One problem related to radiator 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.
: the contact stated while driving at 70 mph smoke emitted from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled off the road and towed to the dealership. The radiator, fuel filter, air filter, and steering gear assembly was replaced, the front end was aligned as well. Two days later while driving at 70 mph smoke was noticed in the rearview mirror. The vehicle was pulled off the road and less than one minute later the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames. The fire department responded and extinguished the fire. The fire marshal determined this fire was caused by a mechanical failure malfunction. There was a police and fire report filed.