1996 Mercury Grand Marquis
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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.
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.
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
239 complaints9 involved a crash19 involved a fire16 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting › Headlights
The contact owns a 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH the instrument panel began started flashing off and on before going black. The contact stated that he was headed to an off ramp the head lights stopped functioning. The contact stated no warning…
The contact owns a 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH the instrument panel began started flashing off and on before going black. The contact stated that he was headed to an off ramp the head lights stopped functioning. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had stopped driving the vehicle for several days and then tested the head lights and stated that the functionality had returned. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 225,000.
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel · Exterior lighting › Headlights · Steering
The contact owns a 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH at night, the headlights became inoperable. While driving for approximately 30 more miles and exiting the off ramp, the headlights started to flicker. The headlights momentarily worked but then…
The contact owns a 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH at night, the headlights became inoperable. While driving for approximately 30 more miles and exiting the off ramp, the headlights started to flicker. The headlights momentarily worked but then became inoperable again. The instrument panel warning lights illuminated and were flashing. The contact also detected an abnormal clicking noise from the steering column. The contact stated that the windshield wipers became stuck in the on position. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 210,000.
- Steering
When driving and turn to left vehicles steering wants to lock up
- Exterior lighting
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. While driving at various speeds, the headlights became very dim and hindered the contact's visibility. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that there was no failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the transmission fluid leaked onto the gasket pan. There was no fluid visible on the ground. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the torque converter…
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the transmission fluid leaked onto the gasket pan. There was no fluid visible on the ground. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the torque converter, transmission pump, and pan needed to be replaced. Additionally, the transmission rear main seal and drive shaft required replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
- Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. The contact stated that the dealer disconnected the speed control deactivation switch as an interim repair until the installation of a fused wiring harness became available for nhtsa campaign number: 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). The contact…
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. The contact stated that the dealer disconnected the speed control deactivation switch as an interim repair until the installation of a fused wiring harness became available for nhtsa campaign number: 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). The contact stated that the vehicle was taken back to the dealer to complete the recall repairs; however, the dealer refused to honor the recall repair. As a result, the contact was unable to active the speed control activation switch. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 08v051000 (vehicle speed control). The failure mileage was 114,000. ....Updated 07/22/15 *bf updated 10/11/2017*cn
- Vehicle speed control
On 9/17/2003 @ 11:23 pm, my 1996 grand marquis caught fire under the hood and was totally destroyed while sitting idle in front of my house. the henrico county fire department was called. I have the fire report, which indicates that no cause for the fire was determined. in june 2014, I received…
On 9/17/2003 @ 11:23 pm, my 1996 grand marquis caught fire under the hood and was totally destroyed while sitting idle in front of my house. the henrico county fire department was called. I have the fire report, which indicates that no cause for the fire was determined. in june 2014, I received a notification from ford motor company stating that my 1996 grand marquis has a potential under hood fire risk. The issue as stated was that "ford cannot be confident that after many years in service, the speed control deactivation switch in your vehicle will not leak, posing the risk of an under hood fire. until this repair IS performed, a fire could occur at any time. a fire can occur even if the key IS not in the ignition, and can occur even if the speed control system IS never used." after receiving the letter, I filed a report with ford to possibly get some form of compensation for my car since I my car was insured for liability only. Ford responded back that my claim was closed due to the fact that I know longer owned the car, and they were unable to inspect it. I find this to be absurd since the car was totaled, and not available for inspection. *tr
- Exterior lighting
Plastic headlight lenses have become yellowed and cloudy. this has severely reduced nighttime visibility on unlit streets, which IS a safety issue. did some internet research and discovered that this IS a widespread issue with numerous expensive aftermarket products that will supposedly restore…
