2004 Ford F-150 Power Train Problems
- 86
- 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.
Among these 86 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- rear differential · 13 records
- drive shaft · 11 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- vibration rear · 5 records
- transmission replaced · 4 records
- clutch pack · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 24 |
| 100–150k mi | 17 |
| 1–30k mi | 15 |
| 30–60k mi | 10 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Malfunctioning differential- when starting from a stopped position, (especially from a turn) vibrations occur and posses a risk of a potential failure when pulling into oncoming traffic. *tr
ODI 10596560
Power Train
Had a loud whinning noise i could hear when driving, but when i let off the gas it wouldn't be as loud and pretty much go away. It was not tire noise or hum. Just hit a 100,000 miles and the noise had gotten a lot louder. I read lots information online and found it to be the pinion bearing. Took it to local repair shop and they confirmed that the pinion bearing had gone bad. This is very surprising that so many 2004…
ODI 10586664
Power Train
Had the same problem as mentioned multiple times in this list. Accelerating past 40 mph, the truck slipped out of gear and rev'd up to about 4000rpm. Did the same thing repeatedly after the first incident. Apparently a broken snap ring. Hard to believe this is not considered a safety hazard, and something that should be fixed via recall?? *tr
ODI 10585122
Driveshaft · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that the driver was exiting a parking area when a loud noised was heard from underneath the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the drive shaft was fractured in half and caused damage to the fuel tank and muffler. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the…
ODI 10588357
Power Train
This is a recurrence, paid for it the 1st time. After driving a few miles and coming to a stop the rear differential chatters really bad until the vehicle has finished cornering. *tr
ODI 10592852
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
Took truck to get tune up but was told i couldn't get warranty to help pay for service badly needed and due to that i lost work and was almost homeless but ended up getting help from my mother for tires that took 5 days and was a big headake at wallmart but that's another thing .its a long story but i'm doing my best to have a decent running truck that i can rely on to keep jobs.i just want it fixed so i had to…
ODI 10821942
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Bought 2004 f150 brand new, never off road, all scheduled maintenance completed: son driving on interstate at 65mph, heard loud breaking noise, severe rattling, shaking, no power, coasted down ramp and to side road. Towed to mechanic--rod through the oil pan. Mechanic verified that oil was pumped properly through motor.. Same mechanic has worked on this car since we have had it. We have had to have all 4 door window…
ODI 10550144
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
The engine blew a spark plug out my grandfather bought this truck new it never had them removed before it did not come lose it blew threads and all out do your god dam job make ford fix this before someone gets killed from a fire over this when the plug pops out it blows fuel out on the coil pack with it with it shooting lighting bolts if i had been a person with no mechanical knowledge it would have got bad i…
Fire reported
ODI 10544329
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
As i was backing upward into my garage, i slowed down and the truck rolled forward and i quickly pressed the gas to resume backwards. This caused the check engine warning light to come on along with my od/off indicators on the dashboard. My reverse gear stopped pulling. I'm afraid had this been in route it might have been more serious of an issue. *tr
ODI 10508746
Power Train
While starting from a dead stop noticed a rumbling sound coming from the rear end. I had the rear differential fluid replaced, u-joints checked, and brakes inspected. (have had this done 3 times in the last 18 months at a cost of several hundred dollars)i mentioned this problem during a casual conversation with a friend who happened to be a retired ford mechanic. He told me that while he was with ford as a mechanic…
ODI 10630706
Power Train
Driving up a hill at about 35mph , and noticed the transmission slipping . It keep going in and out of gear . Finally the od shut off and was able to get it back to my house . Luckily i was only 4 blocks away .after diagnosis from the dealership , it turns out that the od retainer clip went out ,took out my 2nd gear and cracked the housing . From looking online this appears to be a common problem that ford is not…
ODI 10503618
Engine · Power Train
I was driving down the highway doing 65 when my truck lost power... I barley coasted our of traffic and pulled over. I could not figure out what was wrong, oil was not low and electrical system seemed fine. Had to tow it to a mechanic to find out the engine is locked up. Apparently the cam phasers in this engine are junk and go out very frequently causing major engine problems. This needs to be fixed! These engine…
ODI 10496452
Power Train
Transmission failed. One owner vehicle. Ford will not accept any responsibility even though it appears that this is definitely a problem for this year truck. *tr
ODI 10478139
Power Train · Steering
Turning out of a parking lot during acceleration the truck began to "jump" and ride rough like driving over a "washboard". After stopping and checking it out nothing was seen. Happened again on the way home. I took it to the dealership in town and they said the rear diff needed to be replaced. *tr
ODI 10477434
Power Train
TRANSMISSION WILL NOT GO INTO REVERSE. *TR
ODI 10475556
Power Train
I started my truck one day and received a "trans fault no o/d" dash code. The vehicle has driven fine and shifted fine, but i wanted to take it to the dealer to have it looked at. They pulled a code for the transmission temperature sensor but said they noticed metal in the transmission pan. The recommendation was a new transmission ($3000) or a rebuilt torque converter. I was suspicious that it could be so serious…
ODI 10459009
Power Train
Truck rear end shakes violently upon acceleration at any speed or from a stand still. I had the rear end serviced and had the fluid flushed, but it only corrected the issue for a short amount of time. As time goes on, this issue only worsens. Ford has issued a service bulletin for a defective clutch pack(s) in the rear differential, but not a recall. This makes the vehicle feel unsafe and makes acceleration uneasy,…
ODI 10695257
Power Train
Waiting at stop light proceeded on green all of a sudden big banging noise underside of truck stopped in traffic by traffic light looked under truck to see drive shaft broke in half call 911 to help direct traffic called tow co. To tow vehicle to repair shop head mechanic confirmed drive shaft broke in half due to rust. Drive shaft cracked in half at the middle and not at the u joints head mechanic confirmed to me…
ODI 10459715
Power Train
Waiting at a stop light than proceeded to go when light turned green all of a sudden big banging and grinding noise coming from under truck looked under and sees drive shaft broke in half police were called to help direct traffic and called tow truck! Mechanic of the repair shop told me why in his report that the drive shaft broke he said the drive shaft had rusted in the middle to cause it to break in half!! My…
ODI 10455060
Power Train
Truck vibrated horribly on a straightaway starting at 40 mph causing me to slow down quickly. Happens irregularly. Transmission shop can't find anything wrong. Previously had ongoing problems with shuddering when turning around corners. Just waiting for something bad to happen when i am on the interstate. *tr
ODI 10505346
Power Train
The clutch pack in the driven train rear differentials lock up when turning corners and howls when going down the road. These failures are so common on ford truck that ford is now adding friction modifiers to the rear differentials to rear the problem and aftermarket suppliers are making replacements for the clutch pack like detroit locker to eliminate the problem. This lock up on winter surfaces cause the wheels to…
ODI 10449048
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. While driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle began to decelerate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic where the mechanic stated to the contact that the transmission would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000. Updated 03/23/12*lj
ODI 10449229
Power Train
Transmission failed and was replaced. Rear differential needs to be replaced. *tr
ODI 10453274
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
Gear Position Indication (Prndl) · Power Train
Truck would not start even though lights, dash indicators, & radio came on. Checked under hood & then placed in neutral to try & start. Vehicle started in neutral. Placed vehicle in park and upon taking foot off brake, vehicle lurched backward (in reverse) almost going over an embankment when i slammed brakes. Vehicle shift indicator showed it in park but, transmission was actually still in reverse. Could not get…
ODI 10441282