Table 1 shows four common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2003 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the fuel hoses lines/piping and fittings (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel delivery (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problems | |
| Fuel Delivery problems | |
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Gasoline Fuel System problems |
My 2003 Ford Explorer was in the shop for a fuel smell and diagnosed with a fuel tank leak around the fuel filler hose at the gas tank. There is visible cracking on the plastic surrounding the base of the filler neck as it attaches to the fuel tank with constant fuel seepage. Read details...
Hello. I have several complaints regarding my 2003 Ford Explorer including several safety issues. The first complaint is regarding the driver's seat which shifts routinely on acceleration and DE-acceleration. This concerns me if I get into an accident and the seat malfunctions. Read details...
Damage to gas tank. After leaving my 2003 Ford Explorer overnight with a local dealership to duplicate a stalling problem, the vehicle was found for have a damaged gas tank. It wasn't fully identified until a cross-country trip from dallas, texas to milwaukee, wisconsin. Read details...