Table 1 shows 15 common structure related problems of the 2004 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the body (146 problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate hinge (46 problems).
Back windows fell off track and windows fell down, cannot roll them up. Ac and heater broke and won't work at all. Fuel system is too lean. Transmission is going out timing chain and tensioners making loud knocking noise. Burning oil. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that after opening the rear glass lift gate window, the two plastic hinges attached to the window fractured causing the window to fall and separate from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Explorer. After opening the liftgate window, the contact noticed a crack on the driver side hatch. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 172,000. Read details...