2004 FORD EXPEDITION Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Ford Expedition. This model year has 296 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2004 Ford Expedition Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Airbag Malfunctions
Brake System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Ford Expedition. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 55 | — | 7 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 45 | 28 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 41 | 9 | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 36 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 34 | 8 | 2 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 27 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 26 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 24 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 21 | 5 | 3 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 13 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | 3 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2004 Ford Expedition. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 296 most recent complaints
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Expedition. The contact recently purchased the vehicle and stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission hesitated before upshifting with the accelerator pedal depressed. Additionally, while stopped at a traffic light, the vehicl…
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the turn signals, the hazard lights, and the cigarette lighter had become inoperable. The TPMS warning light was illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not dia…
Just bought this truck I have no idea what has or has not been resolved, very poor lighting I noticed and there's a click noise coming from? It just clicks and clicks and clicks. Thanks
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle lunged forward while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact was unable to drive above 15 MPH because the vehicle became difficult to control. The contact stated that…
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle shut down completely, and the warning messages indicated check gage and check service engine. The contact was able to pull over on the side of the road. The dealer was not contacted. …
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was jerking. The contact stated that one spark plug exploded and then another spark plug exploded and went through the cylinder head. The contact c…
Electrical fire today. Vehicle was parked outside garage. A clicking noise was heard and noticed the mirror was trying to move/click and car was filled with smoke. Mirror switches didn't work when tried. Knocked mirror off and fire stopped. Wiring Harness around the emergency…
Unknown, transmition left me stranded on busy highway. Managed to get it moved off the road before being hit. After getting it home and not driving for a period of time it can be started and moved with no issue. Drive to town no problem parked it to take care of some business an…
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power without warning and the steering wheel became difficult to steer on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the failure coul…
VEHICLE LOST POWER FOR 3-5 SECONDS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH ON THREE SEPARATE EVENTS. VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN DUE TO POWER LOSS WHILE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THREE OTHER TIMES AT IDLE SPEED IN DRIVE AND IN PARK ENGINE STALLED AND IMMEDIATELY RESTARTED. LOSS OF POWER STEERING …
THE FRAME IS RUSTING. SEE PHOTOS. THE BODY IS RUSTING AWAY ALSO THE BRAKE LINES. THE ENTIRE VEHICLE IS RUSTING AWAY. WHY HAS THIS 2004 FORD NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL FOR RUST.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN A STAND STILL THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL ON THE MUFFLER SYSTEM AND STARTER. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, A BURNING ODOR WAS DETECTED COMING FROM THE MUFFLER AREA. THE CONTACT ST…
CHATTER WHEN WHEEL TURNED AT LOW SPEED. LOW SPEED TURNING , SHAKING AND VIBRATION. *TR
THE GAS GAUGE NEVER WORKS AND SOMETIMES THE VEHICLE THINKS THAT IT DOESNT HAVE GAS WHEN IT DOES. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND SHUT OFF. LATER, AFTER RESTARTING THE ENGINE, THE VEHICLE OPERATED NORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY CIRCUIT…
WHILE DRIVING A 2004 FORD EXPEDITION 178,000 KEPT STALLING ON THE HIGHWAY AND STREETS. I HAD IT TOWED SEVERAL TIMES BECAUSE IT WON'T START BACK ON THE NEXT DAY IT WOULD TURN ON. HAD THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED AND STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS IT TURN OFF ON MY 18 YEAR OLD SON LIKE …
SERVICE AIR BAG LIGHT RANDOMLY CAME ON
FRAME WAS BROKEN AND RIGGED AND PAINTED UNSAFE AND I AM CONCERNED WHEN HE PUTS MY KIDS IN THE CAR IT IS NOT SAFE
MY DASH VENTS ARE NOT SENDING ANY A/C OUT THE FRONT VENTS, AND I ALSO FEEL HEAT FROM THE FLOOR BOARD OF MY CAR ALONG WITH EXHAUST EMISSIONS. I KNOW THAT THE SAN DIEGO POLICE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THEIR EXPEDITIONS AND THEY WERE RECALLED AND REPAIRED,NOW THEY CHANGED TO FORD E…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AFTER WAITING SEVERAL MINUTES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO COWLES PARKWAY FORD (LOCATED AT 13779 NOBLEWOOD PLAZA, WOODBRIDGE, VA 22193,…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2004 Ford Expedition.
Recalls for 2004 Ford Expedition
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2004 Ford Expedition. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2004 Ford Expedition — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2004 Ford Expedition reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2004 Ford Expedition has 296 NHTSA owner complaints, 48 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (55 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Ford Expedition?▾
#1: Engine Problems (55 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (45 complaints). #3: Brake System (41 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2004 Ford Expedition?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2004 Ford Expedition?▾
The 2004 Ford Expedition has 48 crash-related complaints and 15 fire reports out of 296 total NHTSA complaints. 58 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2004 Ford Expedition have any recalls?▾
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2004 Ford Expedition. The largest issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2004 Ford Expedition?▾
The 2004 Ford Expedition has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Expedition reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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