MYRModel Year Report

2003 Ford E-450

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2003 Ford E-450
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:50:05.431Z

Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford E-450 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1994: 0 complaints 1995: 0 complaints 1996: 1 complaints 1997: 18 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1999: 73 complaints 2000: 42 complaints 2001: 16 complaints 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2003 2004: 27 complaints 2005: 34 complaints 2006: 20 complaints 2007: 12 complaints 2007 2008: 6 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 5 complaints 2011: 7 complaints 2012: 4 complaints 2012 2013: 12 complaints 2014: 5 complaints 2015: 6 complaints 2016: 17 complaints 2017: 11 complaints 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2019: 4 complaints 2021: 27 complaints 2022: 13 complaints 2023: 2 complaints 2023 2024: 2 complaints 2025: 2 complaints 2026: 2 complaints 2027: 0 complaints 2027
2003: 18 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19920
19934
19940
19950
19961
199718
19985
199973
200042
200116
200213
200318
200427
200534
200620
200712
20086
20092
20105
20117
20124
201312
20145
20156
201617
201711
20185
20194
202127
202213
20232
20242
20252
20262
20270

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

4 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD E450. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATE SPEEDS OF 45 MPH USING THE CRUISE CONTROL IN RAINY WEATHER, THE VEHICLE BEGAN JERKING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS ALSO A BURNING SMELL COMING FROM THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100405

TIRES

3 of 18 total reports mention: tires.

WHEELS

1 of 18 total reports mentions: wheels.

VISIBILITY

1 of 18 total reports mentions: visibility.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 18 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040927 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN VANS, THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT MATERIAL PROCESS RESULTED IN AN AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT THAT CAN SMOLDER OR BURN. THIS CHANGE IN FILTER PAPER COMPOSITION COMBINED WITH THE CONFIGURATION OF T

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO FORD IS EXTENDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY (FOR A ONE

Campaign 04V445000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20041015 — electrical system

ON CERTAIN VANS, A DIODE IN THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE MAY EXPERIENCE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FUSE IN THE ABS CIRCUIT AND INSTALL A HEAT SHIELD OVER THE ABS MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO FORD IS

Campaign 04V444000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060804 — 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

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 AT 800-230-5876.

Campaign 06E056000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20070813 — 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, S

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 THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION

Campaign 07V336000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20091027 — vehicle speed control

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

Remedy: 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 CO

Campaign 09V399000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20091207 — PE (closed 20100421)

HVAC Switch Failures

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Ford E-450 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V445000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V444000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E056000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V336000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V399000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2003 Ford E-450 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Ford E-450?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Ford E-450 have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.