2004 Ford F-150 Automatic Transmission Problems
- 66
- 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 66 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- automatic transmission · 8 records
- wheel drive · 5 records
- only miles · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 29 |
| 30–60k mi | 15 |
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control
At 50,000 miles , and earlier, the engine warning light came on, the truck lost all power, and the power steering failed. Upon taking the truck to the dealer, it was determined that the throttle body was defective, and needed replacing. Needless to say, i think that this should not have happened at such a low mileage and should be covered under a recall. Thanks for allowing me to vent. [xxx] information redacted…
ODI 10452445
Automatic Transmission · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Automatic transmission shift cable is routed too close to the engine causing the cable cover to melt over time allowing the cable to become loose. This prevents the column shifter from transferring the vehicle into park even though the dashboard indicator is in the park position. *tr
ODI 10362448
Automatic Transmission
2004 ford f150 4.6l v8, yesterday 10/13/10 while driving on freeway traffic the truck would jerk when i let go of the gas coast for a few feet and get back on the gas. Today 10/14/10 the truck would not go past 30mph, it wont shift into the next gear. Transmission has gone bad. *tr
ODI 10360487
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failure in my 2004 f-150 ford truck at 76,000 miles. *tr
ODI 10336468
Automatic Transmission
I purchased my 2004 f150 used from a local dealer, i had a 30 day 3000 mile warranty. I purchased it with 72,000 miles for $15,899.00. Within 3 days it started a shaking, vibration going up inclines around 45 mph. I contacted dealer and they told me it was the catalytic converters, a day later it was doing it again, i called dealer and they said i was out of my 30 days. Obviously it wasn't the cats. I read all the…
ODI 10399149
Automatic Transmission
Transmission failure, driving to work, transmission shift into neutral , again and again, lost of power in traffic while driving ,all fluids were normal, will not shift into 3rd gear, slips into neutral at 34 mph, 80,176 miles on od. I drove to ford dealer in 2nd gear, $450.00 just to look at, 3- rings +valve body need replacing, total of $2,468.00 cost of repair. Safety issue == loosing all drive power in traffic,…
ODI 10312495
Automatic Transmission
I was doing nothing abnormal, simply trying to back up from a store with nothing in bed of truck. The truck shifted into reverse normally then as i took my foot off the brake a slight thud. Truck then revved in reverse as if it was in neutral. No signs leading up to incident, no noises, abnormal behavior, or signs of any kind. Corrections are being looked into two days from now but a rough estimate from 3…
ODI 10312440
Automatic Transmission
1. Driving the truck at about 60 mph and heard a strange winding sound. 2. Began to slow down to pull over and the truck seemed to go into a lower gear than warranted by the speed. Pulled truck over and put truck in park then back in drive. Drove in parking lot about 50 feet and it felt like it was in 4wd. Stopped truck and moved the 4wd selection knob to 4wh, and then 4wl and back to 2wd. Attempted to drive truck…
ODI 10314747
Automatic Transmission · Visibility
Window failure in my 2004 f150 ford pickup. Window just falls down & tape will not even hold it up. This is a well known failure by ford & no recall. Also, my automatic transmission is slipping for the second time. It only has 47k miles with these well known & documented pervasive problems. *tr
ODI 10297089
Automatic Transmission
Overdrive on my 2004 ford f150 bit the dust after only 55000 miles. Mechanic could not rebuild the transmission had to be replaced. Cost $2356.78 to repair! Of course truck was out of warranty! Bob boyd ford dealership in lancaster, ohio was less than helpful. Mechanic discovered that the case had large grooves in it where the sealing rings on the output shaft ride. *tr
ODI 10312048
Automatic Transmission · Power Window Devices And Controls
Own a 2004 ford f-150 4 door. I have had to replace three of the fourpower window regulators. All three were still under warranty also, the transmission hesitation/loss of rpm/ while driving more so on the freeway when the rpm's reach about 1200/1500 or loss of rpm on deceleration. The dealer would not look at my tranny. Truck was still under warranty. Now 1 year later my tranny has gone out. I have no warranty and…
ODI 10295008
Automatic Transmission
2004 f-150, 4x4, 4.6l engine. Transmission keeps slipping. The vehicle only has 33,800 miles on it, but the time has expired for the factory warranty. This occurs approximately every fifteen miles or so. It started one time about three months ago and quickly went to the ford shop for repair. They "fixed it" they said, but about five hundred miles later, you guessed it, it started again. I have read a ton of forums…
