1996 Ford Crown Victoria
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
12 recalls name the 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. Newest first.
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain model Dorman Steering Shafts, part number 425-359, Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 7-0359, and OE Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured April 17, 2014, to September 28, 2015. These aftermarket replacement steering shafts are sold for use in 1995-2002 Ford Crown Victoria…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the shafts separate during vehicle operation, a loss of steering control would result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2015. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, option 5.
Ford IS recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 lincoln town car vehicles. the affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that IS not compatible with…
Risk and remedy
Risk
As a result, the fuse IS located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and may not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. the recall began on february 18, 2008. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in an underhood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. as soon as repair parts are available (expected october 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. the recall began on august 13, 2007, and mailing completed by september 19, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
On certain natural gas vehicles, if a flame from a vehicle interior fire becomes locally directed at the natural gas fuel tank located immediately behind the rear seat, the flame could damage the fiberglass wrap on the tank weakening the tank.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the strength of the tank IS significantly compromised, it could rupture, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install an insulator behind the current seat back. owner notification began on january 7, 2004. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
In order to enhance police office safety, model year 1992-2003 crown victoria police interceptor (cvpi) vehicles will be equipped with shields designed to help protect the fuel tank in high-speed rear-impact crashes. ford also will be offering an optional trunk package designed to improve the safe transport of sharp-edged, heavy equipment in these vehicles.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Some high-speed rear-impact crashes have resulted in fuel tank punctures and fires in cvpi vehicles.
Remedy
Ford has advised us that shield kits have been available since late october and will be installed on police interceptor vehicles at no cost. the optional trank package will be available by the end of 2002. ford has established a new web site at www.cvpi.com to answer additional questions about the safe use of cpvi vehicles.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles using aftermarket driver's seat belt assemblies that were sold by ford parts departments from january 1, through june 13, 2000. these seat belt assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the equipment involved IS service stock seat belt assemblies, model nos. H 9977…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a collision, these seat belts may not restrain an occupant increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the service seat belt assemblies that were installed in these vehicles from january 1 through june 13, 2000.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles using aftermarket front passenger side seat belt assemblies that were sold by ford parts departments from january 1, through june 13, 2000. these seat belt assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the equipment involved IS service stock seat belt assemblies, model…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a collision, these seat belts may not restrain an occupant increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the service seat belt assemblies that were installed in these vehicles from january 1 through june 13, 2000.
Vehicle description: certain 1996-1999 ford crown victoria police, fleet, natural gas, and 1996-1999 lincoln town car limousine vehicles that were produced with a lower control arm ball joint containing a one piece bearing; and 1990-1996 ford crown victoria police, fleet, and ngv vehicles and 1990-1996 lincoln town car limousine vehicles that have been…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurs while the vehicle IS moving, reduced steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the lower control arm ball joints (2).
This IS not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it IS deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. ford IS initiating an owner notification program for owners of certain 1995-1997 crown victoria model vehicles with police, taxi, and commercial fleet packages and town car vehicles with the livery package. these…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could lead to brake fluid loss for the rear brakes and, potentially, increased stopping distances.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake lines for wear, install two new tube bundle clips, and check the brake lines for proper clearances. if the brake lines are worn, the damaged section of the brake line will be replaced.
Vehicle description: police and taxi vehicles. the hood latch striker can wear or become detached from the hood.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Either of these conditions can result in the hood opening without warning while the vehicle IS being operated impairing the driver's visibility.
Remedy
Dealers will install an improved hood latch striker (vehicles with 1992 model hoods) or revised striker plate attaching fasteners (vehicles with 1993-1997 model hoods).
The pitman arms were not fully lubricated at the assembly plant. The "ball joint" at the outer end of the pitman arm can become contaminated and corrode.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Such corrosion can result in abnormal wear of the joint, resulting in separation of the joint. Loss of steering control can occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if the joint IS found to have significant wear, the arm will be replaced. Those pitman arms not replaced will have the "ball joint" fully greased.
When in the secondary latched position, the driver door latches may open when subjected to transverse loads less than that specified in fmvss no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."
