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Problems & Complaints for the 2004 Explorer

The 5-Star Crash Test & Rollover Safety Ratings

Trim	Driver	Passenger	Driver side	Pass. side	Rollover
4-door	1	1	1	1	1

¹ The NHTSA flagged these results with a "safety concern", but did not provide specific details (we completely agree, what the hell?) except a generic disclaimer: "Examples of a safety concern may include (but are not limited to) structural failure or non-intended performance of vehicle components. They can include such things as fuel leakages and door openings."

Worst 2004 Explorer Problems by Category

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