2003 Ford Ranger
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2003 Ford Ranger is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 110 on record.
2003 Ford Ranger at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2003 Ford Ranger recalls 5
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
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. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
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.
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 BEGA…
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, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2003 Ford Ranger common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 243 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2003 Ford Ranger MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2003 Ford Ranger worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2003 Ford Ranger costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,887) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,555), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2003 Ford Ranger trims & engines on record
2003 Ford Ranger vehicles on record
2003 Ford Ranger XL1FTYR14UX3PA59502
2003 Ford Ranger XL1FTYR44V73PB03210
2003 Ford Ranger XLT1FTZR15E83PA60014
2003 Ford Ranger Edge1FTYR10U53TA00824
2003 Ford Ranger XL1FTYR44V73PA00885
2003 Ford Ranger XLT1FTYR14U33TA43505
2003 Ford Ranger XLT1FTZR45E93PA13785
2003 Ford Ranger Edge1FTYR10U13PB32732
2003 Ford Ranger XL1FTYR10D13PB19639
2003 Ford Ranger Edge1FTYR14U73PB80830
2003 Ford Ranger XL1FTYR10D13PB47716
2003 Ford Ranger XL1FTYR44V33PA65345
2003 Ford Ranger XLT1FTZR45E73PB55357
2003 Ford Ranger XL1FTYR10D13PA88005
2003 Ford Ranger XLT1FTZR45E33PB25904
2003 Ford Ranger Tremor1FTYR14V63PB42417
2003 Ford Ranger XLT Appearance1FTYR44E93PA10995
2003 Ford Ranger Tremor1FTYR14VX3PA80696
2003 Ford Ranger Edge1FTYR14U33PA37387
2003 Ford Ranger XLT1FTZR15E23TA27985
2003 Ford Ranger XL1FTYR10U13TA29916
2003 Ford Ranger Tremor1FTYR14V43PA82587
2003 Ford Ranger XL1FTYR10DX3PA31172
2003 Ford Ranger Tremor1FTYR14V93PB03689
Other Ford Ranger model years
2003 Ford Ranger — frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Ford Ranger have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2003 Ford Ranger. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Ford Ranger?
Based on 243 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, suspension, electrical system.
What gas mileage does the 2003 Ford Ranger get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2003 Ford Ranger at about 18 mpg combined (16 city / 20 highway).
How much is a 2003 Ford Ranger worth?
Comparable 2003 Ford Ranger listings run roughly $1,600–$6,800, typically around $3,887 (from 104 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.