2004 Ford Crown Victoria Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 6%of 138 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 83,336miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2004 Ford Crown Victoria, 6% of the 138 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 83,336 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The problem began as a small hissing sound, much like that of a exhaust manifold leak. I was on my way of taking the car to a mechanic to ensure that was the problem when a loud <bang> occurred. Parts of the sparkplug boot were found in the engine compartment at the repair shop.”
NHTSA complaint #10218563, filed 2008-02, 83,336 miles“Driving s on m-10 from I-94 to I-75 entrance ramp. I entered the ramp at 25- 30 MPH when the steering locked up, I could not turn the wheel. Before I knew it I hit the curb and then rolled over approx. 3 times down an embankment and finally hitting a concrete barrier which stopped the car. After the accident, the heat shield from the drivers side exhaust manifold was found under the car, you could see it rusted off and you could see the marks on it where it jammed the steering shaft and the engine block (still have the part). …”
NHTSA complaint #10578715, filed 2014-04, 87,106 miles“While driving I suddenly found it very hard to turn the steering to the right. Using considerable force I was able to make the turn - but only just. Investigation by myself later showed that the heat shield from the driver's side exhaust manifold had fallen off due to corrosion around the two 10mm bolts that hold it on. It had then fallen onto the steering shaft and must have wedged against something when I was trying to turn. It was still on top of the steering shaft when I opened the hood after driving a mile home (very carefully). …”
NHTSA complaint #10317493, filed 2010-03, 62,002 miles“Routinely when driving my 2004 Ford crown victory (used as a hackney carriage) automobile exhibits violent, potentially deadly behavior. The loses its operational ability and driving conditions. The latest near-accident situation unfolded as follows: while driving on the highway at a speed of 50 MPH the automobile jumped (swerved) from the left lane to the right lane without me having moved the steering wheel. When I retained control of the vehicle and attempted to slow down, the car did not respond, but proceeded to jerk forward at a decreasing speed and vibrate feverishly. …”
NHTSA complaint #10149398, filed 2006-02, 20,000 miles“The vehicle was parked and turned off. Fifteen minutes later the consumer was informed that the vehicle was on fire. The fire department responded and put the fire out. The vehicle was totaled. Consumer stated the fire started in the engine compartment. The manufacturer was going to send an engineer to investigate the fire. Witnesses said that while the vehicle was burning they could hear the engine trying to start.”
NHTSA complaint #10117062, filed 2005-04, 29,944 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10022298Jul 25, 2007Reduction in power at wide open throttle.
- 10018745Nov 14, 2005Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running.
- 10012940Feb 7, 2005Idle vibration vehicles equipped with single exhaust.
- 10011162Aug 23, 2004Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. To include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 1 | 2% |
| 2007 | 2 | 4% |
| 2006 | 1 | 2% |
| 2005 | 3 | 2% |
| 2004 | 8 | 6% |
| 2003 | 7 | 3% |
| 2002 | 7 | 12% |
| 2001 | 8 | 15% |
| 2000 | 19 | 22% |
| 1999 | 23 | 17% |
| 1998 | 29 | 24% |
| 1997 | 84 | 29% |
| 1996 | 81 | 29% |
| 1995 | 12 | 5% |
| 1994 | 19 | 10% |
| 1993 | 11 | 6% |
| 1992 | 48 | 15% |
| 1991 | 7 | 13% |
| 1990 | 4 | 9% |
| 1989 | 9 | 13% |
| 1988 | 5 | 12% |
| 1987 | 4 | 10% |
| 1986 | 3 | 11% |
| 1985 | 2 | 10% |
| 1983 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
81 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsSteering
19 complaintsWheels
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsEngine
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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