2005 Ford Cvpi problems
The Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor (colloquially referred to as the CVPI, P71, or P7B) is a four-door, body-on-frame sedan that was manufactured by Ford from 1992 to 2011. It is the police car version of the Ford Crown Victoria and was the first vehicle to use the Ford Police Interceptor name.
From 1997 to 2013, the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor was the most widely used automobile in law enforcement fleets in North America, namely the United States, Canada and Mexico. It was also used for this purpose on a more limited scale in other regions, such as Europe and the Middle East.
History
After the discontinuation of the Chevrolet Caprice, the Ford Motor Company held a near-monopoly on the market for police vehicles in the United States and Canada for over a decade. The conventional rear-wheel drive, V8 power, and body-on-frame construction were considered advantageous for police use. The body-on-frame construction allowed inexpensive repairs after collisions without the need to straighten the chassis. Rear-wheel drive was deemed better for hard maneuvers and more robust than the front-wheel-drive competition for rough driving over curbs and other obstacles in the urban environment.
Although CVPIs were not sold directly to the general public by the manufacturer, they were widely available in North America as used vehicles after being decommissioned. The cars were in demand by taxi companies and others who wanted a safe, durable, and/or inexpensive car, and those who needed a car with a large back seat.
The CVPI came equipped with many heavy-duty parts, such as a revised transmission, and a 186 kW (253 PS; 249 hp) engine. Used versions are normally stripped of any police decals, equipment, police radios, and emergency lights before being sold or auctioned to the public.
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Common 2005 Ford Cvpi problems
The 2005 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor (CVPI) is a reliable vehicle, but like any car, it can have issues. One common problem is transmission failure, as reported by a CVN forum user. The user's 2005 CVPI exhibited signs of transmission failure, such as falling out of gear around corners and abrupt stops. Upon inspection, the transmission was found to be heavily overfilled, with an excess of two inches past the full when hot line. After draining the excess fluid and adding Lucas transmission additive, the problem worsened, making normal shifts impossible. The user sought help from local transmission shops, which quoted prices between $2,000 and $3,000 for repairs, a cost higher than the vehicle's purchase price. The user also checked local junkyards for compatible transmissions but found none.
Another issue reported by CVN forum users is the failure of the intake manifold, which can cause a ticking noise when the engine is cold and a smell of exhaust fumes. The original intake manifold on the Crown Vic, including the crossover tube, was made of plastic, which caused exhaust leaks. The intake manifold was upgraded with an aluminum crossover tube, but if the intake manifold is leaking, it needs to be replaced. If a coolant leak is noticed at the back of the engine, it is likely that coolant has deteriorated part of the manifold’s gasket and is now leaking.
Additionally, the heater mode switch may not function properly, and there may be no audible vacuum noise from the vents when the switch is turned. This issue can be caused by disconnected or faulty vacuum hoses. Check for any disconnected vacuum lines and replace any broken hoses.
Lastly, the MAF sensor can be faulty, causing ticking noises and acceleration problems. The PCV system can also not function properly and clog, leading to high RPMs at idle and erratic running engine.
To address these issues, it is essential to perform regular maintenance and address problems as soon as they arise. Using the correct type of fluid, such as Mercon V for the 2005 CVPI, is crucial to prevent transmission failure. Replacing faulty parts, such as the intake manifold, vacuum hoses, and MAF sensor, can also help prevent further damage and costly repairs.
How reliable are Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor?
For decades, this ride has been synonymous with power and reliability. Within police work, the Crown Victoria has served as the definitive police car in many parts of the United States. Today, you're still likely to find this car being used as a reliable commuter or as a budget-friendly first car for teenagers.
How many miles will a Crown Vic 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.
What is the mileage on a 2005 Ford Crown Vic?
Based on data from 38 vehicles, 2,578 fuel-ups and 603,183 miles of driving, the 2005 Ford Crown Victoria gets a combined Avg MPG of 16.18 with a 0.20 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 85 outliers (3.19%) removed.
