Most Reported Problem Reports for the 2003 Ford Excursion : RepairPal

Inoperative Door Locks Due to Resistance in Circuit

for the Ford Excursion

One or more of the door locks may become inoperative due to resistance in the circuit. In some cases, replacement of all actuators will be required to correct this issue.

16 Reports

High Pressure Diesel Fuel Injection Pump May Fail and Cause "No Start" Condition

for the Ford Excursion

The high pressure diesel fuel injection pump may fail, resulting in a "no start" condition.

6 Reports

Rough Idle Caused By EGR Sensor Sticking

for the Ford Excursion

Intermittent rough idle may be caused by the EGR sensor sticking, causing the EGR valve to stay slightly open. Our technicians tell us the valve and sensor must be replaced together to correct this concern.

5 Reports

Hard start due to incorrect engine oil

for the Ford Excursion

Hard starts, long crank time before the start, rough idle, and loss of power can be caused by using the wrong type of oil in this motor. With the engine off, remove the oil dipstick and inspect. If tiny bubbles are present, then the oil is foaming and unable to maintain proper operating pressure in the high pressure oil system.

4 Reports

Oil in fuel system due to injector seal leaks

for the Ford Excursion

When changing the fuel filter, if the fuel in the filter bowl looks gray or black, it may be a sign that the fuel injector O-rings are allowing high pressure oil to migrate into the fuel return system. Symptoms of this are rough idle or hard starting.

3 Reports