*brake light switch replaced every few thousand miles, resulting gear shift to be stuck in park. *cruise control disabled.
1993 Ford Crown Victoria electrical problems
22 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 22
- of this car's complaints
- 12%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Ignition4
- Wiring: front underhood3
- Wiring: interior/under dash2
- Wiring2
- Starter assembly2
- Ignition: switch2
- Horn2
- Alternator/generator/regulator1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Ford Crown Victoria electrical problems in other years
Related recalls
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The speed control deactivation switch can develop a resistive short in the electrical circuit that could potentially result in an underhood fire. A fire is possible both when the vehicle is running and when the vehicle engine is off. Also, the short could disable the speed control system or cause the brake light fuse to open.
- Risk
- A fire can originate in the left front underhood area.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new speed control deactivation switch and connector shell. Owner notification began may 20, 1999.
Recall number 99V124000 · Recall details
Related investigations
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Grounding strap routing
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What 1993 Ford Crown Victoria owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford crown victoria. The contact received a recall notice in september of 2007 for the vehicle speed cruise control switch. A week prior to receiving the notice, he noticed a burning smell and the gears would stick when the vehicle was placed in park. The dealer stated that the wiring harness melted due to the switch. Approximately two weeks later, the failure recurred while driving. In order to park the vehicle safely, the contact had to leave the vehicle in neutral and apply the emergency brake. However, the burning smell remained. He has not yet taken the vehicle back to the dealer or notified the manufacturer. The speed and recall number were unknown. The failure mileage was 93,000 and current mileage was 95,000. Updated 01/11/08. *lj the consumer stated the problem is the wiring on the brake light switch. Which also interlocks the transmission from being moved out of park unless the brake is depressed. Updated
Tl*- the contact called regarding a fire to her vehicle, which started under the hood of her vehicle, at the time of the incident vehicle was parked. The contact called the fire department and they put out the fire. At the time of the incident contact wasn't aware of the federal safety agency campaign number 99v124000. The contact is not sure where the fire started but, was informed by the fire dept. That it was an electrical problem. Contact vehicle was totaled by the insurance company and wanted to know if there was anyway she could get reimbursed. The contact can also provide a fire department report and pictures if needed.
Dt*: the contact stated brake fluid leaked out of the rear brake line causing the brakes to become inoperative. When the brake pedal was depressed, the pedal went all the way to the floor. There is an the federal safety agency recall, # 96i002000, regarding the service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. The VIN was not included in the recall. Updated 7/14/2006 - the horn pad became stuck. The dealerthe left side horn button. *nm updated 03/26/07.
While driving down the road I noticed the speedometer falling to "0" and back up to 70 MPH and the odometer stopped working. I called the local ford dealership to inquire aboout a defect and they told me I would have to pay for it to be fixed. I checked other mechanics who told me it was very common for this to happen. If it is so common then why has there not been a recall on their defective equipment.
Vehicle would start intermittently,and sparks would be seen when switching on. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.
Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. Dealer replaced brake calipers and front disc rotors 3 times. Also, wiring harness in the steering column burned out(ignition), causing a fire. In addition, bolt that holds driver's seat to the floor came out which could cause the driver's seat to move unexpectedly. Please provide further information.
Bolts pull out of the front passenger seat. Mjs
Pin whitin the steering column broke. When putting the key into ignition, the ignition kept going around, and the consumer was able to take the key out of the ignition. But, engine kept running.
Wires in the steering column caught fire. Nlm
Questions about the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria electrical
Does the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the electrical of the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria, 12% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1993 Ford Crown Victoria electrical problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 99V124000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford Crown Victoria have the most electrical problems?
The Ford Crown Victoria model years with the most electrical complaints are 1992 (52 complaints), 2004 (23 complaints) and 1993 (22 complaints).
Other 1993 Ford Crown Victoria problems
Transmission 43Acceleration 32Brakes 25Seats 14Steering 14Engine 12Suspension 11Fuel system 9Visibility 9Lights 6Airbags 5Locks 5Body 4Tires 2Seat belts 1
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