How fast can a CVPI go?
The 2004–2011 Police Interceptors are equipped standard with an open 3.27:1 rear axle (axle code Z5), with a traction-lock (Trac-Lok) 3.27:1 rear axle (axle code X5) optional, and are electronically limited to 129 mph (208 km/h) due to critical drive-line speed limitations.
How reliable are Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor?
For decades, this ride has been synonymous with power and reliability. Within police work, the Crown Victoria has served as the definitive police car in many parts of the United States. Today, you're still likely to find this car being used as a reliable commuter or as a budget-friendly first car for teenagers.
What engine is in a CVPI?
4.6 L 2V SOHC V8
Comparison with standard Crown Victoria. Both cars use the same 4.6 L 2V SOHC V8 (both Flex Fuel starting in 2008), Ford modular engine, and Ford four-speed automatic transmission.
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.
What is the mileage on a 2005 Ford Crown Vic?
Based on data from 38 vehicles, 2,578 fuel-ups and 603,183 miles of driving, the 2005 Ford Crown Victoria gets a combined Avg MPG of 16.18 with a 0.20 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 85 outliers (3.19%) removed.
2005 Ford Cvpi car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Cvpi problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Exterior lighting problems
- Wheels problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Ford Cvpi vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2005 Ford Cvpi complaints
The NHTSA has received 20 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Ford Cvpi.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-01
- VIN: 2FAFP71W05X
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING FOR APPROX. 5 MIN AND MY HEADLIGHTS JUST CUT OFF. I PULLED OVER TURNED THE LIGHT SWITCH ON AND OFF AND STILL NO HEAD LIGHTS. THE PARK LIGHTS WOULD WORK JUST FINE. I HAD TO DRIVE HOME USING MY BRIGHT LIGHTS. LUCKILY, NO ONE WAS WALKING BECAUSE I WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SEE THEM AT ALL. I TOOK THE CAR IN TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE LIGHT CONTROL MODULE THAT COST OVER $600 JUST FOR THE PART.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-03-18
- VIN: 2FAFP71W25X
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: LOW SPEED STEERING FAILURE. COULD NOT CONTROL STEERING AT LOW SPEED. - STEERING WHEEL RESISTED MOVEMENT TO CONTROL VEHICLE. VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY BROUGHT TO FORD DEALER AND FOUND THAT 5W1Z*3B676*AA STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY WORN CAUSING STEERING/CONTROL PROBLEM. ORIGINAL OWNER WITH FORD EXTRA CARE WARRANTY - REPAIR NOT COVERED AT $538.63. HISTORY OF STEERING FAILURES ON THESE VEHICLES - FORD SHOULD RECALL/REIMBURSE FOR REPAIRS. I SPOKE TO A FORD ESP REPRESENTATIVE AND WAS TOLD THAT NO MATTER HOW MANY FAILURES OCCUR, REGARDLESS OF ACCIDENT OR INJURY, FORD DOES NOT MONITOR NON-FORD WEBSITES FOR FREQUENCY OF FAILURES. IF THE FREQUENCY OF FAILURE, ACCIDENT, INJURY OR FATALITIES IS HIGH ENOUGH, THEY WILL ISSUE RECALL AND REIMBURSE COST OF REPAIRS MADE AT FORD DEALER. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-07-18
- VIN: 2FAFP71W95X
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY
- Summary: I AM HAVING A PROBLEM WITH OUR 2005 CROWN VIC HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING. WINDSHIELD WIPERS ONLY WORKS ON HIGH. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-07
- VIN: 2FAHP71W85X
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DRIVING VEHICLE...HEADLAMPS TURNED OFF ON THEIR OWN...PROBLEM TRACED TO LAMP CONTROL MODULE...PROBLEM WITH THIS PART HAS BEEN INVESTIGATED BY NHTSA PREVIOUSLY...FORD NEEDS TO BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR FAILURES OF THIS PART.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-10-29
