2004 Ford E-Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other E-Series years
- Not enough data 10th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Ford E-Series. That ranks 10th out of 13 E-Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is latches/locks/linkages (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 60,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Ford E-Series problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 100% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 100% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 50% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 50% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 50% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 50% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 50% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 50% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 50% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 50% | 40,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Ford E-Series recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Ford E-Series.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I have had this 2004 van in the ford garage in fremont mi at least 10 times. Even had to have the subframe replaced and that wore out all the tires all doors ,air conditioner,brakes,transmission replaced. Locks replaced, heated seat twice,swaybar replaced. I feel i am in a time bomb, we owe more on…
WE OWN A 2004 FORD FREESTAR WITH APPROXIMATELY 80,000MILES. ON JULY 18TH WE EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER WORKING PROPERLY. ON JULY 19TH THE CAR STRUGGLED TO GO UP HILL. ON JULY 20TH WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO BOB DAVIDSON FORD DEALERSHIP 1845 JOPPA RD IN BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21234…
Other Ford E-Series years
← 2003 E-Series · 2005 E-Series →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 E-Series | 5 | 0 |
| 2007 E-Series | 0 | 2 |
| 2006 E-Series | 0 | 6 |
| 2005 E-Series | 10 | 6 |
| 2004 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 E-Series | 5 | 2 |
| 2002 E-Series | 6 | 2 |
| 2001 E-Series | 6 | 2 |
| 2000 E-Series | 6 | 2 |
| 1999 E-Series | 4 | 1 |
| 1998 E-Series | 13 | 1 |
| 1997 E-Series | 16 | 1 |
| 1995 E-Series | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Ford E-Series?
Owners most often report latches/locks/linkages, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, latches/locks/linkages, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Ford E-Series?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2004 Ford E-Series a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other E-Series model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.