NHTSA safety recalls
2003 Ford Taurus Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2003 Ford Taurus. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.
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These campaigns cover the 2003 Ford Taurus as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.
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16E026000Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Foundation Components · Disc · Pads
A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The riskA damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeBosch 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.
What was foundBosch 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.
16E026000 at NHTSA04V106000Exterior Lighting · Brake Lights · Switch
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…
The riskIn 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.
The fix — freeDealers 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.
What was foundCertain 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.
04V106000 at NHTSA04V105000Engine And Engine Cooling
This can lead to damage to the air induction system on these vehicles and/or an underhood fire.
The riskThis can lead to damage to the air induction system on these vehicles and/or an underhood fire.
The fix — freeDealers will replace the air filter element. Owner notification began on march 10, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
What was foundOn certain vehicles, the air filter paper in these vehicles can smolder or burn.
04V105000 at NHTSA03V087000Visibility · Windshield
Potential loss of windshield retention may also reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.
The riskPotential loss of windshield retention may also reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.
The fix — freeDealers 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.
What was foundCertain 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.
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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.
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