MYRModel Year Report

2003 Ford F53

○ Not enough data
2003 Ford F53
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:40:46.314Z

Only 2 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 2 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 F53 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 0 complaints 1993 1994: 0 complaints 1998: 1 complaints 1998 1999: 15 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 3 complaints 2020: 16 complaints 2020 2021: 5 complaints 2021
2003: 2 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19890
19903
19912
19923
19930
19940
19981
199915
20002
20015
20020
20032
20185
20193
202016
20215

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

2 of 2 total reports mention: engine.

Show complaint excerpts

LOSS OF POWER DRIVING IN THE RAIN. EXCESSIVE WATER IN THE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190604

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Show complaint excerpts

LOSS OF POWER DRIVING IN THE RAIN. EXCESSIVE WATER IN THE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190604

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

Show complaint excerpts

LOSS OF POWER DRIVING IN THE RAIN. EXCESSIVE WATER IN THE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190604

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Ford F53 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Ford F53 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 F53?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Ford F53 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.