FordExplorer2003
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2003 Ford Explorer Door Problems

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Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
150–400k mi1
1–30k mi1
30–60k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • February 23, 2016 · 188,000 miles

    Door · Electrical System

    Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford explorer. The contact stated that the door ajar warning light illuminated, which caused the dome light to remain illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 188,000.

    ODI 10838068

  • December 29, 2011 · 53,000 miles

    Door · Electrical System

    Door adjar sensor fails in 2003 ford explorer its all over internet. *tr

    ODI 10449601

  • November 24, 2011

    Automatic Transmission · Door · Suspension

    I went to leave for work one morning & i noticed the rear panel was cracked. It wasn't like that the night before, so it literally happened overnight. My mechanic said it was cosmetic & common problem with these trucks. I was told the window would be fine, but there is a chance of the panel piece falling off. I haven't had it fixed yet due to the expense, but i am afraid a piece may fall off while driving which…

    ODI 10437913

  • January 20, 2008

    Door

    Large crack appeared on hatch door below window. Many complaints on internet with same problem. *js

    ODI 10456888

  • December 31, 2003

    Door · Seat Belts · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Visibility

    Numerous problem: brakes, rear window opening, seat belt retraction, heater, rear defrost, body work, etc.. *ph while braking the brake pedal went to the floor and caused extended stopping distance. The rear window hinge failed which caused the window to open while the consumer went through a car wash. The seat belt retracted slowly which caused the belt to become hooked onto the door lock system. As a result the…

    ODI 10065309

  • June 12, 2003 · 3,823 miles

    Door · Engine And Engine Cooling

    While the consumer was driving at an undetermined speed engine check light appeared on the dash, causing the vehicle to stall. Consumer contacted dealer on four occasions, but problem still occurs. *ak consumer seeking or vehicle replacement reimbursement for repairs on engine, right rear door, and center console lid. *la

    ODI 10055479