Risk and remedy
Risk
The driver's door, when closed only to the secondary latched position, may not sustain a 1,000 pound transverse load.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver door latch.
Owner complaints
276 complaints13 involved a crash16 involved a fire15 injuries4 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. The contact stated that while making a left turn off a driveway onto a lot, there was a loud metal braking noise coming from the front driver side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the front driver side collapsed to the ground. The contact…
TL* the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. The contact stated that while making a left turn off a driveway onto a lot, there was a loud metal braking noise coming from the front driver side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the front driver side collapsed to the ground. The contact noticed the lower ball joint detached. The vehicle was towed to a private independent parking lot where the contact was to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 136,000. *Bf consumer stated faulty rubber seal was due to corrosion and may have another one with same problem.*jb *bf
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system · Steering
#1 - I constantly have my engine light on and during 2 inspections I received a safety/emissions recall printout, defect # dr-1209 for mass air flow sensors. both times I have taken it to the local dealer and they claimed there's no recall for it. I just noticed on the nhtsa site, that recalls…
#1 - I constantly have my engine light on and during 2 inspections I received a safety/emissions recall printout, defect # dr-1209 for mass air flow sensors. both times I have taken it to the local dealer and they claimed there's no recall for it. I just noticed on the nhtsa site, that recalls only go back as far as 1999. they also said that since it's no longer a "police owned" vehicle, they wouldn't fix it. # 2 - I have been getting a constant severe fuel smell that permeates through the car which IS exacerbated with warm weather and or when the car warms up. #3 - there's a constant issue of the car vibrating when being driven at 55 - 60 mph.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1996 crown victoria. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The contact stated that the manifold had failed for the second time in ten years. The vehicle was towed to…
TL* the contact owns a 1996 crown victoria. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The contact stated that the manifold had failed for the second time in ten years. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The independent mechanic diagnosed that there was a small fracture in the manifold. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufactured was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1996 crown victoria. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that there was a small fractured in the manifold. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact…
TL* the contact owns a 1996 crown victoria. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that there was a small fractured in the manifold. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manifold failure was recurring. The manufacture was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000. updated 3/21/14*cn
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, gasoline · Vehicle speed control
I purchase my vehicle on october 24TH, 2011 from a private party who said, "the coolant leak", but the vehicle over heated when I drove it home less than 3 miles away the hood of my car was smoking. After taking it to a local mechanic with my friend who drove his car to ensure my safety, my car…
I purchase my vehicle on october 24TH, 2011 from a private party who said, "the coolant leak", but the vehicle over heated when I drove it home less than 3 miles away the hood of my car was smoking. After taking it to a local mechanic with my friend who drove his car to ensure my safety, my car began to over heat after driving it for 10 minutes! I was so frantic that I thought I was going to burned up in the car. the mechanic told me the next day it was the intake manifold and inform me that this may be a recall and to check with the ford corporation and I did called ford corporation and found out this vehicle had control cruise harness and a intake manifold recall ID IS 01m02, the dealership for camelback ford in phoenix, mr. Chad mcdowell offer this recall number but his employee [xxx] offer to help me fix the both problems, then later on negated. I feel a recall of any vehicle should never be expired base on these issues of safety and regardless of a settlement that may have been reached, there are millions of people who need to have their vehicle repair to make it at least a whole again as much as possible and avoid a possible injury or death. I found the recall of this intake manifold offering consumer up to $ 750 to repair the car without any receipts? what about the people who purchase the vehicle afterwards, IS that fair. now my concern IS that I am smelling gasoline when I am driving and I believed it may have something to do with the gas line or the sensor, and I hate putting more money into the vehicle. I fear that the mechanic will tell me its going to be a costly matter and it's never going to stop with this car and I just want to get rid of it or have it repair as it should of been by the dealership but the ford company would not approve it. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6).*tr
- Suspension › Front
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. The contact stated while driving at a low speed the front drivers side lower control arm broke. the contact did not talk to the manufacturer regarding the lower control arm. The contact stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive. the failure mileage was 125,000.
