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US recalls (2)
Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly
ON CERTAIN NATURAL GAS VEHICLES, IF A FLAME FROM A VEHICLE INTERIOR FIRE BECOMES LOCALLY DIRECTED AT THE NATURAL GAS FUEL TANK LOCATED IMMEDIATELY BEHIND THE REAR SEAT, THE FLAME COULD DAMAGE THE FIBERGLASS WRAP ON THE TANK WEAKENING THE TANK.
Risk and remedy
Risk: IF THE STRENGTH OF THE TANK IS SIGNIFICANTLY COMPROMISED, IT COULD RUPTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN INSULATOR BEHIND THE CURRENT SEAT BACK. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly
ON CERTAIN NATURAL GAS MODEL VEHICLES, A T-FITTING THAT CONNECTS FUEL TANKS #3 AND #4 CAN DEVELOP A LEAK WHEN THE SOLENOID VALVES ARE ENERGIZED, SUCH AS WHEN THE IGNITION SWITCH IS IN THE ON POSITION OR DURING REFUELING.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A GAS LEAK OF SUFFICIENT QUANTITY CONCENTRATED IN AN AREA TO CREATE A COMBUSTIBLE MIXTURE AND IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED "T" FITTING ON #4 FUEL TANK AND TESTED FOR LEAKAGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 13, 2002. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Fuel system
2003-11-07 · campaign 2003-274 · 278 vehicles
On certain natural gas vehicles, in the rare circumstance that a flame from a vehicle interior fire becomes locally directed at the natural gas tank located immediately behind the rear seat, the locally directed flame could damage the fiberglass wrap on the tank thereby reducing the hoop strength of the tank. If the hoop strength is significantly compromised, the tank could rupture and potentially result in personal injury. Correction: Dealer will install an insulator behind the seat back.
Fuel system
2002-09-04 · campaign 2002-156 · 24 vehicles
On some natural gas powered vehicles, a "T" fitting that connects fuel tanks three and four may develop a leak when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The leak can easily be heard and will stop when the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. There is a potential for fire and serious injury if there is a leak in the presence of an ignition source while the key is in the ON position. Correction: The dealer will replace the "T" fitting.
Owner complaints (58)
Owners filed 58 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Ford Crown Victoria (9 crashes, 3 fires, 5 injuries reported). Among 32 model years of this model, it ranks #14 for the most complaints (median 53).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Electrical system | 9 | |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 7 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 7 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | |
| Steering | 5 | |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 5 | |
| Wheels | 4 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2002 Ford Crown Victoria.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2002 Ford Crown Victoria 4-DR. | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2002 Ford Crown Victoria version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Crown Victoria 4.6 L Automatic 4-spd | 15 | 23 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Crown Victoria CNG 4.6 L Automatic 4-spd | 14 | 20 | 16 | $2,900 |
| Crown Victoria Police 4.6 L Automatic 4-spd | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
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