One problem related to rear window wiper washer linkages 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.
A year ago my rear left window hinge broke. Cost to repair $50 for part. Now the right rear window hinge broke cost now has increased to $80 for repair. Rear panel cracked when heat wave occurred. Ford says no recalls for each issue. This seems to be an issue on this model of Ford. Ford holds no recall for both issues.