Plastic headlight lenses have become yellowed and cloudy. this has severely reduced nighttime visibility on unlit streets, which IS a safety issue. did some internet research and discovered that this IS a widespread issue with numerous expensive aftermarket products that will supposedly restore lens clarity. I bought and used one of these products, but was unable to restore full lens clarity. I'm guessing that the cloudiness will return and I'll have to repeat the "restoration" process. I went to a nearby shopping mall and noticed numerous vehicles with cloudy headlights, all with plastic lenses. this safety issue was a non-issue when all headlights were required to use glass lenses. please restore the requirement that, for safe nighttime driving over the life of a vehicle, all headlights use glass lenses. or, require auto makers to replace or restore cloudy plastic lenses at no charge for the life of the vehicle. thanks. *tr
- Electrical system · Engine
The car all of a sudden felt different while driving one day, kind of sluggish and then the engine light went on. The temp rose and smoke started coming out from under the hood. When I pulled over to let cool down I couldn't start it up again. Had it towed to a mechanic who said that the engine was shot. Not worth repairing. Had it towed back home and its been parked in my driveway ever since. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
A crack in my exhaust manifold behind the alternator causing coolant to spray all over under my hood and now my engine overheats..thanks for using plastic parts ford . *tr
- Suspension › Front · Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis equipped with a duralast ball joint, part number fa2101. The contact stated that the stud on the front passenger side lower ball joint broke after being used for 253 miles. The parts dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that…
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis equipped with a duralast ball joint, part number fa2101. The contact stated that the stud on the front passenger side lower ball joint broke after being used for 253 miles. The parts dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the manufacturer would like to examine the ball joint because they believed it was installed incorrectly. The contact expressed concerns about the stud breaking, not the actual ball joint. The current mileage on the vehicle was 102,511. The vin was unavailable.
- Steering
The steering wheel has become very loose, and it squeaks alot. I am unable to adjust the steering wheel height any more. I believe this could be a potential hazard, and result in loss of control of steering for this vehicle. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
While driving my vehicle home from work in the evening, the car started to putter, then smoke came pouring out from under the engine hood blocking my view from the road causing cars to race around me and almost had an accident...also started coming in the vents of the car, making me nausea.…
While driving my vehicle home from work in the evening, the car started to putter, then smoke came pouring out from under the engine hood blocking my view from the road causing cars to race around me and almost had an accident...also started coming in the vents of the car, making me nausea. extreme danger and fear. I had to have the car towed $65.00 and the repair estimate came in at $900.00. cracked plastic intake manifold. ??plastic?? Who does that? I have been unemployed and only able to get part time employment. I can't afford this repair so I had to have the car towed back to my house...another $65.00. the car only has 85,218 miles on it and has been kept immaculate. I contacted mercury/ford and they said there IS nothing they can do. in researching, I spent hours reading hundreds and hundreds of postings regarding the same situation...and also, the same car, ford crown victoria has the exact same problem. I understand there was a "silent recall" where only government fleet/police cars were taken care of. how nice! the replacement was with a metal part, which it should have been from the beginning. this IS an extreme neglect on ford/mercury part. I believe that the investigation and action should be based on the quantity of both the crown victoria and grand marquis combined, since they are the exact same car manufactured. please help! *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. The contact was driving 30 mph when a vehicle abruptly pulled in front of him. The contact applied the brakes and the brake pedal fell into the floorboard and did not engage. The contact was able to avoid crashing into the second vehicle. The…
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. The contact was driving 30 mph when a vehicle abruptly pulled in front of him. The contact applied the brakes and the brake pedal fell into the floorboard and did not engage. The contact was able to avoid crashing into the second vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility where the contact was advised that the entire brake line would need replacing. The vehicle was repaired by an authorized dealer. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 81,000.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. The contact stated that there was steam emitting from the engine compartment. A mechanic advised the contact that there was a crack in the plastic intake manifold. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The current and failure mileages were approximately 85,000.
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
Mercury grand marquis 1996 intake manifold cracked and had to be replaced, did not know there was a recall on the intake manifold until we had it replaced. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Car caught fire had no problems with the car in the past drove about 2 miles parked and turned car off and the engine caught fire. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. while parked in the residence carport, the vehicle caught on fire. the fire department extinguished the flames. the massive fire completely destroyed the vehicle and caused damages to the home. there were no personal injuries. at this time…
TL* the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. while parked in the residence carport, the vehicle caught on fire. the fire department extinguished the flames. the massive fire completely destroyed the vehicle and caused damages to the home. there were no personal injuries. at this time the cause of failure has not been determined. the manufacturer and insurance company were notified. the failure and current mileages were 96,000.
