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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2004 Ford Explorer one of our worst vehicles on record. "Avoid like the plague" is putting it lightly.
The 2002-2005 Explorer has a very well-established record of expensive transmission failure at under 100k miles. The Explorer has an enclosed transmission which is typically replaced with a rebuilt transmission at a cost of almost $3,000.
Another common problem for the 2002-2005 Explorer is wheel bearing failure at around 90k miles, with a typical repair bill of $500 to $1000 depending on how many wheel bearings failed.
Adding insult to injury, the 2002-2005 Explorer also has a massive problem with the rear panel cracking. While it's a minor annoyance compared to transmission failure, ironically the crack usually goes right through the Ford logo.
7.6
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $170
- Average Mileage:
- 69,300 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 67 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- should be recalled by manufactureer (31 reports)
- not sure (19 reports)
- replaced sun visor supports (12 reports)
- new mount and visor (3 reports)
- bought $25 fix from ezclipbrackets.com (2 reports)
accessories - interior problem
Helpful websites
- Replacement Part For 2004 Ford Explorer Sun Visor Mount - I was able to find the replacement part for my broken sun visor at the attached page. I also called the dealer and they were able to order me a replacement part for $13.64.
- Replacement Bracket For 2004 Ford Explorer Sun Visor Mount - I ended up creating a bracket made out of 22 gauge sheet metal. I included pictures showing how to install the bracket. I'm selling these for $12 (plus shipping) for one bracket, or $20 (plus shipping) for two. If you're like me you will probably have to replace the brackets for both of your sun visors.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
The plastic that holds my visors up all broke into pieces!!! This could possible be a terrible problem because not only can I not block out the sun anymore they also fall down in front of my face alot while driving!!! This could cause accidents and Ford needs to do something about this!!!!
- philana, Tyler, TX, US