MYRModel Year Report

2003 Ford Mountaineer

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2003 Ford Mountaineer
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:40.723Z

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
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2003

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 3 2004: 4 complaints 2004
1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 3 2004: 4 complaints 2004
1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 3 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, most commonly citing rear.

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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, 2007-06-08

Service brakes

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

Latches/locks/linkages

1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing lock.

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, 2007-05-22

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2004-09-30Structure04V442000 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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2003 Ford Mountaineer — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V442000 · Structure
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, 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.