Crown Victoria
Ford Crown Victoria: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
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Ford Crown Victoria – Second generation (EN114)1998–2012
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years | 1998–2012 |
| Engines | 4.6 L 2v SOHC Modular V8 |
| Transmissions | 4-speed 4R70W/E automatic 4-speed 4R75W/E automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,913 mm 3,066 mm (LWB) |
| Length | 5,385 mm 5,563 mm (LWB) |
| Width | 1,963 mm |
| Height | 1,443 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,840 kg |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2011 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2000–2007 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2004 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl CNG | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Natural gas (CNG) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2011 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 12.4–14.7 L/100 km | 14.7–16.8 L/100 km | 9.8–12.4 L/100 km |
| 2000–2004 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl CNG · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 14.7–16.8 L/100 km | 16.8–19.6 L/100 km | 11.2–13.8 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Large car |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2011 |
| Powertrains | Flex-fuel, Petrol, Natural gas (CNG) |
| Engine displacement | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel), Petrol (regular), Natural gas (CNG) |
| Configurations listed | 26 |
| Luggage volume (EPA) | 396–595 L |
| Passenger volume (EPA) | 3,030–3,143 L |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2011 |
| New registrations (EU) | 2000–2013, 2020 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Lights | 304 | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Steering | 203 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Electrical system | 137 | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Engine and cooling | 111 | 2000, 2001, 2003 |
| Suspension | 92 | 2000, 2002, 2003 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 89 | 2002, 2003, 2005 |
| Speed control and cruise | 86 | 2000, 2003, 2005 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 72 | 2000, 2003, 2009 |
| Wheels | 64 | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Brakes | 57 | 2000, 2002, 2003 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2011: 1186 complaints, 99 with a crash and 40 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.