2009 Ford Crown victoria problems
The Ford Crown Victoria ("Crown Vic") is a full-size sedan that was marketed and manufactured by Ford. The successor to the Ford LTD Crown Victoria, two generations of the model line were produced from the 1992 until the 2012 model years. The Ford counterpart of the Mercury Grand Marquis, the Crown Victoria was the largest sedan marketed by Ford in North America, slotted above the Ford Taurus. The Crown Victoria Police Interceptor (1992–2011) was marketed specifically for law-enforcement use; a long-wheelbase Crown Victoria sedan (2002–2011) was marketed primarily for taxi cab fleets.
The Crown Victoria was produced on the rear-wheel drive, body-on-frame Ford Panther platform, sharing its chassis with the Grand Marquis and Lincoln Town Car. From 1997 until their 2011 discontinuation, the three model lines were the sole four-door sedans produced in North America with a full-length frame, rear-wheel drive, and a standard V8 engine. While the front and rear crumple zones were engineered into the vehicle, it was one of Ford's products that were not of unibody construction for the entire generation. The Crown Victoria was the last car made using the Ford Panther platform.
For its entire production, the Crown Victoria was produced by Ford Canada alongside the Grand Marquis at St. Thomas Assembly in Southwold, Ontario. From 1991 until 2011, over 1.5 million cars (including Police Interceptors) were produced by St. Thomas Assembly prior to its closure. A 2012 Crown Victoria (intended for Middle East export) was the final vehicle produced by the facility. Following the discontinuation of the model line, the Crown Victoria was not directly replaced, with the full-size Ford Taurus serving as the next basis for Ford police cars.
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Common 2009 Ford Crown victoria problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Ford Crown Victoria 2009 model, several common problems have been reported. Here is a detailed list of these issues:
- Total Transmission Failure: Another significant problem reported is the total failure of the transmission system. This issue can be severe, resulting in the car being unable to function properly. The average cost to fix this type of failure is approximately $2,600, with an average mileage of 24,000 miles.
- Complete Transmission Failure: Similar to the total transmission failure, complete transmission failure is a serious issue that can render the vehicle inoperable. The average cost to address this problem is around $1,600, with an average mileage of 104,000 miles.
- TCC Application in 2nd Gear: This problem specifically affects the TCC (Torque Converter Clutch) application in 2nd gear, which can lead to issues with the transmission's performance. This issue is associated with the 4R75E transmission model.
These common problems with the Ford Crown Victoria 2009 model, particularly related to transmission issues, highlight significant concerns that owners have faced. Addressing these problems promptly through professional repairs and maintenance is crucial to ensure the longevity and performance of the vehicle.
Is 2009 Crown Victoria a good car?
The 4.6L V8 may not be a race engine but combined with the Police transmission and rear end, it makes for a solid reliable vehicle. I'm able to do most maintenance myself and it hasn't needed much more than the basics. I'm up to 150,000 miles and it's still a highway star.
What was the worst year for the Crown Victoria?
Reliability has been a staple in the Ford Crown Victoria's reputation over the years. This comes from Ford's sturdy design, emphasizing durability and easy maintenance. However, reliability wasn't always consistent for the car. The worst year for Crown Victoria in terms of reliability was arguably 2008.
Is the Ford Crown Victoria reliable?
Very reliable. With proper maintenance it's quite common for these cars to reach 300k miles. There are a handful over a million miles.
How long do Crown Vic engines last?
Anything can happen at any age or mileage, but generally speaking, the 4.6 OHC modular engine as installed in most Crown Vics, Grand Marquis, and Town Cars are good for a minimum of 300K miles with an oil change every 6K miles.
