Is the 2003 FORD Crown Victoria safe to drive?

The 2003 FORD Crown Victoria has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 03V472000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

What Happened

The fuel tank in your vehicle is the part that holds the natural gas. In certain models, the fuel tank is located behind the rear seat and has a fiberglass wrap that could be damaged by an interior fire.

Risk if Unfixed

If an interior fire occurs and the fiberglass wrap is damaged, the tank could weaken and rupture, leading to a serious fire.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your Ford dealer will install a protective insulator behind the rear seat, completely free of charge. You'll be notified, but you can also contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 to schedule the repair.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #03V472000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 03V472000

What This Recall Means

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?