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2005 FORD Crown Victoria

6 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #14V704000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT

Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a faulty upper intermediate steering shaft that was not properly fixed in a previous recall, which could lead to a loss of steering control.
Risk if Unfixed
If the shaft separates, you may lose control of your vehicle, which could cause an accident.
Free Fix
Ford will inspect and replace the shaft for free if necessary, and you should contact them at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermediate shaft was serviced during the course of safety recall 13V-385. The prior repairs may not have been correctly performed.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Improper servicing of the upper intermediate shaft could cause the shaft to separate, which can then result in a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper immediate shaft if necessary free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S25.
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Critical #13V385000 Plain English
Component

STEERING

Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your vehicle's steering system has a faulty part that can corrode and fail, causing steering problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If this part fails, your vehicle may lose its steering, making it harder to control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will fix the problem for free by replacing the faulty part, inspecting and repairing any other related damage, and installing a retainer clip if needed. Just take your vehicle to the dealership.
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Original — What Happened
Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Severe corrosion can seize the lower intermediate shaft which may cause the upper intermediate shaft to collapse and the steering column lower bearing to separate.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced as necessary. If the steering column lower bearing has separated, a retainer clip will be installed. The recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S08.
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Critical #06E056000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Manufacturer
UFI FILTERS USA
What Happened
The fuel filter in your vehicle is a part that helps keep your engine clean. There's a specific brand of aftermarket filters, called Purolator, that didn't get designed correctly, so the connections can be loose even if they look secure.
Risk if Unfixed
If this connection fails, fuel can spill out and, if there's a spark, it could cause a fire. This could happen while you're driving or when you're parked, either way, it's a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty filter with a new one, at no cost to you. They'll also notify you when the replacement is ready, and you can schedule the repair as soon as you get the notice.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
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Moderate #15V861000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The lighting control module in your Crown Victoria or Grand Marquis is a computer that helps control your headlights. In some 2003-2005 models, this module could fail and turn off your headlights.
Risk if Unfixed
If your headlights go out while driving in the dark, you'll have reduced visibility, making it harder to see the road and other cars. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will swap out the faulty lighting control module for a new one at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured October 3, 2001, to August 2, 2005. The affected vehicles have a lighting control module (LCM) that may fail, resulting in a loss of headlights.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LCM, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S39.
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Moderate #05V518000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
There's a problem with the battery cable in your vehicle, which could cause a fire
Risk if Unfixed
If not fixed, the battery cable could overheat and catch fire, posing a serious safety risk
Free Fix
A Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer will inspect and fix the cable for free, either by repositioning the fuse link or replacing it if it's damaged
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BATTERY CABLE INCLUDES A FUSIBLE LINK THAT MAY CONTACT AND SUBSEQUENTLY CHAFE ON A #2 CROSS MEMBER ATTACHING BOLT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN HEAT DAMAGE AND COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUSIBLE LINK AND POSITION IT AWAY FROM THE CROSS MEMBER BOLT. IF THE FUSIBLE LINK HAS ALREADY CHAFED AND COPPER WIRES HAVE BEEN EXPOSED, THE FUSIBLE LINK WILL BE REPLACED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673, OR LINCOLN/MERCURY AT 1-800-521-4140.
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Moderate #05V206000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The sound insulating panel under your dashboard is designed to keep heat and noise out of your vehicle. In certain police and commercial heavy-duty Ford models, this panel could sag and touch the hot exhaust system, causing a serious problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, the panel could catch on fire, producing a burning smell and smoke. This could lead to a fire, posing a significant risk to your safety.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the existing insulating panel with a new, heat-resistant design, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THIS OCCURS, THE INSULATOR MIGHT EXPERIENCE CHARRING OF THE OUTER LAYER, BURNING ODOR, OR SMOKE WHICH MAY ULTIMATELY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — 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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Browse by Component

STEERING
2 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other FORD Crown Victoria Years

2011
2 recalls
2010
2 recalls
2009
2 recalls
2008
3 recalls
2007
4 recalls
2006
3 recalls
2004
3 recalls
2003
7 recalls
2002
5 recalls
2001
7 recalls
2000
10 recalls

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