2003 Ford F-150: fire, smoke or burning smell

Filed Jan 28, 2026 · VA · fire

My husband was shoveling snow off of our vehicles and seen smoke coming from under the hood of his truck. When he opened the hood the truck was on fire on the right side. The truck was turned off when this happened. He threw snow on top of it to put the fire out and unplugged the battery to prevent further fire damage.

Filed Sep 14, 2023 · Electrical · 250,000 miles · TX · fire

The contact owns a 2003 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off for approximately an hour, they were suddenly informed that their vehicle had caught fire. When the contact arrived at the vehicle the fire department had already arrived and extinguished the fire. There was a police report was filed that stated that the fire was caused by wiring in the engine compartment. There were no injuries or medical assistance. There was damage to a nearby vehicle, fence, tree, and surrounding grounds. The vehicle had been towed and deemed totaled. The contact had later learned of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 05V017000 (Vehicle Speed Control) however the vehicle had never been repaired for the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 250,000.

Filed Mar 6, 2023 · Body · NC · fire

On the day of Monday February 20 2023 I was in my front driveway preforming some maintenance on my 2003 Ford F-150 Xlt SuperCrew truck a gear shift cable and a heater core replacement. Once I finished the repairs I ran my truck for a few minutes then shut it off and was headed inside when I noticed a flickering light coming from the passenger side of the vehicle I walked to the truck and opened the door and I saw small flames dripping down coming from the ( glove box area ) I then grabbed the water hose and put it out . Once the small fire was out I proceeded to go in the house when I noticed black smoke coming ( from the engine bay from the vents in front of the windshield) the smoke got thicker as I sprayed it with water I then called to my spouse to call the local Fire Department. The vehicle was a total loss nothing was left interior wise no ( steering wheel,no console,no dashboard or anything.

Filed Jul 30, 2020 · Engine · 240,000 miles · TX · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-150. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle from driving, the vehicle began to smoke from the driver's side of the vehicle. The contact stated that shortly after the vehicle caught on fire under the hood on the driver's side. The fire department came to put out the fire and filed a police report. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. The contact had contacted the dealership (sam pack's five star ford address: 1635 s interstate 35e, carrollton, tx 75006 phone: (972) 446-5027) who informed that there was no recall on their vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 240,000.

Filed Jun 4, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 203,000 miles · LA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-150. The contact stated that the check engine warning light had been illuminated since the day of purchase. The contact also stated that while the vehicle was parked in the car port the vehicle suddenly caught on fire. The fire department came and put out the fire. A fire department report was made. The vehicle was deemed totaled as well as damaged the contact's residence. There were no injuries. The contact contacted a certified mechanic who informed them of a recall for the year/make/model, the federal safety agency campaign number: 06e056000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated the VIN had not shown to be included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 203,000. *bf

Filed Mar 16, 2020 · Engine · 196,000 miles · TX · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2003 ford f-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was included the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v017000 (vehicle speed control) and a repair appointment was scheduled with the local dealer. The contact stated that he was not informed by the dealer that the defective part could have been disconnected from the vehicle to avoid a fire which was stated in the recall remedy. The contact stated after his girlfriend parked the vehicle, about four and a half hours later the vehicle unexpectedly was engulfed in flames from the engine. The fire department was called and extinguished the flames. A fire department report was filed. The contact stated that two other vehicles were damaged by the fire. The dealer was notified of the incident and canceled a scheduled appointment however the manufacturer was not made aware of the incident. The fire department deemed the vehicle a total loss. The failure mileage was 196,000.

Filed Jul 26, 2019 · Electrical · 200,020 miles · TX · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-150. The contact's sister smelled smoke coming their bedroom window. The contact went outside and noticed that the vehicle caught on fire. The fire started from the driver side. The contact extinguished the fire with their water hose. No police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was not totaled however the front hood and passenger side was melted. The vehicle was not drivable. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised to take the vehicle to henson ford (581 1-45, madisonville, tx 77864). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 200,020.

Filed Aug 1, 2018 · Fuel system · 180,000 miles · AL · fire

I drove the truck about 90 miles sunday july 29. Parked the truck in front of my home went inside and about 10 minutes later heard an explosion. Went out front and found my truck engine compartment fully engulfed in flames. Fire was so hot it melted engineer parts and the hood. I had checked the oil, coolant and trans prior to making the trip. There were no leaks of any type. Have never had any issues with fule or oil leaks.

Filed Jul 5, 2016 · 168,000 miles · MN · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2003 ford f-150. The contact stated that the air conditioner was defective. When the contact activated the air conditioning system and placed it on high, a popping noise emitted and smoke released from the vents. Moments later, flames emitted from the vent area. The contact and driver were uninjured. The fire department extinguished the fire. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was not available. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure mileage was 168,000.

Filed Jun 27, 2016 · Electrical · 200,000 miles · RI · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2003 ford f-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and there was an abnormal odor of smoke. The contact stated that suddenly the vehicle engulfed into flames. The fire department was notified and was able to extinguish the fire. A fire report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

Filed Jun 22, 2016 · Body, Engine · GA · fire

Vehicle caught on fire while parked in driveway. Had not been run in over a week. Completely burned up and caused damaged home. Vehicle burned had several explosions and burned at a high temp until it was extinguished by fire fighters.

Filed Dec 1, 2015 · Airbags · WV · crash · fire · 1 injury

I was pulling out of my rd onto wolf pen , my dog tried to get on my lap, he made me total my truck as soon as , I hit the driver airbag tried to deploy but it cought fire and the guy that stopped told me to get out my truck was on fire !! I've had bad neck problems and back problems, I don't appreciate how ford motor company ?! Treated me !!!!!!