2004 Ford Explorer latches/locks/linkages problems
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the latches/locks/linkages on the 2004 Ford Explorer — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The rear window latch on the right side facing the vehicle broke off and nearly caused the right side to also break. I am uncertain as to whether or not the hydraulic lift for the window failed or the latch just broke. *tr”
filed Jul 3, 2014
“Concerning my 2004 explorer xlt. The rear hatchback that opens the back windows has a broken latch. I am very upset that this part just seemed to implode and left me unable to close the rear back window. The garage I took it to said ford informed them the part was on back order until 07-18-2011. I…”
filed Jun 8, 2011
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Latches/locks/linkages problems in other Explorer years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Explorer | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 Explorer | 1 | 5% |
| 2023 Explorer | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 Explorer | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 Explorer | 1 | 0% |
| 2020 Explorer | 7 | 1% |
| 2018 Explorer | 2 | 0% |
| 2017 Explorer | 5 | 0% |
| 2016 Explorer | 5 | 0% |
| 2015 Explorer | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 Explorer | 3 | 0% |
| 2013 Explorer | 16 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 Ford Explorer
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.