Used 2004 Ford Freestar Consumer Reviews
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BAD TRANSMISSION
Tina, 11/22/2009
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My transmission went out at 50,000 miles without any warning. I was nearly hit as there was no shoulder to pull over to. I was accelerating around a corner then absoultely nothing. Without proof of transmission service at exactly no more than 30999 miles warrantee is void. NO transmission should go out at 50000 miles, yet Ford is not recalling this problem. Shame on you Ford. Never again.
Surprisingly Happy with Purcahse
sjb, 05/24/2005
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded in a SUV for the Freestar and was very surprised how much I liked the Freestar. It has great functionality (a lot of storrage for your stuff), easy access in/out for the children, and it has a smooth & comfortable ride (4.2L good power). Its interior looks great. I wish I would have bought this vehicle much earlier.
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I love my van.
Very Satisfied, 01/23/2007
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My family of four purchased our Freestar in 2003. We have throughly enjoyed owning it. We have taken several trips and in 40,000 miles we are extremely satisfied. We followed our son's football team all over the state of IL in it. The rear tail gate and fold down rear seat work great. The sliding doors have been a life saver with our 2 year old.
nothing to write home about
rokko, 10/22/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SES 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The vehicle is ok, had problems with the tape cassette early on and the engine light went on too. The brakes seem to be too low. The buttons for the A/C, rear defroster etc, are too small and the green lights you cannot see when the sun shining in the vehicle. The front doors do not shut all the time.
My New Freestar
Peter Leech, 11/07/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Having owned Lexus LS Cars for last 8 yrs this Van sure is a contrast, but we love it. I am an automotive engineer and a car lover & have never been more satisfied with a new vehicle purchase!!
Back to the Drawing Board
Bill Wilson, 06/24/2005
2004 Ford Freestar SES 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Freestar is a let down compared to the Windstar I traded in on it. Ford has been trying to play catch up with Honda and Toyota for years and fell flat on their face for the Freestar. I have returned to the dealership 9 times for quality related repairs. 3 of which are a non fixable brake squeal that will bring you out of your seat when you hear it. They manufactured a kit that adjust the pads so the squeal is quieter, but the pad braces keep breaking because they are made from cheap thin sheet metal. The rear captains chairs threads are even coming apart at the seams and they are only used 1% of the time when I have someone riding in the back. I have purchased my last FORD.
nice, but not nice
mechanics dream, 01/30/2010
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Lots of problems, (new) rack, air conditioning, power steering pump, wheel bearing, power window, (drivers side), rear power latch (twice), goes through tires, now it is pinging like the timing is off, but, it looks good and is comfortable on the highway, reading about the transmission problems, please I hope I dont have this problem,
04 Freestar Ltd
Mike , 02/13/2010
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this vehicle used from a dealership. So far so good. Vehicle averages 17-19 mpg overall between a mix of 65% highway / 35% city driving. We almost opted not to get this car just because of all the negative mpg reviews. We test drove a 05 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT with cloth seats/ stow & go and were very close to purchase except for this Ford came to our attention with the same mileage and far more goodies (ltd package) for less. We have always owned GM vehicles, this is our first Ford. We also considered the Kia Sedona EX, but that model is near impossible to find for the same price. Ford won't let you down. I will say that we bought an extended warranty if anything happens..
I Love My Freestar
Noreen Sutphen, 07/25/2005
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We are in our 70's and have never had a van, but we are enjoying the Freestar very much, and find it very comfortable, and easy to handle, with fairly good gas mileage. We have had 2 Explorers, but the Freestar is much more comfortable, and fun to drive, and the roomy interior is a real plus, as I am on oxygen so we can carry all my equipment and still have lots of space. It is also great for traveling with our 4 year old grandson, and our new puppy, a Bichon Frise.
No problems
brett65, 08/12/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Nice ride, reliable transportation. No problems in 7 months and 6000 miles. Owned a Nissan Quest twice previously and the Freestar is every bit as good and better on some features.
Nice van for the money
Stephen, 12/15/2007
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
My wife and I bought our 2004 Ford Freestar Limited after several months of researching several brands of minivans. Our van is completely loaded and has the Advance Trac and traction control.
great van
schnoopy, 07/15/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
quiet nice ride a great van a big improvment over the winstar
2004 Freestar Limited - 12 mpg. avg.
Scott Shamblin, 05/04/2005
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased every option available including full airbag canopy. There's only one thing that I can not pass and that is a gas station. We have driven this van as easy as possible and the best I ever achieved was 13 mpg. The average is 12 mpg. With gas prices these days, I would say that this spoils any positive things I would have to say except for one. It's safe. Sorry, the 4.2 L is a flop. In one year it's lost a bit more than 50% of it's purchase price (huge depreciation off the lot!) and it's cost us big bucks in original cost and gas. Big thumbs down for depreciation rate and lousy fuel economy. I'm very disappointed with out van.