- VIN: 2FAFP71W95X
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: DRIVING A 2005 CROWN VICTORIA IN THE EARLY AM (IT WAS DARK) ON A CITY STREET WITHOUT STREET LIGHTS. THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OFF. STOPPED THE CAR IMMEDIATELY. TURNED LIGHTS OFF AND BACK ON. ALL LIGHTS EXCEPT THE HEADLIGHTS WORKED. EXPERIMENTED WITH THE LIGHT SWITCH AND TURN SIGNAL LEVER. DISCOVERED THE BRIGHTS WORKED WHEN PULLING THE LEVER (MANUAL OPERATION OF THE BRIGHTS). AFTER ABOUT THREE MINUTES THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED THEMSELVES BACK ON. TOOK THE CAR TO A FORD DEALERSHIP. TOLD THEM WHAT HAD HAPPENED. THEY REPORTED LATER IN THE DAY THAT NOTHING COULD BE FOUND THAT WAS WRONG. I GOOGLED THE PROBLEM AND WAS OVERWHELMED WITH HITS. WHEN I GOT THE CAR AFTER WORK I ASKED THE SERVICE MANAGER IF ANYONE ELSE HAD ENCOUNTERED THE SAME PROBLEM. AT FIRST HE WAS RELUCTANT BUT AFTER INFORMING HIM I HAD GOOGLED THE PROBLEM AND HAD DISCOVERED THAT IT HAD HAPPENED TO OTHERS. AT THAT POINT HE DID TELL ME THAT THEY HAD OTHER CUSTOMERS COMPLAINING OF THE SAME (OR SIMILAR) PROBLEM. TO CORRECT IT I WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE THE LCM (LIGHT CONTROL MODULE). WHICH COSTS $511.00 PLUS LABOR AND TAX. (I DID NOT DO IT AT THAT TIME) THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM. IF I HAD NOT BEEN AS CALM AS I WAS AN ACCIDENT COULD HAVE VERILY EASILY OCCURRED. THERE HAS BEEN NO RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE/PART. WHY NOT? *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-05-13
- VIN: 2FAHP71W15X
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHT CONTROL MODULES ON FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE CARS. LIGHTS GO OUT WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT NIGHT. WE HAVE HAD APPROXIMATELY 15 OF THESE FAIL IN OUR AREA WHICH ONLY INVOLVES 4 POLICE AGENCIES. WE HAVE HAD 2 UNEXPLAINED FATALITIES IN FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTORS WHICH OCCURRED AT NIGHT WHILE RUNNING LIGHTS AND SIRENS. THE LIGHTS GO OUT AND AN ENGINEER IN CANADA TOLD ME TO PUSH ON THE BOX LOCATED ABOVE THE GAS PEDAL WITH MY FOOT. WHILE DOING THIS THE LIGHTS CAME BACK ON. TAKE FOOT OFF THEY GO OUT. FORD WILL NOT RECONIZE THIS AS A PROBLEM AND WILL NOT WARRANTY THIS EVEN THOUGH THE CAR ONLY HAD 30000 MILES ON IT AND 3YRS 2 MONTHS OLD. COST US $690.00 FOR REPAIRS
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-09
- VIN: 2FAHP71W05X
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD CVPI. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE WHEELS ON THE VEHICLE HAD BEGUN TO SHOW SIGNS OF RUST. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALERSHIP REGARDING NHTSA RECALL #07V079000 COMPONENT: WHEELS AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE RECALL DID NOT APPLY TO HIS VEHICLES VIN NUMBER. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALERSHIP AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 172000.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-05-01
- VIN: 2FAHP71W75X
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: LINGERING PROBLEM WITH 2005 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR WITH SUSPECTED CRACKED WHEELS. VEHICLE HAS ALL SYMPTOMOLOGY VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED FOR THE 2005 MY IN 08/2004. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 07V079000 . FORD REFUSES TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEM. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-05
- VIN: 2FAFP71W05X
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: LEFT FRONT BRAKE LINE RUPTURED RESULTING IN NO POWER BRAKING ASSIST. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-14
- VIN: 2FAFP71W95X
