2004 Ford F-150 Structure Problems
- 22
- 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
- rear window · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 9 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure
2004 ford f-150. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle frame rust problems. *smd consumer sent additional correspondence. *smd the vehicle had to be towed to the repair shop, because the brakes went out. The rear brake lines, hoses, calipers, master cylinder and pads were replaced. Updated 03/09/15. *jb
ODI 10671073
Structure
When it rains water comes in and drips on the passenger side rear seat. I have replace the third brake light lens twice and the rear window. I have read forums and it seems like this problem is common. I have a truck that smells like mildew. I have to drive it now with the interior pulled out. *tr
ODI 10682143
Fuel/Propulsion System · Structure · Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire · Vehicle Speed Control
While attempting to accelerate onto a highway my vehicle sputtered and i was unable to get up to speed in a reasonable amount of time. Fortunately i was on a 4 lane highway and the approaching vehicles were able to avoid me by pulling into the passing lane. I brought my vehicle in for service and a corroded fuel pump control module was responsible for the hesitation. According to my mechanic, he categorized the…
ODI 10483133
Electrical System · Structure
I have owned this truck since 2004, no serious issues. This past friday i noticed power was still going to my truck when it was turned off. The power accessory relay was clicking vigorously then stopped, no power inside my vehicle. I started the truck and everything worked except for the radio. I went for a drive than and then the reverse lights came on the door buzzer was going off, as i went to stop i heard a…
ODI 10450011
Structure · Suspension
2004 ford f150 supercrew starts shaking horribly at highway speeds when pulling a travel trailer. It doesn't matter if you slow down, speed up, or take out of gear the only way to make it quit is to come to a complete stop. This has happened 3 times to me so far and it feels as if all the wheels are about to fall off. I called my dealer and they said that they haven't heard of this problem, but if you do a search on…
ODI 10403848
Structure · Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
I was having a rattling noise under my truck for the past several months. My neighbor who used to work for ford thinks its the cables for the spare tire under my truck. He believes the spare tire cables are loose and need to be tightened. I looked in the owners manual to figure out how to get the spare tire out. I have to use my ignition key to open the lock to get to the tire. My key only fits half way in and wont…
ODI 10334303
Latches/Locks/Linkages · Rear Window Wiper/Washer · Structure
Second window drive failure in 6 weeks. Very loud bang from door (sounds like truck is hit by large rock/hard object) which is very startling, then window glass slides down into door. On the freeway this is extremely distracting and dangerous. The first window failure (one month ago) cost me $430.00 at ford dealer to repair. I was never informed that this was a frequent problem. After second failure in 4 weeks, i…
ODI 10279240
Structure
I purchased a used 2004 ford xl f 150 4 x 4 whcih was manufactured in the u.s. But sold in canada ser # [xxx]. The truck has a constant vibration at 50 mph and i have spent $2,500 trying to fix it with out success. What really scared me was that on one occassion the vibration instantly became so severe, that i almost lost control of the truck and had to pull off the road.. Are there other complaints with this same…
ODI 10334400
Structure
Own a ford f-150 year 2004 and a window in one of the doors has fallen. This time it was the back passenger window that scared my wife while driving when it fell to the bottom of the inside door. I have already had every window replaced once and the driver window twice, and this will be twice for this door, in total it has been 6 times windows have fell. This requires a recall. When driving this can be a safety…
ODI 10255405
Structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that the vehicle frame was not properly aligned with the body of the vehicle. The contact discovered the failure when he noticed that the rear tires were protruding outward abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who did not diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage…
ODI 10402610
Structure
Noticing water leak from either the 3rd brake light or the top of the rear window into the cab of the truck. Rear window is not the style that opens. *jb
ODI 10172913
Engine · Fog Lights · Structure
2004 f150 right fog light replaced, front kick panel cracked and loose. *ts ***nar*** the floor trim on the passenger side came apart. The vehicle would not start. The check engine light illuminated. The oil pressure read zero. The temperature gauge failed. *nm
ODI 10152999
Structure
Dt*: the contact stated that the speedometer and gauges from the dashboard panel are unreadable during the day. The dashboard background is black with red needles and numbers. The dealer determined that the panel could not be changed.*ak the consumer stated he must use a flash light to see how fast he is going, or to read any other gauges. Updated 07/25/06. *jb
ODI 10161681
Automatic Transmission · Control Module (Tcm, Pcm) · Gasoline · Interior/Under Dash · Latch · Power Window Devices And Controls · Structure
Rear window seal is loose and window rattles inside of mounting area indicating an insufficient mount to retain window in mounting area. *nm
ODI 10143409
Structure · Tires
I currently own a 2004 f150 fx4 supercrew. The truck has a bad vibration between (60-65 mph) which in turn causes the bed to shake. The dealership balanced the tires and replaced the driveshaft, and now they are ordering a counter balance which will be installed under the right rear of the truck. The dealer is also looking into the possibility of a problem with the goodyear wrangler tires which have 1 ply of nylon…
ODI 10104919
Structure
I bought my ford f150 4x4 flareside 2004 last november 30,2004. Drove it home,notice a strong vibration in the steering wheel and shaking of the whole truck at speed between 35-65 miles. I told the service manager about the problem who told me that they cannot do anything about it until they hear anything from ford headquarters. At 1800 miles, my truck shakes so bad that i felt like something massaging my calf…
ODI 10106300
Structure
Purchased 04 ford f150 fx4 4x4 12/18/04. Since purchase, along with two other new test driven equivalents, noticed excessive wind noise at [redacted] to describe this is it sounds similar to the heat/cool fan at high (e.g. Setting 4) speed. It is loud and very irretating. For the problem to be resolved, it would be the same as when you turn off the heat/cool fan at high. Note: the heat/cool analogy is for comparison…
ODI 10104478
Structure
2004 ford f150 2x4 regular cab flairside evere vibration at speeds between 45 and 55 mph. Seems to be in rear end of vehicle. Dealership (marshal mize ford chattanooga, tn) states they cannot find problem but there is a problem according to ford engineering tsb 40303. Service manager stated he heard of some vibration issues. Ford needs a recall.*ak
ODI 10100933
Structure
I have owned my 2004 f-150 supercab 4x4 lariat for approximately 5 weeks. The vehicle had a very bad shake in the rear end at approximately 59 miles an hour. Dealer installed a "dampner", which was supposed to correct the problem. Installation of the dampner only relocated the vibration to 54-55 miles an hour. At times, the vibration is so bad, i must slow down or speed up so i can see out of the rear view mirror.…
ODI 10092956
Axle Assembly · Rear · Steering · Structure
Test drove new f-150 super-crew-cab 4x2, at 60 mph experienced a terrilbe shimmy in steering wheel and bad vibration from left rear of truck. Returned truck to lot and test drove new f-150 super-crew-cab 4x4, experienced the same problem at 30 mph and 60 mph. Bought 4x4, salesman said the truck most likely needed wheel ballancing, or it was out of round. We made an appointment for two days later to address the…
ODI 10072579
Structure
My truck has a problem with the bed jumping up and down as it goes down the road. This is very dangerous when you going around a corner. I have brought this problem up to the dealer several times, and they told me that the was the way the vehicle was suppose to perform. No, it was not right for a vehicle to perform this way. *ak
ODI 10117942
Structure
While driving with the rear window open, the vehicle vibrated. The driver took the vehicle to the dealer for analysis. *ph extreme vibration of the cab was encountered upon leaving either or both rear door windows below 30%while driving above 35 mph. The vibration increased when the speed increased and was most prevalent above 50 mph. The vibration seemd to be caused by air pressure entering the vehicle. *cb *jb
ODI 10050096