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2004 Ford F-150 Reliability Rating
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Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Pump Driver Module (FPDM) and one or more Spark Plugs breaking off during removal. Failure of the FPDM and one or more Spark Plugs breaking off during removal applies to the (new body style F-150, Not Heritage) only. Failure of the FPDM may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the FPDM is estimated at $95.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor. The cost to repair the broken Spark Plug(s) ranges from $50.00 to $200.00 for parts and $65.00 to $1100.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Integrated Wheel End (IWE) Actuator and Integrated Wheel End (IWE) Solenoid. The cost to replace the Integrated Wheel Actuator is estimated at $88.00 each for parts and $65.00 each for labor. The cost to replace the IWE Solenoid is estimated at $21.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Brake Shift Interlock, Central Junction Box and Generic Electronic Module. The cost to repair the Brake Shift Interlock is estimated at $194.29 for parts and $52.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Central Junction Box and Generic Electronic Module is estimated at $313.00 for parts and $97.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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