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β 11 open recalls (very high)β 462 owner complaints (high)β 15+ year old vehicleβ VIN fully verified
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VIN 2FTRF18263CA25953 identifies a pickup truck β the 2003 Ford F-150. This specific unit was assembled at the OAKVILLE, ONTARIO, CANADA facility. It is equipped with 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 and a 4.2L 6 Cyl engine producing 202 hp.
This vehicle carries an unusually high 11 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting, exterior lighting:headlights, fuel system, gasoline. All recalls must be repaired by a Ford dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 16 highway), which represents below-average for its class fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $4450 at national average gas prices.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2003 Ford F-150 falls in an estimated used-market range of $17,600β$23,300. The high recall count may suppress resale value β factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2003 FORD F-150
The Ford F-150 has been the best-selling vehicle in the U.S. for over 40 consecutive years. The aluminum-body truck ranges from basic work truck to luxury trim. Competes with the RAM 1500, Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra.
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Type: TRUCK
Body: Pickup
Plant: OAKVILLE, ONTARIO, CANADA
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NHTSA Recalls
11 Open Recalls
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2003 MODEL YEAR...
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS...
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND...
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Owner Complaints
462 filed with NHTSA
UNKNOWN - however there were NO warning lights or...
My husband was shoveling snow off of our vehicles...
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Fuel Economy
14 MPG Combined
City: 12 MPG
Hwy: 16 MPG
Combined: 14 MPG
Fuel: Gasoline
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$17,600β$23,300
Based on vehicle class, age, trim, and U.S. market trends. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150, 2004 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150 HERITAGE, 1997 THROUGH 1999 MODEL YEAR F-250 LESS THAN 8,500 LBS. GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR), AND 2002 AND 2003 LINCOLN BLACKWOOD VEHICLES MANUFACTURED...
Risk: AS A RESULT OF THE CORROSION, ONE OR BOTH STRAPS MAY FAIL ALLOWING THE FUEL LINES TO SEPARATE FROM THE TANK, OR IN SOME...
Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INSTRUCT THEM TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A FORD OR LINCOLN DEALER TO HAVE THE FUEL TANK STRAPS REPLACED...
08E05000011/08/2008
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD...
Risk: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
06E05600013/06/2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH...
Risk: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA...
06E06700001/08/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
CERTAIN MAXZONE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES, DEPO BRAND, P/NOS. 331-1129L-ASN AND 331-1129R-ASN, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE PHOTOMETRIC REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS,...
Risk: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: MAXZONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR ANY NONCOMPLIANT HEADLIGHTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAXZONE AT 909-822-3288.
09E01200007/04/2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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,...
Risk: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY...
09E02500011/05/2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
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....
Risk: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS...
07E06600028/08/2007
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
CERTAIN CEQUENT 90 DEGREE 7-WAY RIGHT ANGLE ADAPTORS SOLD BY DISTRIBUTORS IN TOW PACKAGES FOR AFTERMARKET SALES TO TOW 5TH WHEEL RV TRAVEL TRAILERS. DUE TO INCORRECT WIRING OF THE HARNESS, THE TRAILER LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY.
Risk: IF THE TRAILER LIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY, A VEHICLE CRASH CAN OCCUR.
Remedy: ALL OF THE DEFECTIVE TOW PACKAGES ARE STILL AT THE DISTRIBUTOR LEVEL AND HAVE NOT BEEN SOLD TO ANY CONSUMERS.
07V33600003/08/2007
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. OWNERS OF THE PASSENGER CARS INCLUDED IN THIS CAMPAIGN WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO...
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Owner Complaints
POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE,WHEELS06/09/2026
UNKNOWN - however there were NO warning lights or...
UNKNOWN - however there were NO warning lights or any other indication of malfunction or to service the truck. I took the truck to an independent service center...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER01/28/2026
My husband was shoveling snow off of our vehicles...
My husband was shoveling snow off of our vehicles and seen smoke coming from under the hood of his truck. When he opened the hood the truck was...
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE09/12/2025
Well the passenger side in front seat seat belt...
Well the passenger side in front seat seat belt needs replaced due to getting stuck after front airbags in dash and steering wheel after deployment from barley tapping...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM08/06/2025
The engine continues to shoot out the spark plugs....
The engine continues to shoot out the spark plugs. This is continued to happen with different cylinders. Iβve had it at the mechanic most of the time Iβve...
STEERING03/17/2025
The contact owns a 2003 Ford F-150. The contact...
The contact owns a 2003 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated....
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES06/25/2024
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The contact owns a 2003 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon attempting to enter the vehicle, the contact became aware that the driverβs and passengerβs side rear...
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM01/20/2024
I purchased this F150 in November, 2023. The only...
I purchased this F150 in November, 2023. The only code shown was a lean code, P0171. I removed the bed first to begin my inspection. Upon removing the...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER10/17/2023
Our truck has been great but we have a...
Our truck has been great but we have a major problem. It is leaking water when it rains. Getting front floor carpet wet and now it is getting...
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 462 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 2FTRF18263CA25953 decode to?+
VIN 2FTRF18263CA25953 decodes to a 2003 FORD F-150, assembled in OAKVILLE, ONTARIO, CANADA.
How many recalls does this 2003 FORD F-150 have?+
This 2003 FORD F-150 has 11 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2003 FORD F-150 with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a FORD dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs β they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2003 FORD F-150?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2003 FORD F-150 is estimated at $17,600β$23,300. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2003 FORD F-150 get?+
According to EPA data, the 2003 FORD F-150 gets approximately 14 MPG combined (12 city / 16 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $4,450.