2004 Ford Freestyle
Only 12 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2004: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 1,459 |
| 2006 | 1,300 |
| 2007 | 893 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
6 of 12 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Ford freestar. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in and repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 12V006000 (Power train).
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-05
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Ford freestar.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-14
Engine
3 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
Wheels
1 of 12 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated that while having regular maintenance done on the vehicle, she was advised that the rear wheel wells had become corroded. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-06
Structure
1 of 12 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Steering
1 of 12 total reports mentions: steering.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2004 Ford Freestyle — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Ford Freestyle have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.