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Camshaft tick noise - 3.0l 4v engine only. *tt
Bulletin:
CSP-13B04
Component:
183000 vehicle speed control:cables
Summary:
Ford: see document search button for owner letter. speed control cable is susceptible to damage and can disconnect during hood maintenance and also interfere with full throttle return to idle after releasing accelerator pedal. models 20

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