Model year guide

2004 Ford Excursion

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Ford Excursion is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 38 on record.

2004 Ford Excursion — representative photo
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2004 Ford Excursion at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints95
Typical price$10,621

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Ford Excursion recalls 2

Exterior Lighting:tail Lights NHTSA Campaign #11V352000 · 13/07/2011

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 THROUGH 2007 MODEL YEAR F-250, F-350, F-450, AND F-550 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTO…

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SWITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.

Electrical System:wiring NHTSA Campaign #05V270000 · 10/06/2005

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND VANS EQUIPPED WITH 6.0L DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE STALLING WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AND MAY OR MAY NOT RESTART.

Fix: DEALERS WILL UPGRADE THE FUEL INJECTION CONTROL MODULE (FICM) WIRE HARNESS OR REPLACED, AND/OR HAVE A NEW INJECTION CONTROL PRESSURE (ICP)) SENSOR CONNECTOR INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Ford Excursion common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 95 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

What's a 2004 Ford Excursion worth?

Low
$6,000
Typical price
$10,621
High
$15,500

From 38 comparable 2004 Ford Excursion listings.

2004 Ford Excursion trims & engines on record

Trims
Limited · Eddie Bauer · XLT
Engines
6.0L 8-cyl 325 hp · 6.8L 10-cyl 310 hp · 5.4L 8-cyl 255 hp

2004 Ford Excursion vehicles on record

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Other Ford Excursion model years

2005 2003 2002 2001 2000

2004 Ford Excursion — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Ford Excursion have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2004 Ford Excursion. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Ford Excursion?

Across all 95 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, electrical system, vehicle speed control.

How much is a 2004 Ford Excursion worth?

Comparable 2004 Ford Excursion listings run roughly $6,000–$15,500, typically around $10,621 (from 38 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.