2004 Ford F-150 Suspension Problems
- 76
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- steering wheel · 15 records
- coil springs · 8 records
- both front · 7 records
- front coil · 7 records
- highway speeds · 7 records
- needed replaced · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 37 |
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 30–60k mi | 9 |
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body · Suspension
My 2004 ford f-150 has 61,000 miles and no rust on the outside of the vehicle. I've kept the truck well maintained and it looks almost new. The frame however right where the rear leaf spring attaches to the frame is rusted right through. It is incredible that this has not been recalled as of yet. Hopefully it will be recalled. While driving a part of the exhaust heat shield fell onto the driveshaft. When i went to…
ODI 11205939
Suspension
Took truck get new tires, mech said, needed new coil springs, springs busted. (mech stated seen many ford f150 same problem, ).
ODI 11078892
Steering · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Excessive shaking at 40 mph+ , trans fault light came on & off . Trouble using reverse would jerk & slip. Have replaced many parts recently
ODI 11058426
Service Brakes · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
When braking springs made noise and it takes several brakes to stop.
ODI 11045980
Steering · Suspension
My vehicle has developed what i would refer to as a death wobble. At speeds from 40 to 55 mpg the front of the trick shakes as though it's going to rattle apart. This is clearly a ford issue and is now getting a good share of attention on you tube. There are a lot of us out there who have inheritated this from ford who is in constant denial of it's refusal to address and take corrective action to repair the…
ODI 11132049
Suspension
112000 miles 90% driven in summer months. Garaged extensive rust and frame damage from corrosion .body and interior flawless all service recommendations by ford followed
ODI 10924407
Body · Suspension
Frame rusting out prematurely causing a safety hazard.
ODI 10851324
Suspension
Lower control arm mount is broken ,mount is welded to the frame,i just noticed it on 2-20-2016 while replacing my front shocks.
ODI 10837631
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle began to veer to the driver side. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the coil spring needed to be replaced. It was unknown if the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10811144
Suspension · Underbody Shields
I own a 2004 ford heritage 4x4 and the frame is literally rusting away on or about the 10th of march the bracket that holds the rear driver side leaf spring rotted away and punched through the bottom of my bed. I was only going 30 when it happened so everyone was safe. I also had to replace the trailer hitch last year because the frame was so rotted away. I stopped at a stop sign and when i went to go i saw my…
ODI 10700675
Suspension
Bought a 2004 ford f-150 from a neighbor recently. Front end was drooping. Went to put a "leveling kit" on it and found both front coil springs broke in the same place. This can't be a coincidence. Can't really afford new springs right now but looks like a manufacture defect. Thanks. *tr
ODI 10668514
Suspension
A new york state inspection revealed two broken springs on front end of 2004 ford f150. The cost to replace is not cheap and after researching online, seems to be a common problem with this vehicle. Ford motor company should recall these vehicles based on safety issue. I hope others will document this problem to help resolve this issue. *tr
ODI 10644281
Suspension · Underbody Shields
I took my truck to a garage to have the oil changed. While up on the rack the rust was noticed by my mechanic who said it would not pass inspection better have it fixed. I contacted a professional who came to my house and looked at it with the bed off. Upon his inspection he found it was unrepairable there was not enough original metal left to weld to. I have contacted ford customer relationship center only to be…
ODI 10644310
Suspension
I took my truck in for state inspection and was told that both front coil springs were broken. They explained that the coating applied to the springs actually caused rust and made them fail. I consider this to be a manufacturing and safety defect but was informed by the dealer and ford that they would not consider any help toward the $400 bill to replace them. I don't feel that a consumer should have to pay for a…
ODI 10638544
Body · Suspension
-repair shop-2004 ford f150 crew cab, frame completely rotted through, frame replacement required. Customer will not have repaired. *tr
ODI 10641757
Coil Springs · Suspension
FRONT COIL SPRINGS BOTH BROKE IN SAME PLACE. *TR
ODI 10627834
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f150. The contact stated that both front suspension springs were broken. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and the current mileage was 93,000.
ODI 10584413
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being serviced, the technician discovered that both front coil springs were fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 90,000.
ODI 10562950
Suspension
On preparing to change the brake pads, i noticed the front left coil spring has snapped. After checking on line and my local ford dealership, it seems this is not uncommon on 2004 ford f150 vehicles, and it indicates that ford is not prepared to assist customers, even though they realize this is a manufacturing defect. Photograph available if needed. The ford dealership advises they need to replace both front road…
ODI 10554394
Suspension
Brought truck in for service due to hit pulling to the right and seemed to be sitting low. When the dealership removed front wheels it was discovered the both front coil springs had been broken. Both springs were broken diagonal at the base where it sits in the strut. Was told that the springs needed to be replaced in order for a proper alignment to be completed. Further research online shows that this is a very…
ODI 10532584
Suspension
We have always taken our truck to the ford dealer for regular service. Took it to a 3rd party mechanic to have brakes done and they showed us that both front coil springs were broken, completely severed and had been that way for quite a while evident by rust and corrosion at breaking point. After reading the other complaints on here this seems to be a common defect in this make and model and year. I am doing…
ODI 10596808
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being service for regular maintenance, the dealer diagnosed that the rear axle needed to be replaced due to a design flaw. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 50,938. *tr
ODI 10512000
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. While driving approximately 42 mph, the contact noticed the front end of the vehicle began to shake abnormally. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the front coil springs were fractured. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics or repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 73,000.
ODI 10457913
Suspension
While my truck was being serviced, it was brought to my attention that i had a broken front passenger side coil spring. Their was a 2 inch piece of coil spring hanging on by the plastic covering of the spring. The piece was corroded, which tells me that it had been broken for some time. I have noticed online that this is not a uncommon occurrence. *tr
ODI 10446088
Power Train · Suspension
Original owner of 2004 ford f150 fx4. From stop the rear end will vibrate as i accelerate. It's been doing it for quite a while. I believe it started around 40000 miles. I only have 54000 on it currently. So it has been like this for at least 3 or 4 years. It sounds like this is a pretty common issue. Does should definitely fix this known issue. *tr
ODI 10703086