2009 Ford Crown victoria car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Crown victoria problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Steering problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2009 Ford Crown victoria vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2009 Ford Crown victoria
The NHTSA has received 43 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2009 Ford Crown victoria. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2009 Ford Crown victoria vehicles.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-19
- VIN: 2FAHP71V39X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Lower intermediate steering shaft and upper intermediate steering shaft universal joints are binding, causing very unpredictable steering and the upper intermediate steering shaft to begin separating from the steering column. This is covered under recalls 13S08/13R01. The vehicle was inspected and passed in 2014 so no parts were replaced, but the parts are now failing inspection per recall attachment sheets. Ford is refusing to service these crucial parts which are COVERED in the above recalls.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-01
- VIN: 2FAHP71V89X
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from underneath the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the fuel tank straps had fractured, causing the fuel tank to become detach and drag on the ground. The fuel tank was temporarily reattached, and the vehicle was driven home. The contact later discovered that fuel had leaked from the fuel tank. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 164,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-01
- VIN: 2FAHP71V29X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER BERLIN CITY FORD LOCATED AT 485 MAIN ST, GORHAM, NH 03581 AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT, NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V704000 (STEERING). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-09
- VIN: 2FAHP71V79X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V385000 (STEERING). THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE AVAILABLE; HOWEVER, THEY WOULD NOT HONOR THE RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. *BF*JB
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-06
- VIN: 2FAHP71V79X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: FORD HAD A RECALL, 13S08, FOR THE STEERING ON THESE CARS. I JUST PURCHASED THIS CAR ON 08?06/2019 AND IMMEDIATELY CHECKED YOUR SITE FOR RECALLS. THERE IS THIS RECALL AND IT WAS NOT COMPLETED. NEW JERSEY OWNED THIS CAR BEFORE ME AND MUST NOT HAVE TAKEN IT IN. I CALLED FORD AND WAS TOLD THEY WILL NOT TAKE CARE OF THE RECALL. I NOW DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING MY CAR.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-18
- VIN: 2FAHP71V59X
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT MOVE IN DRIVE. SETS AND IDLES. GIVE IT SOME GAS. WILL NOT MOVE. GOING TO COST $1200 TO REBUILD IT
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-01
- VIN: 2FAHP71V29X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I HAD JUST GOTTEN HOME FROM WORK. I PUT MY CAR IN REVERSE AND WENT TO GO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO RIGHT AND THE STEERING WHEEL SEEMED LIKE IT WAS STUCK OR CAUGHT ON SOMETHING SO I TRIED TO TURN IT IT THE OTHER WAY TO SEE IF I COULDN'T GET IT TO LOOSEN UP AND WHEN I HAD TURNED IT TO THE RIGHT AGAIN THE WHOLE STEERING WHEEL SNAPPED. IT DIDN'T TAKE MUCH TO SNAP IT. THE GOOD PART IS I WASN'T ON THE INTERSTATE HOWEVER I WAS ON THE INTERSTATE ABOUT 10-15 MINUTES BEFORE THAT. AND IF THAT HAD HAPPENED ON THE INTERSTATE WHO KNOWS WHAT WOULD HAVE HAPPENED. HOWEVER RIGHT NOW I WAS ABLE TO HACK THE CAR IN MY DRIVEWAY I HAD TO TURN THE SHAFT BY HAND. THIS IS A BIG SAFETY ISSUE. AND WOULD LIKE SOMEONE ELSE TO PAY TO HAVE THIS ISSUE FIXED BC PROUTY FORD IN DOVER FOXCROFT SAID THEY WORKED ON THIS AND FIXED THE SHAFT AND IT DIDN'T SEEMED FIXED.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-02
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: STERRING BEGAN GIVING A CLUNKING FEELING IN WHEEL WHEN DRIVING STRAIGHT I NOTICE 4 DAYS AGO. MORE NOTICEABLE OVER BUMPS... I THOUGHT IT WAS MY TIRES. I WAS DRIVING DOWN ROAD AND ATTEMPT TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN AND VEHICLE KEEP GOING STRAIGHT AND STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT TURNING ALSO CRASH INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC, VEHICLE WAS TOW TO SHOP!