- Electrical system
The car started normal at work and drove 20 minutes to home. Placed car in park, and attempted to turn ignition to off, but the key switch rotated freely with no resistance. The key switch was tried again to turn off ignition by turning in either direction fully with no affect. Key was removed…
The car started normal at work and drove 20 minutes to home. Placed car in park, and attempted to turn ignition to off, but the key switch rotated freely with no resistance. The key switch was tried again to turn off ignition by turning in either direction fully with no affect. Key was removed, switch rotated freely. Steering could not be locked. Then attempted to stop engine by another method. Lifted hood and disconnected battery - alternator keep it running. Owner manual showed ignition fuse which was pulled to stop motor. Switch was still in on position when battery was reconnected. The car could not be restarted by key switch. Battery disconnected to disable airbag until repairs could be accomplished. repairs: I did this myself. The steering column had to come completely off. I determined it would take 5 to 6 hours of work to identify problem and fix. A dealer would have charge for this. After steering column was removed the switch mechanism was examined for problem. This was a tilt type column. A plastic shaft extended from the key switch across the tilt area to a plastic switch actuator in the main column shaft. A thin 1 inch long steel bearing type pin was found stuck to some grease. The column was taken apart and it was determined the pin fit into a hole in the switch actuator. This pin was forced back into the hole, super glued, and steering column was reassembled and placed back in the car. Loose shifter bolt tightened. Ignition switch was checked. Slider had resistance to being moved and showed some contact burns. The ignition switch was replaced. steering column with fixed switch actuator was installed. Car started normal with no resistance to ignition. Turns on and off normal. consequence of ignition actuator link failure IS high danger with a stuck accelerator or parking in a confined space (garage). Engine can not be turned off in dangerous these situations or an auto accident. switch actuator IS poor designed with parts that fall out. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
On tuesday night, april 28, my 1996 mercury grand marquis suddenly caught fire under the hood of the car and the engine was in flames in a matter of minutes. My car had been sitting for hours before I got in it and drove it home, approximately 2 1/2 miles. when I parked my car in the driveway I…
On tuesday night, april 28, my 1996 mercury grand marquis suddenly caught fire under the hood of the car and the engine was in flames in a matter of minutes. My car had been sitting for hours before I got in it and drove it home, approximately 2 1/2 miles. when I parked my car in the driveway I entered my house. within five minutes my daughter screamed that smoke was coming out from under the hood. within another 5 - 10 minutes the entire engine area was in flames. Fire rescue arrived and put out the fire, but not before my car was, for the most part, ruined. From what I have heard, and read, I believe it was something to do with the cruise control mechanism. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Plastic intake manifold on a 1996 ford grand marquis 4.6 liter V-8. apparently there was some settlement offer from ford to replace this part with an aluminum intake however due to the car not being driven much, 70,000 miles in 12 years the intake manifold did not fail until recently. I would…
Plastic intake manifold on a 1996 ford grand marquis 4.6 liter V-8. apparently there was some settlement offer from ford to replace this part with an aluminum intake however due to the car not being driven much, 70,000 miles in 12 years the intake manifold did not fail until recently. I would like to know what options I have in fixing this part and possible reimbursement of the $800 or more it will cost me to fix it. *tr
- Vehicle speed control
We owned a 1996 mercury grand marquis vehicle. This vehicle caught fire in july 2007 without any warning parked in front of our home while we were out of town. Luckily my daughter and granddaughter were home at the time to call 911. We did not receive a recall notice from ford motor company…
We owned a 1996 mercury grand marquis vehicle. This vehicle caught fire in july 2007 without any warning parked in front of our home while we were out of town. Luckily my daughter and granddaughter were home at the time to call 911. We did not receive a recall notice from ford motor company regarding a recall until 2 months later! Had we been able to know about the recall, this could have been avoided. My wife and I are senior citizens, me in my 80'S and she in her 70'S. Had this happened while we were driving we would have not made it out of the vehicle in time! My daughter did extensive research online and found there were many complaints prior to the safety recall #05s28. These automakers need to be held accountable for situations as this, especially when numerous consumer complaints were made prior to the recall. we're lucky to be alive and not burned! *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. after receiving a safety recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control), the contact had the switch disconnected in his vehicle. on march 8, 2008, he received another recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 mercury grand marquis. after receiving a safety recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control), the contact had the switch disconnected in his vehicle. on march 8, 2008, he received another recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 08v051000 (vehicle speed control:cruise control). he called the dealer and was informed that they would be in touch with him as soon as the part was available. as of september 8, 2008, the contact has not heard back from the dealer. there had been no failure to date. the current mileage was 87,000. updated 10/03/08 *bf updated 10/07/08.8jb
