2003 Ford E-150 vs 2004 Ford E-150
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Ford E-150 | 2004 Ford E-150 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 21 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 11 | 60 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | — | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford E-150 | Ford E-150 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 7 |
| Power Train | 3 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 2 |
2003 Ford E-150
2004 Ford E-150
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.