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,TIRES,INTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-28
- VIN: 2FAFP71W84X
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,TIRES,INTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: 2004 FORD CROWN VIC POLICE INTERCEPTOR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SEVERAL PROBLEMS EXPERIENCED WITH VEHICLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED SHIFTING OUT OF PARK WAS DIFFICULT, THE BRAKES SEEMED SQUISHY, THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW, THE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD/SPEEDOMETER WERE INOPERABLE, AND THE WATER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TURN SIGNALS, TAIL LIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WERE INOPERABLE. EXHAUST FUMES ENTERED THE VEHICLE. *JS
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-22
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2FAHP74V19X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE SHAFT INSIDE THE STEERING WELL SEPARATED CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHING INTO A CURB. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED BUT DRIVABLE. THERE WAS NO POLICE REPORT AND NO INJURY WAS REPORTED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS ABOUT 40,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-08
- VIN: 2FAHP71V09X
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: LEALKING FUEL FROM THE QUICK DICONNECT ON THE RETURN FULE LINE. THAT IS CAUSING A DRIING BY THE EXHAUST TAIL PIPE AND A GASOLINE SMELL AROUND THE VEHICLE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-01
- VIN: 2FAHP71VX9X
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: HELLO, MY BLEND DOOR ACTUATOR STOPPED WORKING,THIS IS AN ELECTRICAL COMPONENT THAT WILL SWITCH THE AIR CONDITIONING TO HEAT AND BACK AGAIN THE PROBLEM IS WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE THE WINDSHIELD WONT DEFROST PROPERLY AND I CANT SEE /OR WARM AND HUMID/RAINING THE CAR WILL FOG UP ON THE INSIDE AND I HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. VERY COMMON PROBLEM THAT FORD KNOWS ABOUT...CHECK YOUTUBE CROWN VICTORIA BLEND DOOR.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-15
- VIN: 2FAHP71V09X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THE VEHICLE STEERING COLUMN INSIDE THE CAR IS MADE OF TWO PIECES OF METAL THAT ATTACHED THE TOP WITH THE BOTTOM BUT IT HAS NO LOCKING TO PREVENT FROM COMING OFF WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING THE VIBRATIONS OF THE ROAD AND SUSPENSION WITH THE TIME CAUSES TO LOOSE AND YOU LOOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING THIS CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT ON THE HIGHWAYS
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-08
- VIN: 2FAHP71V29X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO MOVE STRAIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING ABILITY SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S HOUSE AND THEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT OF A RECALL FOR THE STEERING WHEEL SHAFT, BUT IT DID NOT COVER THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE RECALL DETAILS WERE NOT PROVIDED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 141,000.
AIR BAGS,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-31
- VIN: 2FAHP71V09X
- Components: AIR BAGS,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HORN WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 71,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-07
- VIN: 2FAHP71V19X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE HEAT SHIELD FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-16
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2FAHP71V88X
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, LOCKED AND UNATTENDED IN A PARKING LOT. SURVEILLANCE VIDEO SHOWS FLASHES COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD FAIRLY CENTRALLY LOCATED WHERE IT HINGES WITH THE VEHICLE. THE FLASHES BEGIN SLOW, THEN RESUME MORE INTENSELY BEFORE THE VEHICLE CATCHES FIRE. THE FIRE CONSUMES ALL RUBBER/PLASTICS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND CONTINUES TO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE IS A TOTAL LOSS.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-19
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2FAHP71V59X
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION, ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN THE RED LIGHT AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE CONTACT SUSTAINED UNKNOWN INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-25
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2FAHP71V89X
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: MAR 25TH 2013, MY BROTHER WAS COMING BACK TO HOME, SUDDENLY CAR SPIN/SCATTERED HIT TO TREE AND ELECTRIC POLE, MAR 2014, I RECEIVED SAFETY RECALL # 13S08/NHTSA LETTER FROM FORD COMPANY STEERING COLUMN SHAFT PROBLEM. WE CONTACT TO FORD COMPANY ON MARCH 18,2014 REGARDING THE ABOVE ISSUE. THEY ISSUE US CASE # [XXX]. IN THE MONTH OF APRIL 2014 WE CONTACT THEM AGAIN TO CHECK THE STATUS OF ABOVE CASE, TILL TO DATE WE ARE WAITING FOR THEIR REPLY. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-31
- VIN: 2FAHP71V79X
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: INTAKE MANIFOLD IS SUBJECT TO EXTREMELY HIGH TEMPERATURES. FORD'S CURRENT DESIGN INCLUDES A PLASTIC INTAKE MANIFOLD THAT IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO WARPING AND MAY CAUSE ENGINE FAILURE IF COOLANT LOOSES PRESSURE DUE TO LEAK. *TT
SUSPENSION,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-20
- VIN: 2FAHP71VX9X
- Components: SUSPENSION,WHEELS
- Summary: THIS WAS A POLICE INTERCEPTOR VEHICLE TRAVELING AT A SPEED OF BETWEEN 55 AND 60MPH. THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING HAD SEIZED UP AND BURNT THE TIRE DOWN UNTIL IT BLEW, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SWERVE INTO THE DITCH. LUCKILY THE DRIVER IS OKAY AND THERE WAS NOBODY ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-25
- VIN: 2FAHP71V89X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THE COMPLAINANT ALLEGES THE DRIVER OF A MY 2009 CROWN VICTORIA EXPERIENCED A LOOSENESS AND NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN. UPON INSPECTION THE LOWER STEERING COLUMN BEARING WAS FOUND TO BE PARTIALLY DISPLACED FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. THE COMPLAINANT NOTES THAT THERE WAS NOT A COMPLETE LOSS OF THE STEERING. TWO OF THE TABS OF THE STEERING COLUMN BEARING WERE FOUND BROKEN IN THE DRIVERS FOOTWELL AREA.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-26
- VIN: 2FAHP71V09X
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: INSPECTION FOUND DISLOCATED BUSHING. *TR
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-26
- VIN: 2FAHP71V09X
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: INSPECTION FOUND DISLOCATED BUSHING. *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-26
- VIN: 2FAHP71V39X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: REFERENCE ODI NUMBERS 10347404, 10474596, 1047458, 10475030, 1047501; THE AFFECTED VEHICLES SHOULD INCLUDE MODEL YEARS 2009 THROUGH 2011. THE AFFECTED VEHICLE IN THIS NOTICE IS A MODEL YEAR 2009. FURTHER RESEARCH FOUND MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2011 HAVE THE SAME STEERING COLUMN DESIGN AND AFFECTED PART NUMBERS. *TR
2009 Ford Crown victoria recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2009 Ford Crown victoria.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermediate shaft was serviced during the course of safety recall 13V-385. The prior repairs may not have been correctly performed.