- Structure
TL* the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. He took his vehicle for inspection and the mechanic told him that the undercarriage was positioned incorrectly, which increases the risk that a fire would occur. (He stated that he could not remember specifically what the mechanic said). He had not…
TL* the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. He took his vehicle for inspection and the mechanic told him that the undercarriage was positioned incorrectly, which increases the risk that a fire would occur. (He stated that he could not remember specifically what the mechanic said). He had not taken the vehicle to the dealership or spoken with the manufacturer to-date. The current mileage was approximately 18,000. The failure mileage was approximately 17,000.
- Engine and engine cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact stated that the air intake manifold on the vehicle was manufactured out of plastic, which caused anti-freeze to leak onto the engine. the anti-freeze leak was noticed due to the burning chemical odor and smoke coming from under the hood.…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact stated that the air intake manifold on the vehicle was manufactured out of plastic, which caused anti-freeze to leak onto the engine. the anti-freeze leak was noticed due to the burning chemical odor and smoke coming from under the hood. the dealer stated that the repairs would cost over $1,000 at the contact's expense. he was denied repairs under the class action lawsuit. when the heater was activated, the odor from the anti-freeze was overbearing in the passenger compartment of the vehicle. the failure and current mileages were 82,000. updated 4/16/09 *cn updated 04/20/09. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria which was purchased in 2004. She noticed an orange flame under the vehicle and smoke under the hood. The fire department was notified and the fire quickly engulfed the entire vehicle. The vehicle was destroyed. the failure and current mileages were 196,000. updated 03/17/09. *lj updated 03/17/09. *Jb
- Vehicle speed control
1996 ford crown victoria caught fire. Consumer states that the car caught fire in august and she received a recall in september. She believes that she wasn't treated fairly by ford. She lost both carseats, tires, brakes, and rotors in the fire. *kb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). the brake reservoir caught fire and caused the driver side emergency brake to fail. the failure also caused the wheels to lock. the manufacturer…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). the brake reservoir caught fire and caused the driver side emergency brake to fail. the failure also caused the wheels to lock. the manufacturer advised the contact to call his insurance company for a claim. the vehicle was parked at the time of the fire. the failure mileage was 150,000.
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact stated that she took the vehicle to the dealer to have the recall repaired for the vehicle speed control: cruise control. the same day after the repair was performed, while driving approximately 70 mph, she discovered that the cruise…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact stated that she took the vehicle to the dealer to have the recall repaired for the vehicle speed control: cruise control. the same day after the repair was performed, while driving approximately 70 mph, she discovered that the cruise control did not work properly. the contact took the vehicle back two times to have the cruise control repaired, but the failure still persists. the recall number was unknown. the current mileage was 104,000 and failure mileage was 103,582.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe · Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. while driving 10-15 mph, the thermostat stuck and became hot. the vehicle overheated and the intake manifold failed. the contact received a safety recall notice for the vehicle speed control. the vehicle has not been taken to the dealer because it cannot be driven. the purchase date and recall number were unknown. the current and failure mileages were 111,000.
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Recall and then no available replacement part for 6+ months. I have been told there are over 700 people ahead of me waiting for the replacement part! *tr
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact received a safety recall notice for the vehicle speed control in august of 2007. the speed control switch was disconnected at that time. he has been informed every month thereafter that the recall part has still not been received. there had been no failure to date. the purchase date and recall number were unknown. the current mileage was 62,000.
