Table 1 shows 14 common structure related problems of the 2003 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the body (92 problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate (76 problems).
There is a crack down the middle section of the liftgate for quite some time. The liftgate has been unlocking and opening automatically by itself. On only rare occasions has the liftgate opened all the way while driving. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the lift gate window became detached intermittently. The liftgate door failed to close properly and it developed a crack at the bottom. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the lift gate needed to be Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the rear hatch was open and the hinges that opened the glass fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 04v442000 (structure). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. Read details...