MYRModel Year Report

2003 Ford F Super Duty

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2003 Ford F Super Duty
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:38:45.130Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F Super Duty Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1981: 1 complaints 1981 1987: 1 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaints 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 2002 2003: 27 complaints 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2008: 31 complaints 2008
2003: 27 complaints
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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.

FIRE INJURY
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, 20160319

SPARK PLUG BLEW OUT OF ALUMINUM HEAD CAUSING UNBURNED FUEL TO IGNITE FROM COIL IGNITION. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140909

OIL FROM LEAKING HEAD GASKET ,PASSENGER SIDE,DRIPPING ON TO HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM .OIL COLLECTS IN BRUSH SHIELD ON EXHAUST Y-CONNECTION. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20131128

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.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 27 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20030926 — PE (closed 20040218)

ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR FAILURE (ETC)

I 20040223 — EA (closed 20050210)

ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR (ETC)

I 20041007 — PE (closed 20050215)

ENGINE STALLING

I 20050215 — EA (closed 20051102)

ENGINE STALLING

I 20050922 — DP (closed 20060104)

SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD

I 20060622 — EA (closed 20071207)

ENGINE STALLING

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Ford F Super Duty — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, diesel issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.