ODI 10291012
Automatic Transmission
My overdrive gear got wiped out. While driving the truck i got up to 30 mph and the engine started to rev up real bad and would not move. The truck has 65,000 miles on it and was not beaten on at all. Just one month past the extended warranty and ford won't honor the warranty or extend it. From what i am reading this happens a lot to the 2004s. The next vehicle won't be a ford.. I suggest that no one buys a ford…
ODI 10280121
Automatic Transmission
On june 29, 2009 while driving the vehicle on a busy city street the automatic transmission suddenly and without warning appeared to shift into neutral. There was no noise or any indication of the catastrophic failure that had occurred. The engine revved with no response from the transmission. While trying to avoid traffic as the vehicle slowed i attempted to clear traffic lanes as safely as possible. The…
ODI 10275367
Automatic Transmission
2004 ford f-150 4.6l v8 regular pickup truck, 39,000 miles on odometer - driving 50 mph and the truck starts vibrating horribly like driving over a washboard road. Nothing will cause the vibration to stop, even throwing the vehicle into neutral. Must stop completely, and sometimes put the transmission into reverse for a moment, then put it back into forward drive, to make the problem go away. This happens…
ODI 10356214
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. While driving approximately 40 mph on normal road conditions, the overdrive switch was activated and the transmission slipped between gears. When the overdrive was deactivated, the vehicle operated normally. There were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and they stated that the failure…
ODI 10257640
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2004 ford f-150 four door extended cab pick up. I have used it as a recreational vehicle and it only has 58,914 miles and the transmission has broken. I took the truck to the shop and the mechanic stated that there was no reason the trucks transmission should have this issue. He stated that unfortunately it has been his experience that this particular year ford f150 has a history of poor transmission…
ODI 10257829
Automatic Transmission
TRANSMISSION WENT BAD AFTER WARRANTY. *TR
ODI 10250364
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2004 ford f-150 crew cab pickup truck. The transmission failed today with no warning or hint there was a potential problem. The vehicle has 75,000 miles on it. The repair guy says the truck is too young for this kind of problem. *tr
ODI 10246548
Automatic Transmission
Transmission overdrive failure resulting in a total rebuild caused by an $18.40 snap ring breaking on the overdrive servo. *tr
ODI 10243952
Automatic Transmission
2004 ford f150 with numerous problems. Now at 82000 miles the transmission is slipping badly. The transmission slips when accelerating and the engine revs until the transmission kicks in. I am afraid when it decides to jump in gear it is going to cause an accident. From what i have read on the internet many other f150 owners are experiencing the same problem with the transmission. Our truck was purchased new but has…
ODI 10239287
Automatic Transmission
2004 f-150 5.4 engine 4x4 crew cab. While driving between 15-20 mph metallic grinding is coming from under the truck. Last for about 5 second until something fall to place like gears in a transmission. It has happen two time and i have schedule the truck for maintenance at sno country ford in monroe wa. I only have 1000 miles left on my extended service plan. I hope they fix the problem the first time before it…
ODI 10238062
Automatic Transmission
The transmission went out at 35,000 miles. The truck has never been driven hard. Metal chips all over. I have to pay for a new transmission for an obviously lemon of a transmission, however i have read on message boards that alot have complained about the same thing happening. I hope that ford recalls the transmissions for these trucks and reimburses me for the 3,800 dollars i have had to pay koons ford to get a new…
ODI 10238505
Automatic Transmission
This has been ongoing for about 10 months. On an infrequent basis, the transmission, when decelerating, starts to growl loudly and will not stop until i come to a complete stop. I have spoken to other f-150 owners and they have informed me of similar complaints. To date, no crashes or injuries are known by me, but i feel ford is responsible for this obvious defect. *tr
ODI 10234263
Automatic Transmission
Transmissons began shifting up and down too often.. Next a hum and then jerks in between shifts. Took it to aamco and ran diagnostics.. Results were internal damage. Drove truck home and back the next day for replacement cost $2,200.00 nomal use with occassional 4x drive. 114k miles *tr
ODI 10234027