- Vehicle speed control
Ford recal number 05s28 replace faulty speed control harness. I received a letter of recall dated aug of 2007 and went to a local dealer and the speed control was disconnected and then the dealer informed me that the preplacement part was not in stock the recall letter stated that the part would be…
Ford recal number 05s28 replace faulty speed control harness. I received a letter of recall dated aug of 2007 and went to a local dealer and the speed control was disconnected and then the dealer informed me that the preplacement part was not in stock the recall letter stated that the part would be available in the 4TH quarted of 07. I called the dealer on many ocassions and was informed that the part was not available from ford motor co. Here it IS jan 2008 and I still don't have my car repaired. *tr
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control) in august of 2007. the deactivation switch has not yet been disconnected. he notified ford motor company and the dealer numerous times and they…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control) in august of 2007. the deactivation switch has not yet been disconnected. he notified ford motor company and the dealer numerous times and they continue to inform him that the parts are unavailable. there had been no failure to date. the current mileage was 40,000. updated 02-19-08 *bf updated 02/19/08 *tr
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). the deactivation switch was disconnected by the dealer. ford stated that the part would be unavailable until january of 2008. there had been no…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). the deactivation switch was disconnected by the dealer. ford stated that the part would be unavailable until january of 2008. there had been no failure to date. the current mileage was 160,000. updated 01/09/08. *lj the consumer stated made 2 calls to the dealer inquiring about the part and repair to the cruise control which IS needed because of nerve damage. Updated 12/12/07 *tr
- Vehicle speed control
My 1996 ford crown victoria was being driven a 7 mile drive to church on a sunday morning. the driver of my car noticed the car was going very fast, (approx. 80 miles per hour.) the driver stepped on the brake, but the car would not slow down. After riding the brake for about 4 miles, the panicky…
My 1996 ford crown victoria was being driven a 7 mile drive to church on a sunday morning. the driver of my car noticed the car was going very fast, (approx. 80 miles per hour.) the driver stepped on the brake, but the car would not slow down. After riding the brake for about 4 miles, the panicky driver called a relative for help. the relative told the driver to pull over on the shoulder of the road to get the driver out of the danger of the highway. after holding the brake down for so many miles, the car finally slowed to around 40 miles per hour. our car struck a van trying to make a turn into their church parking lot. our car was filled with smoke and shaking violently before hitting the van. after being examined by two mechanics, our cars acceleration was caused by a faulty cruise control. the car's damages as well as the drivers and passengers mental anguish was tremendous. My car IS still sitting in a body shop parking lot waiting to be repaired. *jb
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. while driving approximately 45 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood. he pulled over to inspect the vehicle and noticed that the wiring harness was on fire. he attempted to restart the vehicle, but it would not restart.…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. while driving approximately 45 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood. he pulled over to inspect the vehicle and noticed that the wiring harness was on fire. he attempted to restart the vehicle, but it would not restart. the manufacturer stated that they would assume responsibility if he could provide pictures, a police report, and the title because a recall was issued for the speed control. the contact could not locate the police report. the recall number was unavailable. the failure mileage was 99,500 and current mileage was 102,000.
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. while driving 30 mph, the contact smelled something burning and noticed smoke rising from the vehicle. the contact pulled over and discovered flames rising from under the hood. the police department filed a report and extinguished the fire. the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 ford crown victoria. while driving 30 mph, the contact smelled something burning and noticed smoke rising from the vehicle. the contact pulled over and discovered flames rising from under the hood. the police department filed a report and extinguished the fire. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence, where it currently remains. she reported the fire to the dealer and they stated that it was not their concern. the contact recently received nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). the purchase date was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 170,000.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly · Steering › Linkages
TL* - the contact has a 1996 ford crown victoria police interceptor with 108000 miles and the protective shield that covers the fuel tank has not been installed. The contact found that there was a recall (02i003000): and (96v135000) for steering:linkages that had not been fixed on his vehicle.…
TL* - the contact has a 1996 ford crown victoria police interceptor with 108000 miles and the protective shield that covers the fuel tank has not been installed. The contact found that there was a recall (02i003000): and (96v135000) for steering:linkages that had not been fixed on his vehicle. when he took the vehicle to the dealer they told him that his vehicle did not fall under the recall. The contact has not experienced any problems with his vehicle in regards to the recall to date. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Dear sir or madam: I am aware of the ford campaign 05n04 regarding the composite intake manifold replacement program. my 1996 crown vic fell to this defect to on 11/20/06 which resulted in a needed replacement using the prescribed ford repair kit. my local ford dealer said the repair program had…
