2003 Ford Explorer Repair & Maintenance Costs
A guide to repairs, service, and maintenance costs for your 2003 Ford Explorer
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2003 Ford Explorer
Most Common 2003 Ford Explorer Problems
2003 Ford Explorer vehicles have 22 reported problems.The most commonly reported 2003 Ford Explorer problem is: A Cosmetic Crack May Develop on the Liftgate
A cosmetic crack may develop on the plastic liftgate trim panel. ford has released a service procedure to replace the...
A failed heater blend door or actuator can cause the temperature control for the hvac system to stop working. a...
Ford Explorer Repairs and Prices
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Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement
$119 - $168
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Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
$127 - $195
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Fuel Evaporative Canister Replacement
$514 - $621
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Steering Gearbox Replacement
$924 - $1,140
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Antitheft System Diagnosis & Testing
$61 - $90
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Brake Shoes Replacement
$234 - $308
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Trans Oil Pan Gasket Replacement
$260 - $325
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Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement
$217 - $263
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Hood Latch Replacement
$154 - $183
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Seat Heater Control Module Replacement
$219 - $247
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Above Average
The Ford Explorer Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 19th out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $732 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average and the frequency of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the Explorer.
Most Common 2003 Ford Explorer Questions
There are 297 related questions for 2003 Ford Explorer vehicles. RepairPal's professional community answers hundreds of questions each day. Below are the most commonly asked 2003 Ford Explorer questions.
When i go over 10mph it thump and grinds
It is throwing code you won 950 b1360 u1262 u1073 b 1 2 0 1 1 2 3 you 1059 i was going down the road and it just shut...
2003 Ford Explorer Recalls
2003 Ford Explorer vehicles have 2 known recalls. The most common recall is: Ford Recalls 2002-2003 Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer Vehicles for Liftgate Glass.
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