2000 Ford Crown Victoria recalls and problems
The 2000 Ford Crown Victoria has 7 safety recalls and 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Ford Crown Victoria vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Ford Crown Victoria recalls
Recall 03V-472: Fuel System, Other
Problem: 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: If the strength of the tank is significantly compromised, it could rupture, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Recall 00V-200: Equipment
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles have jacking instructions which, if followed, could cause the vehicle operator to place the jack on a frame weld when attempting to raise a rear wheel. If the vehicle is jacked up with the jack placed on the frame weld and if the vehicle is free to roll (Wheels not blocked or chocked), the jack could yield and the vehicle may drop suddenly.
Risk: If this occurs and any portion of the operator's body is under the vehicle, the potential for personal injury exists.
Fix: Owners will be provided with a revised jack instruction and stowage card and jack warning label, as well as a supplement to the owner guide.
Recall 00V-157: Seat Belts
Problem: 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, h 9979, t 9063, and t 9217, built by trw vehicle safety systems, inc. (Trw) manufactured from june 1, 1998 through may 21, 2000. Some of these seat belt assemblies may have been installed as service replacement equipment on the vehicles involved in the recall.
Risk: In the event of a collision, these seat belts may not restrain an occupant increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Recall 00V-157: Seat Belts
Problem: 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 nos. H 9977, h 9979, t 9063, and t 9217, built by trw vehicle safety systems, inc. (Trw) manufactured from june 1, 1998 through may 21, 2000. Some of these seat belt assemblies may have been installed as service replacement equipment on the vehicles involved in the recall.
Risk: In the event of a collision, these seat belts may not restrain an occupant increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Recall 00V-138: Visibility
Problem: Vehicle description: a windshield wiper control module may not be capable of carrying the current required during high load conditions on the wipers (I.e., ice, snow, or other debris).
Risk: This condition could result in inoperative wipers with no advance warning.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiper control modules and replace if necessary.
Recall 00V-083: Seat Belts
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with the left rear seat belt retractor attaching bolts incorrectly tightened.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the vehicle occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the retractor mounting bolts to the specified torque.
Recall 00V-050: Air Bags
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with lower than the intended level of torque on the bolts that attach the air bag electronic crash sensor module to the vehicle.
Risk: A loose module could result in a delayed air bag deployment in the event of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the air bag electronic crash sensor attaching bolts.
2000 Ford Crown Victoria problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | |
| Suspension | 9 | |
| Tires | 8 | |
| Steering | 8 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | |
| Electrical System | 6 | |
| Visibility | 5 | |
| Structure | 4 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | |
| Power Train | 3 |
Most reported parts
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 9
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 5
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 5
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe — 4
- Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer — 3
- Suspension › Front — 2
- Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers — 2
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 94,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2000 Ford Crown Victoria complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Ford Crown Victoria years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria: 03V-472 (fuel system, other), 00V-200 (equipment), 00V-157 (seat belts), 00V-157 (seat belts), 00V-138 (visibility) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria?
Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (19 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (12). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 94,000 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.