Dear sir or madam: I am aware of the ford campaign 05n04 regarding the composite intake manifold replacement program. my 1996 crown vic fell to this defect to on 11/20/06 which resulted in a needed replacement using the prescribed ford repair kit. my local ford dealer said the repair program had expired with no reimbursement possible. after soliciting fords comments directly (reply can be forwarded) I interpret their response that part failure, while the same as others, did not happen soon enough and therefore ineligible. in your opinion IS there any recourse to appeal their denial for claim? are you still receiving letters/emails that this IS an ongoing problem? might there be another judgment against them to cover others with this same failure? your help IS appreciated. thank you. *nm updated 02/15/07. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
My wife while traveling to visit her son in a distant city, she pulled into a shopping center to call him, he lived nearby. He came to the shopping center in an effort to lead her to his residence. When leaving she noticed smoke and thought the vehicle caught fire. Further investigation proved it…
My wife while traveling to visit her son in a distant city, she pulled into a shopping center to call him, he lived nearby. He came to the shopping center in an effort to lead her to his residence. When leaving she noticed smoke and thought the vehicle caught fire. Further investigation proved it was an ant-ifreeze leak. the failure was the intake manifold produced of an inferior material (nylon) a crack developed at 100614 miles causing the antifreeze to leak out and overheat the engine and cause more damage. within several day the auto went to the repair shop and the intake manifold was replaced a substantial cost. There was no recall present with this event however ford motor company had a class action suit with this event as its center piece. unfortunately the failure on my ford occurred after the class action suit expired. The suit was limited by a time frame. My thought IS all nylon manifold will fail far short of the expectations of the life of the engine. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
My intake manifold began leaking approximately 2 days after I bought IT,6 months later it's leaking in a second location. *nm
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Rear brake line failure
In a letter dated february 25, 2005, ford motor company (ford) notified odi that it would be conducting a customer satisfaction program (ford no. 04B26) to correct a rear brake line chafing concern in approximately 44,000 model year (my) 1997 ford crown victoria and grand marquis non-fleet vehicles equipped with…
In a letter dated february 25, 2005, ford motor company (ford) notified odi that it would be conducting a customer satisfaction program (ford no. 04B26) to correct a rear brake line chafing concern in approximately 44,000 model year (my) 1997 ford crown victoria and grand marquis non-fleet vehicles equipped with electronic traction control that werebuilt after march 19, 1997.these vehicles have an additional rear brake line and a mastic patch causing reduced clearance from a stiffening rib in the floor pan.odi?s analysis showed higher complaint and warranty rates related to rear brake line failures in this population than in other subject vehicles and peer mid-sized passenger cars that were evaluated during the investigation.vehicles involved in ford?s program will have the rear brake lines inspected for contact with the floor pan stiffing rib.if there IS contact, but no abrasion or leakage, the brake lines will be repositioned.if there IS abrasion or a leak IS evident the brake line will be repaired.if necessary, both of the rear brake lines will be replaced. Though ford does not admit to a safety-defect in the subject components, odi believes that the facts in this investigation show otherwise because the insufficient clearance in the routing of those brake lines may result in leaks in those lines that may result in increased stopping distances.odi IS designating the campaign a safety recall (nhtsa recall no. 05V-086).because of the low rates of brake line failures in the remaining subject vehicles, a safety-related defect has not been identified in those populations and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in those vehicles.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.for additional information, see the attached closing report.
- Rear brake line failure
Odi has received 40 complaints alleging rear brake line failure in the subject vehicles, including 8 that have been received this year.an additional 192 reports and 478 warranty claims have been received from ford.a leak in the rear brake line can cause extended stopping distance.a search of odi's complaint database…
Odi has received 40 complaints alleging rear brake line failure in the subject vehicles, including 8 that have been received this year.an additional 192 reports and 478 warranty claims have been received from ford.a leak in the rear brake line can cause extended stopping distance.a search of odi's complaint database for peer vehicle complaints, using the same brake line failure criteria as for the subject vehicles and the same model years (1995-97), identified only 1 complaint involving general motors caprice/implala/88/98/regal vehicles and only 2 complaints involving chrysler lh-cars.the investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis to further evaluate the frequency, scope, and causal factors related to rear brake line failures in the subject vehicle population.