Nice van
otoniel, 10/13/2003
2004 Ford Freestar S 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 9 people found this review helpful
This van is what people need. it's had a nice interior.
Like My Freestar
Like My Freestar, 03/04/2009
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We purchased my Freestar Used from a dealer. Have owned Grand Caravans and Voyagers in the past. I LOVED the Freestar at first-then it wore off down to I really LIKE it! It has been very reliable in the past 18 months, never a repair or problem. It is fairly comfortable except for my teenage son who is medium-tall and can't get his legs comfortable anywhere in the back. That being said, The van is dependable and versatile. We have hauled lumber and pets, loaded it down to go camping. I would probably go back to Grand Caravan if looking for another minivan
Freestar SE... give me back my windstar!
ThunderBay, 12/26/2003
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The seating arangements in this van are terrible. Don't buy it if you have more than two kids. The middle seats don't move fore/aft. The rear seat is only fit for small kids. Also you will never get 6 adults in this van. The rear seat folds up with great ease, but it would have been cheaper to just leave it out altogether. It is useless for anyone over 4 feet tall. This is basically a 4 passenger vehicle. Test drive this one for at least a couple of hours to make sure it works for you... beware!!!
freestar
sstmfadwn, 01/19/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
it is the best van you would ever drive
Not as good as a Chrysler
Tsunami, 01/22/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had this vehicle for a little over six months and it has spent six days in the shop. The uphill pull is gutlessn and there is not a lot of torque going up steep grades. The fuel economy hasn't been even close to to the posted estimates at the dealer and the overall ride isn't as smooth as a Chrysler.
My New Freestar
Pamela Canfield, 01/24/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is wonderful! I have owned Caravan, Windstar and 2 Explorers before this. I do not even have young children to cart around any more but missed all the comfort and roominess of a minivan. As a mother of grown & nearly grown children & new grandma I am probably not a typical minivan owner. The ride is the smoothest yet and everything is at my fingertips. It is fun to drive and I am proud to own it.
Thanks Ford!
T. G. Gibson, 01/24/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Owned a Windstar previously, NO comparison! Not only enjoyable to drive, but the bigger engine gives the Freestar new energy.
another transmission failure
Terri, 04/24/2009
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i travel a lot. so i wanted a vehicle that would not wear me out when i drive. overall this van drives well over long distances. however, without warning, at 63,000 miles i attempted to put the van in gear - nothing. the "extended warranty" the dealership sold to me (AMERI GUARD) - said i did not have the 60,000 mile transmission service so (in their words) "we will not pay and are washing our hands of it"! so who actually takes their vehicle in at the exact mileage for maintenance? anyway, i think FORD is well aware they have major transmission issues for their 2004 and 2005 models and yet they do nothing about it! HONDA OR TOYOTA NEXT TIME!
Comfort plus
greylady, 02/16/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
it is the most comfortable car i have ever driven, I love the interior its like i am in my living room. The only item I would change is to be able to open the rear window.
surprised
notavanman, 02/15/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Shopped toyota and nissan, but the freestar had superior features, safety and price. suprised how much i like this van. this is my first ford but not my last.
Freestar's A Winner
Twavic, 02/21/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love my new Freestar. I have owned several Windstars and my biggest complaint was always their lack of pep. Not so with the Freestar -- its new engine size offers pep, easy handling, interior comfort and top notch safety features. I love this mini van enough to want to sell it -- being a fussy owner, that's saying a lot. Congrats to Ford on a real winner.
Best ever
seller, 02/22/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great van for the do everything family. Sound systen is awesome, as well as the overall comfort of the van. Ford really did their homework on this model.Great engine with the 4.2 litre, it actually drives like a car! The power side doors with synchronized turn signals on the mirror are great for dropping the kids off for school or anywhere.
