2001 FORD CROWN VICTORIA PROBLEMS

Complaints and Common Faults

• 1. Acceleration issues:

  • Vehicle revving and surging while starting and driving
    
  • Car accelerated on its own, causing accidents
    

• 2. Suspension and steering problems:

  • Defective lower ball joints causing maintenance issues
    
  • Steering wheel creaking, shaking, and wandering
    
  • Vehicle experiencing vibrations and noise in the rear end
    
  • Steering wheel drifting back and forth
    
  • Steering wheel shaking at high speeds
    

• 3. Airbag and safety concerns:

  • Airbag deployment failures in accidents
    
  • Seat belt anchor issues causing operational problems
    
  • Brake booster failure causing noise
    
  • Fuel tank shield concerns for safety
    
  • Acceleration causing accidents and safety risks
    
  • ABS brake failure leading to skidding in rain
    

• 4. Electrical issues:

  • Leaks through windshield wipers into electrical system
    
  • Electrical system failures and unwanted activity
    
  • Rapid flashing of turn signals with high-speed clicking
    
  • Headlights intermittently turning on and off
    

• 5. Engine and maintenance problems:

  • Spark plug blowouts causing loss of power
    
  • Intake manifold cracking and leaking coolant
    
  • Drivebelt issues causing loss of steering and engine overheating
    
  • Glow plug failures, leading to oil leaks
    
  • Engine stalling and shutting down while driving
    

• 6. Tire issues:

  • Tire tread separation and blowouts
    
  • Cracked sidewalls on tires causing visibility and safety concerns
    

• 7. Miscellaneous concerns:

  • ABS lock issues causing accidents
    
  • Horn inconvenience
    
  • Excessive play in the steering wheel
    
  • Window switch malfunction causing headlight issues
    
  • Gas tank gasket leaks leading to fuel spillage
    

• 8. Manufacturer warranty and recall problems:

  • Issues with manufacturer failing to assist with recalls and repairs
    
  • Lack of tire pressure information in manuals
    
  • Delayed recall repairs for speed control
    

• 9. Battery drain issues:

  • Vehicle shutting down while driving, causing safety concerns
    
  • Battery draining when not driven for a few days