- Consequence: Improper servicing of the upper intermediate shaft could cause the shaft to separate, which can then result in a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper immediate shaft if necessary free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S25.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Severe corrosion can seize the lower intermediate shaft which may cause the upper intermediate shaft to collapse and the steering column lower bearing to separate.
- Consequence: If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced as necessary. If the steering column lower bearing has separated, a retainer clip will be installed. The recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S08.
Negative 2009 Ford Crown victoria car reviews
Positive 2009 Ford Crown victoria car reviews
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What a fun car to drive! The center console and shift take me back to my teenage years. It's also incredibly comfortable and one of the safest cars out there. Plus, it has one of the lowest insurance ratings available. And let's be honest, who doesn't love people mistaking them for an Alabama State Trooper?
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Congratulations on your 3rd Crown Vic! It's great to hear that you've had such positive experiences with this model. Not only are they a fantastic value, but they're also very affordable to insure and maintain. While the fuel economy may not be exceptional, it's still decent at 18mpg in typical suburban driving. The ride is incredibly comfortable and the car handles well for its size. It's impressive that your '94 model has never had any mechanical issues and has only required routine service. The reliability of these cars is truly remarkable and the comfort level is top-notch.
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We've owned a Ford Crown Vic, a Mercury Marquis, and now another Crown Vic. We find them both to be the same and will always prefer them over other cars. We've looked at many and always come back. The ride and reliability are always great. When travelling, we've always found great dealerships to help us out if there's a problem.
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I completely understand the frustration of the person complaining about the resale value, but it's important to do thorough research before making a purchase. Personally, I bought my car with the intention of driving it for as long as possible, so depreciation wasn't a major concern for me. Regarding the comment in the Vehicle Overview about the car being large and unwieldy, I have to disagree. In comparison to a full-sized SUV, this car is incredibly easy to drive and park. The suspension, steering, and wheels all contribute to a smooth and enjoyable driving experience. If Ford were to invest a bit more in the interior materials, add the 300HP 3 valve engine to the LX Sport, and promote the car more effectively, I believe it would be a huge success. In my opinion, the 300C is not as important as the overall quality and performance of the car.
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The low insurance costs, smooth and quiet ride, decent performance, and excellent crash ratings make this American car a great choice. As someone who drives over 50K miles per year, I'm always looking for the best car for the least amount of money, and this ride is definitely the best in its category. I was able to purchase my slightly used 2006 LX with only 11,000 miles for under $15,000, and I'm averaging an impressive 25.5 miles per gallon.
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Merlin Gusikowski 2024-07-18
I bought a 2004 Crown Vic Sport in late 2003 and I really enjoyed driving it. It had a big car but sporty feel with plenty of power. However, when I tried to get out of the car 18 months later, I encountered a problem. Despite paying the hefty $31,000 price for this car, I was disappointed to find out that it was worth only as much as a standard LX. It depreciated $15,500 in just 18 months. In my opinion, it is not worth the price. I would advise you not to buy one!
Duncan McClure 2024-05-21
Hey there! Have you ever experienced the thrill of riding a rear wheel drive car? This car may not be the most exciting, but it's definitely a solid performer and a rare find for an affordable big car.
Nicholas Rosenbaum 2024-04-13
This car may not have met my expectations, but it still has its merits. Its design, while not to my taste, is still modern and sleek. While it has had some issues, I am confident that with proper maintenance it can be a reliable vehicle. I encourage you to carefully consider your options before making a purchase.