2004 Ford Freestar recalls and problems
The 2004 Ford Freestar has 4 safety recalls and 1,227 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2004 Ford Freestar vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2004 Ford Freestar recalls
Recall 13V-081: Seats
Problem: 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, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. The third row stowable seat can experience corrosion and structural degradation at the seat anchor mechanism mounted to the rear wheel wells. As a result of the corrosion, the third row seat may not fully latch into its seating position.
Risk: In the event that the vehicle is crashed into from the rear, an unlatched seat may increase the risk of personal injury.
Fix: 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 Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall 12V-006: Power Train
Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2004 and 2005 ford freestar and mercury monterey vehicles. The torque converter output shaft may fail.
Risk: This condition results in a sudden loss of motive power with no warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 center at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall 04V-446: Wheels
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the cracks were to progress, this could eventually result in wheel separation. Wheel separation may lead to loss of vehicle control, and potentially result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: 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.
Recall 03V-457: Steering
Problem: On certain minivans, the power steering low-pressure line may not be fully seated at the rack and pinion steering gear.
Risk: If this line becomes disconnected, it may create the potential for fluid to come into contact with the exhaust system, which could result in smoke or fire.
Fix: 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 contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
2004 Ford Freestar problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 873 | |
| Electrical System | 119 | |
| Structure | 95 | |
| Seats | 87 | |
| Engine | 69 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 53 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 49 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 33 | |
| Suspension | 28 | |
| Steering | 27 | |
| Unknown or Other | 26 | |
| Wheels | 25 |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 495
- Structure › Body — 62
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Torque Converter — 50
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 10
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Pads — 8
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 8
- Wheels › Hub — 8
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 7
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 85,960 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2004 Ford Freestar complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Ford Freestar years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Ford Freestar have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2004 Ford Freestar: 13V-081 (seats), 12V-006 (power train), 04V-446 (wheels), 03V-457 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Ford Freestar?
Owners report power train problems most often (873 reports), followed by electrical system (119). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 85,960 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.