2002 Ford Crown Victoria recalls and problems

The 2002 Ford Crown Victoria has 2 safety recalls and 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

9 / 3

Injuries / deaths

5 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Ford Crown Victoria vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Ford Crown Victoria recalls

Recall 03V-472: Fuel System, Other

Reported Nov 6, 2003 · 4,218 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

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 02V-249: Fuel System, Other

Reported Sep 6, 2002 · 574 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: On certain natural gas model vehicles, a t-fitting that connects fuel tanks #3 and #4 can develop a leak when the solenoid valves are energized, such as when the ignition switch is in the on position or during refueling.

Risk: A gas leak of sufficient quantity concentrated in an area to create a combustible mixture and in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install a redesigned "t" fitting on #4 fuel tank and tested for leakage. Owner notification began september 13, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

2002 Ford Crown Victoria problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	9
Fuel System, Gasoline	8
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	7
Engine and Engine Cooling	7
Vehicle Speed Control	6
Steering	5
Wheels	5
Visibility	3
Suspension	3
Air Bags	3
Exterior Lighting	3
Structure	2

Most reported parts

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 6
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components — 2
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint — 2
Wheels › Rim — 2
Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 2
Air Bags › Frontal — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 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 2002 Ford Crown Victoria complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Jan 24, 2022

Driving down the roadway at 55 mph a spark plug in cylinder 2 blow out. The car started making a popping noise and started to lose power. After a while the car shut off. The car was able to restart and be driven home. Upon inspection by a mechanic they found the spark plug had came dislodged and shot out of the cylinder and caused damage to the cylinder head the ignition coil and fuel rail. A new Heli coil was installed. A year later while in Texas driving down the road around 35 mph car made a pop noise and shot a spark plug out of cylinder 5 cause the car to lose power and start smoking with…

Exterior Lighting · at 38,000 miles · reported Aug 30, 2016

The contact owns a 2002 ford crown victoria. While driving approximately 45 MPH and attempting to make a turn, the turn signals and headlights failed to work, except when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact also noticed that the tail lights did not work and the dashboard was blacked out. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who was unable to schedule the vehicle for a diagnostic evaluation. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 38,000. Updated 10/06/16 ** updated 10/19/16

Exterior Lighting · at 197,000 miles · reported Aug 3, 2016

The contact owns a 2002 ford crown victoria. The contact stated that the headlamps did not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the lighting control module was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 15v861000 (Exterior lighting); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 197,000.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 81,218 miles · reported Jan 6, 2016

The contact owns a 2002 ford crown victoria. While driving 35 MPH and proceeding to stop at a red light, the engine stalled and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart after numerous attempts. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the manifold was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,218.

Electrical System · at 132,421 miles · reported Dec 30, 2014

I had driven up a steep mountain dirt road to serve some legal papers, after reaching the top, I continued down the other side to the address I was looking for. I thought I started smelling something burning, it smelled electrical. When I arrived at the address, I stopped the car and shut it off while I was speaking with the resident. My wife yelled at me that the car was on fire, it started filling up with smoke fast, my wife and dogs were still in the car. I opened the drivers door to pop the hood while my wife started getting the dogs out, I then noticed it was my floor that was burning…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Ford Crown Victoria have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Ford Crown Victoria: 03V-472 (fuel system, other), 02V-249 (fuel system, other). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Ford Crown Victoria?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (9 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 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.