Investigation RQ03004: 1995–1997 Ford Crown Victoria

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Mar 11, 2003

Closed

Jul 25, 2003

Model years

1995–1997

Subject

Rear brake line failure

Component: Service brakes, hydraulic › Fluid

Summary

Odi has received 40 complaints alleging rear brake line failure in the subject vehicles, including 8 that have been received this year.an additional 192 reports and 478 warranty claims have been received from ford.a leak in the rear brake line can cause extended stopping distance.a search of odi's complaint database for peer vehicle complaints, using the same brake line failure criteria as for the subject vehicles and the same model years (1995-97), identified only 1 complaint involving general motors caprice/implala/88/98/regal vehicles and only 2 complaints involving chrysler lh-cars.the investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis to further evaluate the frequency, scope, and causal factors related to rear brake line failures in the subject vehicle population.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1997 Ford Crown Victoria288 complaints
• 1996 Ford Crown Victoria276 complaints
• 1995 Ford Crown Victoria250 complaints