- CNG tank explosion
In september 2002, a fuel cylinder in a natural gas powered vehicle (ngv) exploded during a fire.ford and vrtc test engineers jointly examined the incident vehicle and reviewed testing to determine whether the performance of the pressure relief valve (prd) was proper.the purpose of a prd IS to protect a compressed…
In september 2002, a fuel cylinder in a natural gas powered vehicle (ngv) exploded during a fire.ford and vrtc test engineers jointly examined the incident vehicle and reviewed testing to determine whether the performance of the pressure relief valve (prd) was proper.the purpose of a prd IS to protect a compressed natural gas tank from overpressure by allowing the CNG to vent when the temperature reaches a specific point.the prd was removed from the failed tank and subjected to a yield temperature determination test. It was concluded that a direct flame (from the interior of the vehicle) onto the cylinder (located behind the rear seat in the trunk)compromised the hoop strength of the natural gas cylinder, thus allowing the cylinder to fail prior to the prd releasing at itsdesigned temperature.as a result of this testing and review of the involved vehicle, ford has developed an insulator to insulate the natural gas fuel tank from a locally directed flame projecting from the interior of the vehicle.insulators will be installed behind the back seat on subject vehicles to prevent future failures of this type. Ford's action addresses the concerns of odi.therefore, this investigation IS closed.
- Ball joint separation
See attached report.
- CNG tank exploding in a fire
An explosion of a compressed natural gas (CNG) tank should not be able to occur, as the tank IS fitted with a pressure relief device (prd). This prd should release the CNG in the tank, prior to the pressure reaching the tank burst pressure.the prd did not release in the subject wisconsin police cruiser explosion.nhtsa…
An explosion of a compressed natural gas (CNG) tank should not be able to occur, as the tank IS fitted with a pressure relief device (prd). This prd should release the CNG in the tank, prior to the pressure reaching the tank burst pressure.the prd did not release in the subject wisconsin police cruiser explosion.nhtsa has recovered the prd valve from the tank that exploded and testing will be necessary to establish why this tank safety valve did not release in the very high temperature fire that occurred in the police cruiser.there IS only the single known event, but due to the catastropic force of such an explosion and the potential for injury and loss of life, this investigation IS being upgraded.
- Speed control deactivation switch fires
Based on the low rate of fire incidents (2.5 incidents per 100,000 vehicles sold) where failure of the scds IS involved and the age of the vehicles ? 7 to 11 years ? A safety-related defect trend has not been identified and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this…
Based on the low rate of fire incidents (2.5 incidents per 100,000 vehicles sold) where failure of the scds IS involved and the age of the vehicles ? 7 to 11 years ? A safety-related defect trend has not been identified and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.for additional information, see the attached closing report.
- Fuel-fed fires
The fars data shows that the risk of fire from impact in all directions in the subject vehicles IS the same as all other sedans.the subject vehicles are not over represented with respect to the risk of fire in real-world high-energy crashes.a further discussion of issues related to post crash fires in the subject…
The fars data shows that the risk of fire from impact in all directions in the subject vehicles IS the same as all other sedans.the subject vehicles are not over represented with respect to the risk of fire in real-world high-energy crashes.a further discussion of issues related to post crash fires in the subject vehicles IS set out in the closing report for sq 01-014 and that report IS in the docket for this petition.after reviewing the petition and its supporting materials, as well as information furnished by ford and gm, and information within the agency's possession from previous investigations and other related actions,nhtsa has concluded that futher investigation concerning post-crash fires in the subject vehicles IS not likely to lead to a decision that the vehicles contain a safety defect.
