One problem related to brake fluid has 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.
Brake master cylinder resevior leaks brake fluid. This has been replaced once and continues to leak. Dealer states Ford insists it is normal to leak. Dealer states 3 out of 4 Explorers leak brake fluid. Has been to dealer on 3 different times to be repaired, still leaks. Once a week the fluid has to be washed off the resevior and inner fender well.