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WAKEMED POLICE DEPARTMENT OWN SEVERAL CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR VEHICLES. TWO OF THE VEHICLES, MY 2005, HAVE DEVELOPED WORN AREAS (AND SUBSEQUENT HOLES) ON THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSE LEADING TO THE BRAKE CALIPER. THESE DEFECTS WERE DISCOVERED AFTER THE VEHICLES LOST POWER BRAKE ASSIST IN HEAVY TRAFFIC DURING PATROL OPERATIONS. THE OTHER THREE BRAKE LINES ON EACH VEHICLE SHOW NO EVIDENCE OF ANY SUCH WEAR. WHILE IT DOES NOT APPEAR THAT THERE ARE ANY COMPONENTS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE BRAKE LINE, IT SEEMS AS IF THE LIKELY POINT OF CONTACT IS THE FRONT RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARM. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-06-10
- VIN: 2FAFP71W05X
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WAKEMED POLICE DEPARTMENT OWN SEVERAL CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR VEHICLES. TWO OF THE VEHICLES, MY 2005, HAVE DEVELOPED WORN AREAS (AND SUBSEQUENT HOLES) ON THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSE LEADING TO THE BRAKE CALIPER. THESE DEFECTS WERE DISCOVERED AFTER THE VEHICLES LOST POWER BRAKE ASSIST IN HEAVY TRAFFIC DURING PATROL OPERATIONS. THE OTHER THREE BRAKE LINES ON EACH VEHICLE SHOW NO EVIDENCE OF ANY SUCH WEAR. WHILE IT DOES NOT APPEAR THAT THERE ARE ANY COMPONENTS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE BRAKE LINE, IT SEEMS AS IF THE LIKELY POINT OF CONTACT IS THE FRONT RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARM. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-01
- VIN: 2FAHP71W95X
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OFF WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. TO GET THEM TO COME BACK ON I HAVE TO KICK THE LCM (LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE). IT IS A RECURRING PROBLEM THAT HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE DAILY, SOMETIMES MORE. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT HAPPENS TO SEVERAL OTHER POLICE CRUISERS IN THE COUNTY. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-01
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: ON 2 SEPARATE POLICE INTERCEPTOR VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP AND FILTER FAIL RESULTING IN HESITATION, STALLING AND LACK OF POWER. PUMP AND FILTER ASSEMBLY REPLACED AND ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM CLEANED. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-03-19
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY TURN OFF. FAILURE IS INSIDE THE MULTIFUNCTION TURN SIGNAL SWITCH. PROBLEM BEGAN WITH THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL FLASHING VERY FAST REPEATEDLY AND THE HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF. THE LIGHTS WILL SOMETIMES NOT TURN BACK ON. SECOND INCIDENT. SWITCH PREVIOUSLY REPLACED. *TR
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-09-15
- VIN: 2FAFP71W85X
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: 2005 FORD CVPI - OUR MUNICIPAL POLICE AGENCY OWNS A FLEET OF APPROXIMATELY 150 CVPI'S THAT HAVE RUSTING RIMS. THE PROBLEM BEGINS WITH THE FINISH SEEMINGLY DISAPPEARING WITH CLEAN METAL VISIBLE THAT EVENTUALLY RUSTS OVER. THE LOCAL DEALER REPORTS NO RECALLS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROBLEM. WAS CURIOUS TO KNOW IF THIS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE AND WHAT SAFETY ISSUE THIS MAY POSE IF THE RIMS CONTINUE TO RUST? *JB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-06-20
- VIN: 2FAFP71W55X
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR STALLING AND LACKING POWER. FAILURE DURING CRIMINAL PURSUIT. PLUGGED FUEL PUMP PICKUP SOCK/FILTER. THIRD PUMP ON THIS VEHICLE IN LESS THAN 2 WEEKS. MANUFACTURE WARRANTY, BUT OUT OF SERVICE FOR REPAIR. HAVE REPLACED, OR HAD REPLACED BY DEALER OVER 100 PUMPS ON 2003,2004, AND 2005 MODEL YEAR CROWN VIC'S. *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-11-17
