2004 Ford Crown Victoria
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Visibility & Lighting
Visibility & Lighting leads by volume: 83 of 138 complaints (60%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Steering include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 249 in 2003 to 138 in 2004.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | vs. 2004 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,800–3,900 | 3,150–3,900 | 3,150–3,900 | 3,300–3,900 | 3,450–3,650 | |
| Combined MPG | 16–18 | 14–18 | 14–18 | 16–19 | 17–18 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14–15 / 20–23 | 12–16 / 17–23 | 12–15 / 17–23 | 14–16 / 20–23 | 14–15 / 21–23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 439–555 | 494–555 | 494–555 | 468–555 | 494–523 | |
| Complaints filed | 58 | 249 | 138 | 193 | 53 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 9 | 16 | 2 | 13 | 10 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 6 | 3 | 10 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2004 Ford Crown Victoria have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2004 Ford Crown Victoria?
Visibility & Lighting: 83 of 138 NHTSA complaints (60%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2004 Ford Crown Victoria get?
EPA rates it 14–18 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2004 Ford Crown Victoria?
EPA estimates $3,150–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 15 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $3,450 | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | CNG | Large Cars | 12 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $3,150 (low) | 502 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 (high) | 555 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 10 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 24 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 19 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 83 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · Campaign 15V861000 · Dec 22, 2015
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured October 3, 2001, to August 2, 2005. The affected vehicles have a lighting control module (LCM) that may fail, resulting in a loss of headlights.
Consequence: A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LCM, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S39.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · Campaign 06E056000 · Jun 23, 2006
Defect: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH · Campaign 05V206000 · May 9, 2005
Defect: ON CERTAIN POLICE INTERCEPTORS (CVPI) AND COMMERCIAL HEAVY DUTY (TAXI) VEHICLES, AT EXTREMELY HIGH OPERATING TEMPERATURES, THE SOUND INSULATING PANEL, LOCATED UNDER THE VEHICLE POSITIONED BETWEEN THE EXHAUST SYSTEM AND THE UNDERBODY, COULD SAG AND POSSIBLY CONTACT THE SURFACE OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE INSULATOR MIGHT EXPERIENCE CHARRING OF THE OUTER LAYER, BURNING ODOR, OR SMOKE WHICH MAY ULTIMATELY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING DASH INSULATOR AND INSTALL A REVISED DESIGN INSULATOR PAD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 3, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.