2002 Ford Crown Victoria Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2002 Ford Crown Victoria. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 03V472000Nov 6, 20034,218 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, other › Storage › Tank assembly
  Covers: Ford Crown Victoria 1996–2003

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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• 02V249000Sep 6, 2002574 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, other › Storage › Tank assembly
  Covers: Ford Crown Victoria 2002

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA03001Cng tank explosionClosed · Jan 27, 2003
• PE02071Cng tank exploding in a fireClosed · Oct 1, 2002

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