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2004 Ford F-150 electrical problems
99 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 55,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 99
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 55,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Wiring4
- Wiring: front underhood2
- Alternator/generator/regulator2
- Wiring: interior/under dash1
- Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers1
- Software1
- Ignition: coil: spark plugs1
- Ignition1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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200k+
Ford F-150 electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 Ford F-150 electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2004 Ford F-150 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Electrical malfunction with fuses , problems with brake light, engine light and air bag light . Some fuses blown out after brake light fuse popped wipers don't work at all air bog turns on and off every day not sure why
The contact owns a 2004 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal popping sound and then lost motive power. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the spark plug had blown out of the cylinder and determined that the spark plug needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 364,000. The VIN was unavailable.
I get a warning message which indicates the the Crash Sensor is not working on my Ford truck - this component inflates the Air Bag in the event of a crash. The part number for the Crash Sensor is Motorcraft 6L3Z-14B004-AA. I attempted to purchase a replacement Crash Sensor from a local Ford dealer. I was told that Ford no longer makes this part. The parts manager suggested that I check with local aftermarket parts stores; Advance Auto Parts, AutoZone, Fisher and NAPA. Nobody makes an aftermarket Crash Sensor for my vehicle. I also searched Amazon without success. I am therefore driving a vehicle with Air Bags which will not deploy - possibly causing a fatality. It seems like the manufacturer, Ford, should be required to sell replacement Crash Sensors until they become available as an Aftermarket Product.
Paint cracked ,coils malfunction,springs front
Bought vehicle from individual he stated mileage on odometer 125k and 2008 went to get insurance and it's a 2004 and mileage was 240k plus
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-150. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and the accelerator pedal hesitated when depressed. As a result, the vehicle made an abnormal puttering sound while in drive. In addition, the electrical system failed. The spark plugs were changed multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the spark plugs should not be touched because they were ford certified spark plugs and tear easily. A special onsite ford mechanic repaired the spark plugs. The accelerator pedal and stalling failures were not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 233,000.
Electrical fire front passenger side after vehicle was turned off while pumping gas.
Refer to the federal safety agency campaign 11v107000. Ford recall number 11s18. Vehicle was manufactured at norfolk, va plant. My VIN was not included in the original or expanded recall; however, it is now exhibiting the same problem; airbag warning light flashes twice x five times, then remains on. Possible clockspring jumper wire chafing. Wear could cause electrical short and unexpected airbag inflation while driving. This first occurred about ten days ago, but then the vehicle sat in the driveway for eight days. Current mileage is 115544. Today I called ford customer service and was informed there was no warranty action or active recall that would cover this investigation and repair. I believe the recall should be further expanded to cover this incident. It began with vehicles made at the norfolk va plant.
2004 ford f150. Vehicle shut off while driving with a boat in tow and would not re start. Had to have vehicle towed. Dealer diagnosed as failed fuel pump driver module. I was stranded in traffic, very dangerous. This is a known problem with ford f150 2004-2008. The module corrodes and causes a short circuit that blows the fuse to the PCM and results in total failure of the PCM, thus rendering the vehicle inoperable. This should be a recall item!!!
Questions about the 2004 Ford F-150 electrical
Does the 2004 Ford F-150 have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 99 complaints about the electrical of the 2004 Ford F-150, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2004 Ford F-150 electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 55,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Ford F-150 electrical?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Ford F-150 have the most electrical problems?
The Ford F-150 model years with the most electrical complaints are 2013 (324 complaints), 2011 (235 complaints) and 1997 (198 complaints).
Other 2004 Ford F-150 problems
Visibility 863Engine 257Transmission 232Brakes 139Suspension 118Body 104Airbags 85Steering 75Fuel system 74Acceleration 70Tires 58Locks 23Wheels 21Lights 17Seat belts 17Seats 4Driver assistance 2
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