Four problems related to automatic transmission torque converter have been reported for the 2004 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2004 Explorer.
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the transmission failed. The vehicle would sporadically surge and would exhibit an abnormal grinding sound. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was determined that the fly wheel was spinning because the torque converter had failed. The vehicle had not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 129,000.
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the gear lever would not shift in and out of gear until after several attempts. In addition, the transmission would slip gears while driving. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The contact was advised to rebuild the transmission and replace the torque converter. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 89,456.
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Explorer. While driving at speeds of 50 mph, the transmission warning light illuminated and there was an unusual noise coming from the wheel bearings. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where the contact was advised that the torque was defective and caused the transmission to malfunction. The dealer was contacted and also advised having the transmission replaced. The failure and current mileages were 84,000. Updated 08/27/10.
2004 Ford Explorer transmission problem. Transmission was leaking and not shifting right. I have had it to the dealer to be fixed twice,the first time I was told there was nothing wrong it was just overfilled,the second time they said they replaced the torque converter and the resealed pump bolts. I am keeping an eye on any more problems and I know you guys are tracking the trans problems with this vehical. If I could I would demand to get another vehical and it would not be a Ford being though I probably will have to return for more service with more problem. I bought this thinking it was a quality vehical but I know know I made a mistake. Thank you . Nancy sakevich.