- VIN: 2FAFP71W85X
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: ON A 2005 FORD CVPI, OPERATOR ACCELERATED. WHEN SHE HIT THE BRAKE TO SLOW, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. SHE RELEASED THE BRAKE, ENSURING THAT SHE HAD HER ENTIRE FOOT OFF AND AWAY FROM BOTH PEDALS, AND ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE AGAIN. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. ONLY AFTER STANDING ON THE BRAKE WITH TWO FEET, DID THE ACCELERATOR RELEASE. HAD THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE ANOTHER 100 YARDS, SHE WOULD HAVE LOST CONTROL ON A SHARP CURVE AND CRASHED. *NM
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-11-14
- VIN: 2FAHP71W15X
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: WELD FAILURE ON POLICE CAR STEEL WHEEL SIMILAR TO THAT EXPERIENCED WITH MY 2004 WHEELS. WELD FAILURE CAUSED AIR LEAK AND FLAT TIRE. *JB
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-02-25
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: I HAD RENTED A BRAND NEW 2005, FORD CROWN VICTORIA. AS I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 74 MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON I NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE HOOD WAS VIBRATING EXCESSIVELY. I PULLED OVER, PULLED THE HOOD LATCH RELEASE CABLE AND OPENED THE HOOD. THE HOOD LATCH RELEASE WAS READY TO FALL OFF. ONE BOLT WAS MISSING AND THE OTHER BOLD WAS READY TO FALL OUT. HAD THE BOLT FALLEN OUT, THE HOOD WOULD HAVE FLOWN OPEN. I HAND TIGHTENED THE REMAINING BOLT AND SHUT THE HOOD. BECAUSE THE LATCH WOULD MOVE WHEN I SHUT THE HOOD, I WAS ONLY ABLE TO LATCH IT ON THE SECONDARY LATCH. I SLOWLY DROVE BACK TO THE RENTAL AGENCY AND RETURNED THE CAR. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-31
- VIN: 2FAHP71WX5X
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE MERGING FROM A SECONDARY ROAD ONTO A STATE HIGHWAY, VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION AT SUCH A HIGH RATE OF SPEED THAT OPERATOR LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. ACCELERATION CONTINUED AND VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND DESPITE BRAKE BEING APPLIED. VEHICLE RAN OFF ROADWAY AND SUSTAINED FRONT END AND UNDERCARRIAGE DAMAGE. *NM
2005 Ford Cvpi recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2005 Ford Cvpi.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: ON CERTAIN POLICE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH STEEL WHEELS, SOME OF THE WHEELS MAY DEVELOP CRACKS IN THE RIM NEAR THE WELD LINE THAT CONNECTS THE RIM TO THE DISK.
- Consequence: THE CRACKS CAN ULTIMATELY RESULT IN RAPID AIR LOSS FROM THE TIRE AND COULD AFFECT VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FOUR ROAD WHEELS AND SPARE WHEEL BASED ON THE WHEEL PART NUMBER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2007. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-343-5338.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
- Summary: ON CERTAIN POLICE INTERCEPTORS (CVPI) AND COMMERCIAL HEAVY DUTY (TAXI) VEHICLES, AT EXTREMELY HIGH OPERATING TEMPERATURES, THE SOUND INSULATING PANEL, LOCATED UNDER THE VEHICLE POSITIONED BETWEEN THE EXHAUST SYSTEM AND THE UNDERBODY, COULD SAG AND POSSIBLY CONTACT THE SURFACE OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
- Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE INSULATOR MIGHT EXPERIENCE CHARRING OF THE OUTER LAYER, BURNING ODOR, OR SMOKE WHICH MAY ULTIMATELY RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING DASH INSULATOR AND INSTALL A REVISED DESIGN INSULATOR PAD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 3, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
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