- Post rear end collision fires
There is no summary currently available
- Ball joint failure
There is no summary currently available
- Front seat anchor bolt failure
The driver's seat, of the subject split-seat configuration, IS secured to the vehicle floor pan with four bolts.a single bolt IS located at both the front and rear of each of the two seat tracks.these tracks are located on each side of the seat.if the outboard-forward bolt fails, the seat IS retained by 3 remaining…
The driver's seat, of the subject split-seat configuration, IS secured to the vehicle floor pan with four bolts.a single bolt IS located at both the front and rear of each of the two seat tracks.these tracks are located on each side of the seat.if the outboard-forward bolt fails, the seat IS retained by 3 remaining bolts.when retained by 3 bolts, the rearward movement of the left side of the seat back IS limited to approximately 4 inches.this was determined by ford testing and confirmed by odi.this minimal movement should not cause a driver to experience difficulties controlling the vehicle.ford has developed a kit to repair the seat bolt boss, consisting of a large, 3/16 inch thick washer, contoured to fit inside the floor pan seat bolt boss reinforcement.this fix was added to production vehicles in september, 1997.ford IS currently preparting a technical service bulletin, to be sent to both dealer and operators of police vehicles, announcing the availability of the kit for in-sevice repairs.a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action on these models if warranted by the circumstances.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10026401Ford/lincoln mercury: certain 1992-2001 model year crown victoria, grand marquis, and town car vehicles registered in the states of wisconsin and connecticut upgrade modifications for high speed rear impacts.
- 10018959Extended coverage program 05n04 - extended coverage for composite intake manifold. This program IS being provided as a settlement to a class action lawsuit. The terms of the settlement extend the coverage of the all-composite intake manifold to 7 years from the original warranty start date of the vehicle, with no limit on the number of miles that the vehicle has been driven.
- 10014620Charging system limitations.
- 10013060Climate control a/c service tech tips.
- 10008580Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock.
- 10008279New service part - number 5 needle bearing and race kit - 4r70w transmission - service tip.
- 10004889Some dedicated CNG vehicles may exhibit various driveability conditions due to a loss of injector performance, resulting from fuel quality. Loss of power at heavy load, diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) for lean fuel, rough idle, hard start, plugged catalytic converter and no start condition.
- 10004029Dedicated compressed natural gas (CNG) rough idle or no start when cold vehicles equipped with dedicated 4.6L or 5.4L CNG engine only.
- 10004027Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips.
- 10003855Police interceptor may exhibit low charging system voltage at idle.
- 10002519Possible fuel leak at fill valve - fill valve service part revisions - CNG vehicles only.
- 10001901A possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve on some CNG (compressed natural gas) vehicles.
- 10000878Installation of optional police interceptor package upgrade kit. Update part 2. Expiration date removed.
- 6091700Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration and / or transmission extension housing bushing damage from sustained high speed operation.
- 6090873Locks failed. Yd
- 6090634Information regarding vibration/extension housing bushing. *Mjs
- 6090184Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks.
- 6090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems.
- 6090085Service information for musty and mildew type odors coming from the air conditioning / heating system.
- 6090082Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement.
- 6089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses.
- 6089616Emission recall for vehicles that were built with a fuel filler-valve which could leak while the vehicle IS being operated which can exceed evaporative emissions standards.
- 636417Guidance for CNG tank inspection for vehicles produced after december 2, 1996. Update.
- 636408Some dedicated CNG vehicles may exhibit driveability conditions of hard start / no start / rough running.
- 636080Transfer service tips for the front wiper motor mount bracket and depressed park output arm.
- 636042Subject regarding alternative fuel vehicle compressed natural gas tank inspection.
- 630628Some vehicles may exhibit an intake manifold crossover (first runner) coolant seepage condition.
- 630515Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure.
- 630320Some dedicated compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles may exhibit a rough idle, or no start in cold conditions.
- 630001Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area.
- 627791Parts and procedure to reduce the potential of fuel tank punctures during rare and extremely high-speed rear impacts.
- 627747This aritlce IS to provide information on replacement of old style hood lamp switch to the rvised mechanical hood lamp switch.
- 625804Dedicated CNG regulator bowl kit available.
- 625715Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 624689Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel fill valve sealing condition.
- 624571Some vehicles may exhibit a fead belt jump-off toss.
- 624555Information regarding police option-rear window disable-tamper resistance.
- 623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *Slc
- 623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *Slc
- 621061Some vehicles built 04/15/2000 or earlier equipped with a keyless entry system may exhibit an inoperative door-mounted keypad, interior and exterior lamps that self-activate and a weak or discharged vehicle battery.
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