MYRModel Year Report

2004 Ford Freestar

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2004 Ford Freestar
BUILT 2026-08-02

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Freestar Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2004: 1227 complaints 2004 2005: 886 complaints 2005 2006: 356 complaints 2006 2007: 64 complaints 2007
2004: 1227 complaints
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YearComplaints
20041227
2005886
2006356
200764

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 40%

40% of complaints: power train — 495 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
POWER TRAIN 25%

25% of complaints: power train — 310 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD FREESTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH SMOKE EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120904

I have a 2004 Ford freestar van and I was driving down the road and I went to pass another vehicle and I push the gas and I heard some crunchy noise is and then nothing no power at all no gears nothing I was dead in the water so I had to get out of...

NHTSA ODI report, 20240827

My son was driving down Rt 81 when the transmission stopped working Your vehicle was running fine but would not go had to drift off the highway she avoid getting hit I had to tow the van home we’re it’s still parked

NHTSA ODI report, 20240318

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: electrical system — 115 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
SEATS 7%

7% of complaints: seats — 84 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
ENGINE 6%

6% of complaints: engine — 69 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20031110 — steering

ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE POWER STEERING LOW-PRESSURE LINE MAY NOT BE FULLY SEATED AT THE RACK AND PINION STEERING GEAR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING LOW-PRESSURE LINE TO ENSURE THAT IT IS SEATED PROPERLY AT THE RACK AND PINION STEERING GEAR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 10, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTA

Campaign 03V457000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040920 — wheels

CERTAIN MINIVANS MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH FRONT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE NOT HEAT TREATED CORRECTLY. THIS CONDITION MAY LEAD TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF SMALL CRACKS IN THE HUB.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT HUB, ROTORS, AND WHEEL BEARINGS. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Campaign 04V446000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060804 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN

Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

Campaign 06E056000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20090604 — DP (closed 20100907)

Engine stalling

I 20090715 — PE (closed 20091117)

TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT FAILURE

I 20091110 — EA (closed 20120202)

Transmission Torque Converter Failure

I 20100823 — PE (closed 20110715)

Engine Stalling

I 20110913 — PE (closed 20121207)

Service Jack Failure

I 20111221 — PE (closed 20120427)

Corrosion of Third-Row Seat Attachment

I 20120423 — EA (closed 20130502)

Corrosion of Third-Row Seat Attachment

R 20120629 — power train

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AND 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND MERCURY MONTEREY VEHICLES. THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT MAY FAIL.

Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 9, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENT

Campaign 12V006000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20120928 — EQ (closed 20121231)

Stabilus Rear Liftgate Struts Failing

R 20130328 — seats

Ford is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Freestar and Mercury Monterey vehicles manufactured from March 24, 2003, through November 7, 2006, equipped with a third row seat and originally sold in,

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new third row seat latch striker mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Custom

Campaign 13V081000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Ford Freestar — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (495 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (310 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (115 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V457000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V446000 (wheels) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E056000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 12V006000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 13V081000 (seats) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2004 Ford Freestar reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Ford Freestar?

The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Ford Freestar have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.