- Air bags
Upon deployment of driver side airbag it caught fire and I had to put it out myself. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Had just turned off freeway when warning chime for overheated engine sounded. stopped car within one block & turned off motor. towed to mechanic. turns out to be the intake manifold catastrophic failure, common to fords (mine IS 1996 mercury grand marquis, 71K miles.) am now running compression…
Had just turned off freeway when warning chime for overheated engine sounded. stopped car within one block & turned off motor. towed to mechanic. turns out to be the intake manifold catastrophic failure, common to fords (mine IS 1996 mercury grand marquis, 71K miles.) am now running compression test to see if any engine damage, if there IS no damage then I will have to fix manifold at a cost of approx. $1036. if there IS engine damage then I will have to junk a perfectly fine car in excellent condition (apart from this). ford does not offer any redress. I never received any information about this problem, nor about the class action lawsuit settlement. this could have been extremely dangerous, as I had just excited a freeway when the warning beep sounded. I have received all other recall info on this vehicle and have complied w. Recall. in fact vehicle had been fully checked by dealer only 6 days when taken in for the second part of the switch recall on this model. dealer never informed me of any potential manifold problem. this IS a safety issue as well as a defective part issue. at the very least, owners should be notified that this IS a common catastrophic failure. *tr
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.
- Ball joint separation
See attached report.
- 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
- Improper height for head restraints
Nhtsa was petitioned to commence a defect investigation of the subject vehicles on july 28, 1998.the petition alleges that the driver's seat head restraint was not high enough at its highest position to protect him from neck injuries sustained during a rear impact collision.other than the subject petitin, odi has…
Nhtsa was petitioned to commence a defect investigation of the subject vehicles on july 28, 1998.the petition alleges that the driver's seat head restraint was not high enough at its highest position to protect him from neck injuries sustained during a rear impact collision.other than the subject petitin, odi has received no other complaints of inadequate head restraint height for the subject vehicles.ford motor company's compliance data shows that the subject vehicles met the head restraint height requirement of fmvss no. 202, head restraints. Therefore, the petition IS denied.
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.
- 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.
- 10004027Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips.
- 10003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included.
- 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.
- 636080Transfer service tips for the front wiper motor mount bracket and depressed park output arm.
- 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.
- 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.
- 625715Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 624571Some vehicles may exhibit a fead belt jump-off toss.
- 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.
- 619424Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5W-20 motor oil.
- 619299Information on replacing fuel tank strap bolts.
- 618614Information on programming remotes after driver door module replacement.
- 618546Subject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips.
- 616522Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system.
- 615491All vehicles with antilock brake module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module.
- 615487For all vehicles with remote keyless entry concerns that require a module and / or transmitter (keyfob) replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module or keyfob.
- 615486For all vehicles with drivers seat module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module.
- 615484For all vehicles with drivers door module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing.
- 615480For all vehicles with lighting control module concerns that require a module replacement, the technican must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module.
- 615335Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern.
- 613714Some vehicles may exhibit an inoperative keyless entry pad. **Mr
- 613634Some vehicles may exhibit a bang / popping noise heard from the exhaust system during cool-down. **Mr
- 612867Some vehicles may exhibit yellowing of the headlamps.
- 612849Subject regarding keyfob programming information - service replacement drivers door module.
- 612689Brief information regarding vehicles that exhibit yellowing of the headlamps.
- 612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *Mjs
- 610768Some vehicles may exhibit a bang popping noise heard from the exhaust system during cool-down.
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