2004 Ford Explorer
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Ford Explorer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 375 on record.
2004 Ford Explorer at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2004 Ford Explorer recalls 4
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE 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: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BREAK INTO SMALL PIECES AS EXPECTED OF TEMPERED GLASS AND FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 205, "GLAZING MATERIALS."
Fix: SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIMBURSE WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS FOR CURRENT INVENTORY AND AT A SPECIFIED RATE FOR REPLACING THEIR CUSTOME…
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 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: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
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.
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 Explorer common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 1,408 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2004 Ford Explorer safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2004 Ford Explorer 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2004 Ford Explorer MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2004 Ford Explorer worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2004 Ford Explorer 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 ($2,639) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,058), 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 Explorer trims & engines on record
2004 Ford Explorer vehicles on record
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU63K54UA19746
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU73K34ZA62278
2004 Ford Explorer NBX1FMZU73W24ZA05265
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU73K04UA05081
2004 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMZU64K24UA50192
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU63K74UB51486
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMDU63K04ZB33733
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU73K14UA44682
2004 Ford Explorer XLS1FMZU72K24ZA47708
2004 Ford Explorer XLS1FMZU72K84UB07116
2004 Ford Explorer XLS1FMZU72K64UA36370
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU73KX4UA32658
2004 Ford Explorer 4x4 v6 xlt1FMZU73E24UC34131
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU63W14ZA17157
2004 Ford Explorer XLS Sport1FMZU62K94UC16971
2004 Ford Explorer XLS1FMZU62K34UC01723
2004 Ford Explorer XLS Sport1FMZU62K14UC40309
2004 Ford Explorer 4x4 v6 xlt1FMZU73E64ZB35542
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU63K24UB37270
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU63K74ZA71110
2004 Ford Explorer XLS1FMZU62K34ZA10144
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU63K84UA19918
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU63KX4UC10515
2004 Ford Explorer XLT1FMZU73KX4UA76630
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2004 Ford Explorer — frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Ford Explorer have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2004 Ford Explorer. 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 Explorer?
Based on 1,408 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, fuel/propulsion system, engine.
What is the 2004 Ford Explorer safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2004 Ford Explorer crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2004 Ford Explorer get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2004 Ford Explorer at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 19 highway).
How much is a 2004 Ford Explorer worth?
Comparable 2004 Ford Explorer listings run roughly $1,100–$4,500, typically around $2,639 (from 370 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.