MYRModel Year Report

2003 Ford F Super Duty

○ Not enough data
2003 Ford F Super Duty
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:57:50.591Z

Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
27

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
6

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
—

Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1987: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1995: 12 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1998: 14 complaints 1999: 93 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2001: 32 complaints 2002: 34 complaints 2003: 27 complaints 2003 27 2004: 14 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2008: 31 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1987: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1997: 24 complaints 1997 1998: 14 complaints 1999: 93 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2001: 32 complaints 2001 2002: 34 complaints 2003: 27 complaints 2003 27 2004: 14 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2008: 31 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1997 1998: 14 complaints 1998 1999: 93 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2000 2001: 32 complaints 2001 2002: 34 complaints 2002 2003: 27 complaints 2003 27 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2008: 31 complaints 2008

2003: 27 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19811
19871
19891
19901
19911
19928
19933
199420
199512
19968
199724
199814
199993
200063
200132
200234
200327
200414
200527
200831

Known problem areas

Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

9 of 27 total reports mention: engine.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Spark plug shoot out of engine. This is the 3RD time it is because there is only 4 threads to screw into this has happened to this truck two times when it was your with the factory plugs.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-19

Spark plug blew out of aluminum head causing unburned fuel to ignite from coil ignition.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-09

Oil from leaking head gasket ,passenger side,dripping on to hot exhaust system .oil collects in brush shield on exhaust y-connection.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-28

Engine and engine cooling

4 of 27 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing diesel and engine.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

While driving my 2003 Ford F250 p-up w/ 5.4L engine, I heard a loud pop and suddenly my truck will hardly go and it catches fire. I was informed it was a spark plug that blew out, which I had never changed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-01-08

Fuel system, diesel

3 of 27 total reports mention: fuel system, diesel.

Wheels

2 of 27 total reports mention: wheels.

Suspension

2 of 27 total reports mention: suspension.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. I
    2003-09-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-02-18 Accelerator pedal sensor failure (Etc)
  2. I
    2004-02-23Engineering analysisClosed 2005-02-10 Accelerator pedal sensor (Etc)
  3. I
    2004-10-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-02-15 Engine stalling
  4. I
    2005-02-15Engineering analysisClosed 2005-11-02 Engine stalling
  5. I
    2005-09-22Defect petitionClosed 2006-01-04 Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
  6. I
    2006-06-22Engineering analysisClosed 2007-12-07 Engine stalling

Buy-smart checklist

2003 Ford F Super Duty — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, diesel: 3 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Ford F Super Duty 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 F Super Duty?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Ford F Super Duty have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.