2004 Ford Expedition
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Ford Expedition is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 201 on record.
2004 Ford Expedition at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2004 Ford Expedition recalls 4
CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Fix: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2004 Ford Expedition common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 296 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2004 Ford Expedition safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2004 Ford Expedition 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2004 Ford Expedition MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2004 Ford Expedition worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2004 Ford Expedition costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,003) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,267), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2004 Ford Expedition trims & engines on record
2004 Ford Expedition vehicles on record
2004 Ford Expedition XLT1FMFU16LX4LA45470
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMFU18L84LB61201
2004 Ford Expedition XLT1FMPU15L74LA75001
2004 Ford Expedition XLT1FMEU15W54LA46985
2004 Ford Expedition XLT1FMPU15L84LB01654
2004 Ford Expedition XLT1FMRU15W04LB20637
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMRU17W84LB88374
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMFU18L34LA66688
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMPU18L64LB87591
2004 Ford Expedition XLT1FMRU15W64LA10062
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMPU18L74LA90755
2004 Ford Expedition XLS1FMRU13W84LB16869
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMFU18L04LB75206
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMRU17W44LB12196
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMFU18L04LA71525
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMFU18L14LA57259
2004 Ford Expedition XLT Sport1FMRU15W64LA97641
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMFU18L24LB40666
2004 Ford Expedition XLT1FMRU15WX4LB38532
2004 Ford Expedition XLT1FMRU15W64LB03292
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMFU18L14LA10040
2004 Ford Expedition XLT1FMPU15L04LA49503
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMPU17L14LB79254
2004 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer1FMPU18L54LB81006
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2004 Ford Expedition — frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Ford Expedition have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2004 Ford Expedition. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Ford Expedition?
Based on 296 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, electrical system.
What is the 2004 Ford Expedition safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2004 Ford Expedition crash-test ratings of frontal 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2004 Ford Expedition get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2004 Ford Expedition at about 14 mpg combined (13 city / 17 highway).
How much is a 2004 Ford Expedition worth?
Comparable 2004 Ford Expedition listings run roughly $2,000–$6,500, typically around $4,003 (from 197 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.