MYRModel Year Report

2004 Ford Mountaineer

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2004 Ford Mountaineer
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:49:46.633Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Mountaineer Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004
2004: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19977
19985
19996
20002
20011
200211
20033
20044

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

2 of 4 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing tailgate and hatchback/liftgate.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.

Show complaint excerpts

I DRIVE A 2004 FORD EXPLORER XLT. THIS VEHICLE HAS STALLED ON MY WIFE AND I NUMEROUS DIFFERENT TIMES WITH IN THE 14 MONTHS OF OWNING THE SUV. AT ONE POINT WE WERE ALMOST IN A ACCIDENT WITH OUR 1 YEAR DAUGHTER IN THE CAR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050619

VISIBILITY

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

CONTACT STATED: FAMILY HAD JUST COME BACK FROM A FOUR HOUR ROAD TRIP AFTER USING CRUISE CONTROL. HUSBAND WAS IN CAR WHEN IT IDLED NORMALLY, BUT AS SOON AS IT WAS PUT IN REVERSE IT LURCHED BACKWARD VERY QUICKLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050504

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Ford Mountaineer — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Ford Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Ford Mountaineer have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.