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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-FORD-CROWN-VICTORIA
2007 · ford

ford Crown Victoria problems

2 safety recalls. 49 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.8 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints

steering
25 reports · avg $700
severe
cruise control
4 reports · avg $600
severe
engine
4 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
airbags
3 reports · avg $1,100
critical
electrical
3 reports · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
3 reports · avg $2,500
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Crown Victoria · fuel system
THIS IS THE FOURTH EVENT OF INCREASING ENGINE RPM WHEN DEPRESSING BRAKE TO STOP AT A STOP SIGN. AS IN TWO OTHER EVENTS, NO TRAFFIC WAS APPROACHING SO I HAD IMMEDIATELY WENT FROM A STOP (NOTING INCREASING ENGINE RPM) TO REMOVING FOOT FROM BRAKE PEDAL TO GO TO GAS PEDAL TO…
12/29/2010 · NHTSA ODI #10373380.0
2007 Crown Victoria · steering
DURING DECELERATION OF THE FORD CVPI, THE VEHICLE'S POWER STEERING FAILS. IT MAKES THE POLICE UNIT VERY HARD TO CONTROL DURING ROUTINE POLICE VEHICLE OPERATIONS SUCH AS U-TURNS, SHARP TURNS, OR DURING ANY TYPE OF SITUATION WHERE THE VEHICLE'S SPEED IS QUICKLY SLOWED, AND A TURN…
12/24/2007 · NHTSA ODI #10212658.0
2007 Crown Victoria · steering
ON 3/5/14, OWNER BROUGHT THE VEHICLE, A 2007 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE, TO AN AUTHORIZED FORD DEALER WHO COMPLETED FACTORY RECALL 13S08 THAT CALLED FOR REPLACING STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY. ON 11/30/14, WHEN TURNING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE STEERING BECAME VERY STIFF REQUIRING…
12/01/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10661388.0
2007 Crown Victoria · engine
LEAKING INTAKE MANIFOLD AT THE COOLANT CROSSOVER (THERMOSTAT HOUSING). ALUMINUM CROSSOVER BECOMES SEPARATED FROM THE PLASTIC INTAKE MANIFOLD WHICH WILL CAUSE OVERHEATING AND SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE AT ALL SPEEDS. THE ENTIRE INTAKE MANIFOLD WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED IF THIS…
11/27/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10486259.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 07V183000 26/04/2007

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS (ABS) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO

THE BRAKES MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE LINE CONNECTIONS AND THE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT AND REPOSITION THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALLBEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
severe NHTSA 06V440000 15/11/2006

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO

IF THE WINDSHIELD IS NOT PROPERLY RETAINED TO THE VEHICLE, WIND NOISE, SQUEAK/RATTLES AND/OR WATER LEAKS MAY OCCUR. ALSO, LOSS OF WINDSHIELD RETENTION MAY REDUCE OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 22, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Common questions

Is the 2007 Ford Crown Victoria reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Ford Crown Victoria?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 25 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Ford Crown Victoria has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Ford Crown Victoria?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 49 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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