2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 9%of 86 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 36,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 9% of the 86 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 36,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac with cruise control. I have complained several times regarding the fact that it does not disengage immediately. In an emergency situation it takes a full second or more for it to disengage after the breaks are applied. I have been told by the dealer that this is normal, that my vehicle has electronic cruise control that is controlled by a cable driven by an electric motor and not a vacuum control like most cars. …”
NHTSA complaint #10159808, filed 2006-06, 20,000 miles“In feb 05 took car to shop to report that it revs up at times , when foot not on gas peddle.they said they replaced clutch solenoid. It seemed to stop, but took it back in may and was told it did not show any codes when they hooked it to computer and to make sure my foot was not touching gas peddle when I was stopping. The explorer continues to have this problem of reving up when my foot is not on the gas peddle. I feel I can't take it to the dealership where I got it. As they ack like I am stupid and don't know what I am speaking of. I am scared every time I drive it.”
NHTSA complaint #10128543, filed 2005-07, 6,795 miles“The contact stated while driving 50mph the accelerator pedal broke. The vehicle was coasted off to the side of the road; without incident it was then towed to a dealership. Upon inspection the accelerator cable had snapped. There was no cause as to why it had failed.”
NHTSA complaint #10153641, filed 2006-03, 36,500 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. When the contact engaged the brakes, the vehicle failed to stop and continued to accelerate forward. On a different occasion, the vehicle surged forward while the vehicle was idling at a traffic light and the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that after turning the engine off and back on the vehicle resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician was unable to duplicate or diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 94,300.”
NHTSA complaint #10622311, filed 2014-08, 94,300 miles“The contact stated when the vehicle was started, the check engine light illuminated constantly. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer where the speed control switch, turn signal switch, and oxygen sensor were all replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10166319, filed 2006-08, 59,544 milesVehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2 | 6% |
| 2009 | 1 | 17% |
| 2008 | 2 | 9% |
| 2007 | 4 | 4% |
| 2005 | 4 | 6% |
| 2004 | 8 | 9% |
| 2003 | 5 | 6% |
| 2002 | 19 | 13% |
| 2001 | 26 | 16% |
| 1998 | 1 | 20% |
| 1997 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
14 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsTires
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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