Needs to be recalled
Disappointed, 04/29/2009
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had the van for 4 years now. 3 weeks after purchase there were noises heard while driving under normal conditions. Took it to dealer twice; they said they found nothing. Trusted their opinion since they sell. Now a new problem...transmission gave in. Van is sitting in mechanics garage collecting dust until I can come up with at least $3000 for repairs. Also, driver side window motor needs to be replaced. Talked to some other mechanics and they're baffled why these problems occured on a 5-yr old vehicle under 100k miles. I'm not buying a Ford ever again.
Almost A Perfect Van
Loyal Ford Buyer, 03/06/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Owned a Mercury Villager before this vehicle. This is more spacious and has a much better ride. Second row of captain seats are a little narrow for an adult and the rear seat has little leg room for an adult and is uncomfortable for two. Rear restraint for a child hangs down from the ceiling and can be distracting when looking in the rear view mirror. When passengers in the rear are watching a DVD forget about seeing anything in the rear view mirror. When dropping kids off for sports and the van is running exhaust fumes enter van when tailgate is open.
egostar
FB/Fred, 03/20/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Horn did not work, Cruise did not work, Brakes grind as if metal on metal, Does not handle well in the wind. Poor fuel economy. defective design in the seatbelt retraction system. Seat belt continues to hang up in door.
Awesome Van !
clare, 03/19/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love this van !! This is my 3rd Windstar/Freestar and I wouldnt drive anything else! It has lots of room, its great looking and my dealer takes care of everything I need.
Not for big men
ShelbyJock, 03/23/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Short version of the story. I'm 6'5" and wear a 14EEE shoe. This is a fleet car, so little choice as to options. When driving, my right shoe is under the brake pedal. If I have to stop in a panic, top of said foot hits a duct, and I end up with my foot trapped between throttle and bottom of brake. Solution? Drive barefoot. Vehicle is almost identical to the Windstar. Less power, more quiet. Handles about like expected - like a brick suspended on rubber bands. A/C seems adequate, though only just. Stereo is fair. Fuel economy is a bit better than the Windstar, but really gets about 19 highway and a bit less in normal use (about 17).
2004 Ford Freestar
nadineb, 05/02/2009
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I would not recommend purchasing this vehicle unless you have a lot of extra money to fix all the faults with it. My opinion of this vehicle is that Ford needs to recall this van. It stopped running twice while it was traveling thirty five mph, and once, as I was entering a high speed roadway. Reliability zero. I fear for my life when I drove it which I will no longer take that chance.
I Love my Freesstar Van
brenda hagan, 03/23/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had many vans and cars ( mostly neww ones )BUT when i bought my Freestar Van ..I fell in Love with it ..Its great! It has everything i want in a van plus more ..I always make up places to go just to drive it ..Thank You Ford You out did yourselves with the new Ford Freestar..
another winner by Ford
Mini, 03/27/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned 3 Windstars prior to getting the Freestar. Ford has improved on the previous Windstar. This is the best yet.
My Freestar
GrmaSugr, 03/30/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my Ford Freestar, so far. Have only had it for about 2 months..so far, it is great...
2004 Freestar (Limited)
theoneilclan, 04/01/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought the Limited fully loaded and with DVD add-on. My wife likes the easy foldup middle seats, and the pop-in-the-floor rear seat. The steering wheel controls are very good, the interior styling looks much like a BMW, and the center-dash controls are very good too. She likes the separate driver/passenger auto-air setting. As the husband, I like my wife to be driving with the 2nd generation air-bags, the air-canopy systems and the self-sealing tires. We traded in a 3yr old Windstar w/ 26K in order to get this van.
Nice Van Overall, but Bad Brakes
Iowa Van, 08/30/2008
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I like the interior design. This is my first van. I have owned primarily SUVs for 15 years. The brakes were pulsating a year ago and I took it in and the dealer said I needed new pads. I took it to a brake shop and they said the pads were fine. I put new pads on and had the rotors turned and the problem is back. The fan in the heat/AC broke the first 2 months. The gasket on the rear door leaks in a hard rain and in a car wash. Terrible gas mileage. Had to get new tires after 40,000 miles.
Poor ratings
shocked 1, 11/18/2008
2004 Ford Freestar Limited 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
In short, 3 years owner of 2004 Ford van, Freestar. No warning, trans quit! No safety recall? It's a major safety when you're in middle of a freeway and van litterally stops pulling! Come on Ford, own up. We're 60 & 70, can't just go & buy new car! Ford wants a loan, but won't help fellow customers over bad workmanship? Poor, poor bussines. Never will our families or friends buy Ford!
Smooth Ride, Classy & Practical Minivan
Michele Fitter, 04/18/2004
2004 Ford Freestar Cargo Van 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love how the Freestar handles. It's smooth ride is very similar to the Sienna and the two tone exterior makes it a very classy look. You forget your driving a minivan, except that you have so much room especially with the rear row tucked nicely into the floor.
comparing 2000 windstar/ 2004 freestat
miro kubala, 05/01/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Our new 2004 freestar is much quieter and the 4.2 liter power plant is much more reponsive than the 3.8 engine of our2000 windstar.The instrument cluster is much nicer in the freestar and the fold down rear seats will eliminate many hernia operations
just don't like it
tbogg, 05/08/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
wish I would have gotten a different mini van. Am very disappointed in the freestar. What a waste of money
Quality junk minivan
Tigervol5, 07/02/2009
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This the worse car that I have owned. It was a lemon. I have spend over $24000 for new car that I have expected to last least 8 years. Less than 5 years later with only 70,000 miles, I have major problem with transmission which will cost over $2500 to $3000 to fix. I will never buy Ford product here on.
2004 ford freestar wow wow wow
patrick 777, 05/28/2004
2004 Ford Freestar S 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this 2004 ford freestar is a real winner rides better than a lincoln town car gets almost 600 miles to the 26 gal tank wow wow wow very happy 3.9 liter eng is very powerful excellent on the highway good response and holds the road plenty of pep good on long trips very dependale get one today you wont be sorry also has a powerful stereo system ac is frezing cold no sway on the highway thank you ford for making this great vichele
A major disappointment
skihighdj, 12/18/2008
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
There is a serious mechanical design flaw that has been undiagnosed. Do your research! It is sickening to see how many people have had problems with these minivans breaking down. Some think it is transmission, others some sort of electrical problem. At any rate, it is not a safe situation! I loved my van, I just wish someone could make it run right. I traded in my Jeep Grand Cherokee (which I would give rave reviews for) something newer that I could rely on. I should have kept my Jeep and fixed it when it broke. At least I wouldn't be paying a monthly payment and full coverage insurance while I was sinking money that I don't have in to it!
Minivan is a minivan
tjnb, 06/02/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I really like the way this van rides. It has a very smooth feel. The tranny shifts smoothly and the seats are very comfortable. Love the tailgate seat.
The Best keeps getting Better
Lenny722, 07/06/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the second Ford minivan I have purchused and I feel safe on the highway and around the city. Confort is outstanding for a minivan along with a quite tight ride better then any other minivan. The look of the 2004 Freestar stands apart from the sameold bullet looking style of other minivans, It looks in a class of it's own with stylish body sculpturing, headlighting all in a hermeticly attractive look. I feel proud driving the Ford Freestar and take advantage of any chance to show it off, But that is something that Freestar does well by itself.
Worth the money, Check it out!
K. Bartley, 07/12/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SES 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Debated for 3 months over Ford, Honda and Toyota. I am VERY happy I bought this. With rebates MUCH cheaper than both and great value for the money. I know Honda and Toyota keep their value better, but this van is awesome. I own a Honda so I know about reliability. I have heard horror stories about all cars so I went with what I believe is the best value. I have the DVD, Quad buckets, power pedals, cargo net and Red paint. My wife still can't believe we own a van now but even she admits it's nice. Bottom line for us. $5K cheaper and same warranty. Doubt anything will happen to cost us $5K in repairs before warranty runs out so here we are. A GREAT VAN!
Not Built Ford Tough
Robert M, 07/14/2009
2004 Ford Freestar S 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
transmission failed at 88000 miles.The failure was not do to neglect or abuse. this was 2 weeks before the warranty was up. and Ford of Canada is telling us to bad. they say water must have got into the transmission and that's what caused the internal parts to get rusty, but are not sure how it got in there. after calling them they tell us it's not covered. so much for "Built Ford Tough" & "Quality is #1"
Much better than Windstar
Jimw0709, 08/02/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Much improved under the skin--don't let the exterior fool you---this is far different minivan.
Nice Van
boa49, 08/04/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SE 4dr Minivan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just bought this vehicle, but I love it! Fuel economy could be better, but otherwise it is perfect for my needs and I got it for much less than the competition due to the included rebates and my company's Ford Partner X-plan.
perfect
slotlady, 09/15/2004
2004 Ford Freestar SEL 4dr Minivan (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love the room -the handle-the speed color-interior and outside interior-