MYRModel Year Report

2003 Ford Mountaineer

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2003 Ford Mountaineer
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:51:13.365Z

Only 3 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 3 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 Mountaineer Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004
2003: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19977
19985
19996
20002
20011
200211
20033
20044

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.

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2003 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER HAS REAR DIFFERENTIAL ISSUES. LOUD HUMMING COMING FROM BACK END. POTENTIAL FAILURE IS POSSIBLE AT ANYTIME WHICH CAN RESULT IN LOCKING OF BACK WHEEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070608

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF. BRAKES ARE STARTING TO FAIL WHEN LIGHT IS OFF, NOT WHEN THE ABS LIGHT IS ON. I AM GOING TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20070711

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.

INJURY
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MY 2003 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER HAD A LIFT GATE RECALL. LINCOLN MERCURY DEALER IN HYANNIS, MA REPLACED PARTS TO FIX. THIS WAS LAST YEAR. THIS WEEK THE LATCH BROKE ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE WINDOW AND THE GLASS FELL AGAIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070522

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040930 — structure

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE LIFTGATE GLASS STRUT MAY BECOME DISENGAGED OR THE HINGE MAY FRACTURE ALLOWING THE GLASS TO FALL AND POSSIBLY BREAK.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL HAVE THE LIFTGATE GLASS STRUT BRACKETS AND GLASS HINGES REPLACED. FOR THE VEHICLES BUILT FROM AUGUST 1, 2000 THROUGH MARCH 3, 2002, THE DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HINGES AND LIFTGATE STRUT

Campaign 04V442000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Ford Mountaineer — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V442000 (structure) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Ford Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer?

The most-reported component is suspension:rear, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Ford Mountaineer have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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