Two problems related to hydraulic power assist steering system 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.
Power steering fails when driving at all/various speeds. Failure is felt during/attempted turning of the wheel in either direction while driving. Steering becomes very difficult and suddenly power steering kicks in and becomes unsafe as great pressure is being applied to steering wheel to overcome power steering failure. Dealership claims no known failures and cannot find problem with my steering system. As a systems safety engineer, I suspect defect in system and manufacture has yet to admit. Request assistance to force manufacture/dealership to investigate and determine problem.
At slow speed when turning the steering wheel shakes and vibrates. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer. However, dealer is unable to correct the defect.
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Lose Power Steering problems | |
| Steering Gear Box problems | |
| Steering Pinion Shaft problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems |