1994 Ford Crown Victoria: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1994 Ford Crown Victoria: 6 recalls, 192 owner complaints and up to 17 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #94V152000 · 1994 · 214,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The nuts and bolts that attach the rear brake adaptor to the axle housing flange can loosen and eventually separate. If one or more of the nuts come off the bolts, damage to the parking brake assembly or to the antilock brake system (ABS) sensor and sensor ring (if so equipped) will occur. If all four nuts on one end of the axle come off the bolts, damage to the brake hydraulic line or the parking brake cable can…
Why it matters: Occurrence of any of these conditions can result in a loss of braking capability and possible accident.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if needed, install new bolts. If any of the fasteners are disconnected, the parking brake and ABS components will be inspected and serviced.
Suspension Vehicle recall #95V194000 · 1995 · 57,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The bolts that attach the front upper control arms to the frame mounting brackets can loosen and fracture at one of the bolt holes causing substantial negative camber and steering pull to the affected side.
Why it matters: If the driver's side bracket fractured at both bolt holes, the steering control arm can contact the steering column shaft and result in a loss of steering control increasing the potential for an accident.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the torque levels of the four upper control arm mounting bolts, and if any are loose, the brackets will be inspected for damage. If damage is present, it will be repaired.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #97V024000 · 1997 · 125,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The hood latch striker can wear or become detached from the hood.
Why it matters: Either of these conditions can result in the hood opening without warning while the vehicle is being operated impairing the driver's visibility.
The fix: Dealers will install an improved hood latch striker (vehicles with 1992 model hoods) or revised striker plate attaching fasteners (vehicles with 1993-1997 model hoods).
Suspension Vehicle recall #98V322000 · 1998 · 175,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The one-piece bearing within the lower control arm ball joint can weaken slowly during use and eventually crack. This could result in separation of the ball and cap of the joint, allowing the control arm to drop to the ground.
Why it matters: If this occurs while the vehicle is moving, reduced steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the lower control arm ball joints (2).
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #07V336000 · 2007 · 3,600,000 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch May, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Why it matters: This could result in an underhood fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. Owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. As soon as repair parts are available (expected October…
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #08V051000 · 2008 · 225,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity.
Why it matters: As a result, the fuse is located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and May not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground.
The fix: Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on February 18, 2008.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Fuel system Recall #02I003000 · 2002 · 350,000 vehicles
What's wrong: In order to enhance police office safety, model year 1992-2003 crown victoria police interceptor (cvpi) vehicles will be equipped with shields designed to help protect the fuel tank in high-speed rear-impact crashes. Ford also will be offering an optional trunk package designed to improve the safe transport of sharp-edged, heavy equipment in these vehicles.
Why it matters: Some high-speed rear-impact crashes have resulted in fuel tank punctures and fires in cvpi vehicles.
The fix: Ford has advised us that shield kits have been available since late October and will be installed on police interceptor vehicles at no cost. The optional trank package will be available by the end of 2002. Ford has established a new web site at www.cvpi.com to answer additional questions about the…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 14 mention a fire, 33 injuries and 2 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Speed control / throttle (28): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (3), stalls / loses power (2).
- Suspension (26): the most common themes are noise or vibration (7), steering problems (4).
- Transmission & drivetrain (22): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (5), noise or vibration (4).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (20): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (8), noise or vibration (3).
The 1994 Ford Crown Victoria has 192 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 22 Crown Victoria model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 130). Complaints peaked in 1996 (27 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 111,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1993 (182 complaints, 7 recalls), 1995 (250 complaints, 8 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1994 Ford Crown Victoria have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 1994 Ford Crown Victoria, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1994 Ford Crown Victoria problems?
Owners have filed 192 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are speed control / throttle (28), suspension (26), transmission & drivetrain (22).
What gas mileage does the 1994 Ford Crown Victoria get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (4.6 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1994 Ford Crown Victoria repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.