2003 Ford WINDSTAR Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your WINDSTAR Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 2003 WINDSTAR take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
  2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
  3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 2003 WINDSTAR Recalls

  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Recall for 2003 FORD WINDSTAR

    • Recall Announced OCTOBER 13 2009
    • NHTSA Reference #09V399000
    • Number Affected 4,500,000

    Summary: 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.

    Fix: 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.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V399000 »

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recall for 2003 FORD WINDSTAR

    • Recall Announced JUNE 13 2006
    • NHTSA Reference #06E056000
    • Number Affected 58,640

    Summary: 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 the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.

    Consequence: Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

    Fix: Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2006. Owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E056000 »

  • SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY Recall for 2003 FORD WINDSTAR

    • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 06 2003
    • NHTSA Reference #03V459000
    • Number Affected 257,119

    Summary: Certain minivans fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System." During testing, a third row bench floor-to-seat latch released before the strength requirement was met. Identical latches are used in the second row of seats.

    Consequence: If the latches on th4E second or third row seats of the vehicle release in a crash, the potential for occupant injury is increased.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the seat-to-floor latches on the second and third row of seats. Owner notification began on November 21, 2003. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #03V459000 »

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