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2003 Ford Escape recalls

The 2003 Ford Escape has 7 safety recalls. Here is what each one means, the risk, and the free fix.

Powertrain & transmission (2)Speed control (2)Body & structure (1)Engine (1)Brakes (1)Door latches & locks (1)
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2001–2008 Ford Escape & 2001–2008 Mercury Mariner

Powertrain & transmission recall · 15V606
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009.
📅 Sep 29, 2015· 57 vehicles

2001–2004 Ford Escape

Body & structure recall · 14V165
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 Escape vehicles manufactured October 22, 1999, through January 23, 2004, originally sold, or currently…
📅 Apr 8, 2014· 348,950 vehicles

2001–2004 Ford Escape

Engine recall · 12V353
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2004 Escape vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control manufactured from October 22, 1999, through…
📅 Jul 26, 2012· 529,719 vehicles

2001–2004 Ford Escape

Brakes recall · 07V156
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with antilock brakes (ABS), the ABS module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals.
📅 Apr 11, 2007· 446,460 vehicles

2001–2005 Ford Escape

Door latches & locks recall · 04V602
Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utiity vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with…
📅 Dec 23, 2004· 262,113 vehicles

2002–2004 Ford Escape

Speed control recall · 04V574
On certain sport utility vehicles built with 3.0L V6 engines, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.
📅 Dec 9, 2004· 470,245 vehicles

2001–2003 Ford Escape

Powertrain & transmission recall · 04V165
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines, during deceleration, the engine CAN stall.
📅 Apr 14, 2004· 321,903 vehicles

Other Ford Escape years

2001 2002 2004 2005 2006 All years

FAQ

Does the 2003 Ford Escape have any recalls?

Yes. The 2003 Ford Escape has 7 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 15V606 (powertrain & transmission); 14V165 (body & structure); 12V353 (engine); 07V156 (brakes); 04V602 (door latches & locks); 04V574 (speed control); 04V165 (powertrain & transmission). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.

Are 2003 Ford Escape recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

How do I check my 2003 Ford Escape for recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN (on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb) on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Ford dealer.