Ford Ranger Recall R/2003/055: Possible Casting Defect In Front Steering Knuckles, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 22 Apr 2003
- Launched
- 386
- vehicles in the UK
- 3C859
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Ranger vehicles. Steering knuckle casting may crack. The dealer will replace with new any part failing the above test. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Steering knuckle casting may crack.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE CASTING DEFECT IN FRONT STEERING KNUCKLES Defect: Steering knuckle casting may crack Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and using dye penetrant inspection techniques check the steering knuckles for the presence of a crack. Replace with new any part failing the above test.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: possible casting defect in front steering knuckles.
The Fix
The dealer will replace with new any part failing the above test.
Are You Affected?
Ranger may be included. Ford estimates 386 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Ford, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Ford.
- Book with any franchised Ford dealer, quoting the campaign code 3C859 or the DVSA reference R/2003/055. See how to get a Ford recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RangerEngine failure | Urgent | R/2026/289 | |
| Kuga, RangerPotential exhaust gas recirculation valve failure | Urgent | R/2026/160 | |
| RangerHigh voltage battery tray retaining bracket replacement | Urgent | R/2026/123 | |
| RangerAutomatic Transmission no reverse | Low | R/2026/174 | |
| RangerTransmission oil pump gears software update | Low | R/2026/127 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2003/038 on 7 Mar 2003, for weld seam on rear axle is not to specification. The one launched after it was R/2003/090 on 26 Jul 2003, for rear brake hose may chafe. You can also see every Ford recall, all recalls launched in 2003 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2003/055, launched 22 April 2003. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.