Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2003 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows four common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2003 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the tailgate latch (four problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Ford Explorer


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2003 Ford Explorer

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

My 2003 Ford Explorer was parked in my driveway and it somehow rolled down approx 150 feet and smashed into a tree. There was no one in the vehicle it was parked and the keys were in the house. I immediately called my insurance (state farm) and they had me call a collision garage to come out and   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

Structure,body, hatchback/liftgate,hinge and attachments. I was closing my hatch on my 2003 Ford Explorer VIN#1fmzu73k732b54248 when the left hinge broke free from the body of the vehicle   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem

Hatchback on 2003 Ford Explorer cracked, and needed replacement, the total cost was $290. 00.   Read details...


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