One problem related to hood latch has been reported for the 2003 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2003 Explorer.
While driving the vehicle, the hood released. Fortunately, the safety latch prevented the hood from completely releasing. This has occurred several times since. 2003 Ford Explorer.
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Tailgate Latch problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems | |
| Hood Latch problems |