One problem related to engine head gasket leaking 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.
Exact dates are various , vehicle has 39000 miles on it presently , have multiple vehicles , drive over the road truck driver . . . Changed brakes and rotors twice , emergency brake not working , had fixed , had to have ekg replaced and some exhaust sensor , tires wore out at 29000 , exhaust system replaced , both ball joints replaced , pinion gear gasket leaking from rear end , both cv joints leaking , appears right cv joint needs replacing , gets 14 mpg ( 4. 0 liter ) paint peeling from roof for quite awhile now , rusting around fuel tank door , as all are . . . . . . Vehicle has been a nightmare , getting rid of this at 39000 miles , Ford has a better idea , buy another one !.