2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA PROBLEMS

2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA PROBLEMS

2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA PROBLEMS

Malfunction Modules

Complaints and Common Faults

  • 1. Fuel pump failures

    • 2004 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor experienced erratic fuel pump operation, fuel pump failures resulting in loss of power, and vehicle stopping in roadway
    • Several incidents of fuel pump failure causing vehicle to stop running
    • Erratic fuel pump operation and subsequent failure leading to loss of power and vehicle stopping in roadway, potential for accidents due to sudden steering effort required and deceleration without brake light activation

  • 2. Steering column issues

    • Catastrophic failure of the steering column on a 2004 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor
    • Steering column retaining ring failure causing binding of lower and middle universal joints, leading to steering shaft separation
    • Issues with the lower steering column bearing causing displacement and noise in the steering column
    • Failure of the lower and upper bearings causing power steering failure

  • 3. Miscellaneous issues

    • Blend door actuator failure affecting air conditioning and defrosting capabilities
    • Transmission failure resulting in the vehicle not moving in drive
    • Other issues such as intake manifold susceptibility to warping, leaking fuel, and global recall related to steering column design

  • 4. Horn and airbag issues

    • Horn failure and airbag warning indicator illumination
    • Airbag failing to deploy in a collision
    • Toxic flakes escaping from the vents, issue reported in a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor

  • 5. Vehicle fires

    • Vehicle caught fire in a parking lot while unattended
    • Flashing lights seen from under the hood before the vehicle caught on fire

  • 6. Forward clutch cylinder failure

    • 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor experienced right rear axle bearing seal and transmission failures.

  • 7. Power steering malfunctions

    • Power steering malfunction causing steering wheel difficulty to turn

  • 8. Incomplete recall repairs

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