1997 ford crown victoria cruise control problem *cw the consumer received a recall notice in the mail regarding the speed control deactivation switch. He went to the dealer to have the replacement part installed which only took a few minutes. While driving, the consumer decided to test the cruise control and soon discovered the cruise control did not work. The cruise on light never came on. After the part was installed, the mechanic did not take the vehicle for a test drive. The consumer immediately turned around and drove back to the dealer. The consumer was informed he would have to pay $87.00 for the diagnostic because the trouble shooting/diagnostic was not authorized/covered by the recall. The consumer stated the cruise control was working perfectly before the replacement part was installed.
1997 Ford Crown Victoria acceleration problems
23 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 98,000. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 23
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- typical mileage
- 98,000
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Cruise control5
- Linkages1
- Accelerator pedal1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Ford Crown Victoria acceleration problems in other years
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control: cruise control
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 lincoln town car vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on february 18, 2008. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.
Recall number 08V051000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control
- What is 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.
- Risk
- This could result in an underhood fire.
- Remedy
- 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 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. The recall began on august 13, 2007, and mailing completed by september 19, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1‑888‑222‑2751.
Recall number 07V336000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Fuel-fed fires
The fars data shows that the risk of fire from impact in all directions in the subject vehicles is the same as all other sedans.the subject vehicles are not over represented with respect to the risk of fire in real-world high-energy crashes.a further discussion of issues related to post crash fires in the subject vehicles is set out in the closing report for sq 01-014 and that report is in the docket for this petition.after reviewing the petition and its supporting materials, as well as information furnished by ford and gm, and information within the agency's possession from previous investigations and other related actions,the federal safety agency has concluded that futher investigation concerning post-crash fires in the subject vehicles is not likely to lead to a decision that the vehicles contain a safety defect.
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What 1997 Ford Crown Victoria owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford crown victoria. The dealer stated that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v051000 (vehicle speed control:cruise control). The speed control switch was deactivated at the cost of $100. She called the manufacturer because the dealer charged her for the repair and was advised to file a complaint with the federal safety agency. One year later, the contact received another recall notice advising her to return to the dealer to finish the repair. She has not had the repair completed. The contact has a copy of the invoice. The failure and current mileages were unknown.
Unacceptable outcome of 1997 crown victoria ford speed control deactivation program. Consumer states that his speed control was working before being deactivated. *nj the consumer decided to test the cruise control and discovered the cruise on light did not come on. *jb updated 10/17/08.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford crown victoria. The vehicle caught fire while parked and was destroyed. A police report was filed. The fire is related to the recall for the vehicle speed control. The contact received the recall notice after the fire occurred. The vehicle had an intercepting motor and was towed. The VIN was not legible due to the fire. The engine size and recall number were unavailable. The failure and current mileages were 120,000.
1997 ford crown victoria with speed control recall. Consumer states that the dealer did not have the part. Dealer told her they were going to order it. She states as of march 14th dealer still does not have the part.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford crown victoria. The contact's vehicle caught fire. A local mechanic repaired the heater core and manifold, but now there is an oil leak. The contact received a recall notice stating that the speed control could cause a fire. The dealer stated that because the repairs were made by an unauthorized mechanic, the contact would not be reimbursed for the repairs. The failure mileage was 128,705 and current mileage was 98,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford crown victoria. The contact received a ford recall notice in august of 2007 for the vehicle speed control: cruise control. She immediately scheduled an appointment to have the vehicle repaired. The dealer disconnected the cruise control and advised her that the parts would not be available until december of 2007. She called the dealer back in december and they stated that the parts would be available in may of 2008. The contact has not notified the manufacturer. There had been no failure to date. The powertrain and recall number were unknown. The current mileage was 99,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford crown victoria. The contact received a ford recall for the vehicle speed control: cruise control in august of 2007. The recall repair has not been performed, but the cruise control was disconnected. There had been no failure to date. The recall number was unknown. The current mileage was 49,500. Updated 03-25-08 *bf updated 03/25/08
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford crown victoria. The contact had the dealer remove the speed control on the vehicle. He was informed that it would be replaced by mid december of 2007. As of february 20, 2008, the speed control has yet to be replaced. The contact is currently being informed that the part may be available in approximately may or june of 2008. There had been no failure to date. The current mileage was 44,000. Updated 03/11/08
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford crown victoria. The contact received a ford recall notice for the vehicle speed control: cruise control in september of 2007. He immediately scheduled an appointment to have the vehicle repaired and a ford representative informed him that the parts would be unavailable until october. The cruise control was disconnected on september 24, 2007. The contact called back in december and was informed that the parts would be available in january of 2008. The dealer never called him back to inform him that the parts would be available. There had been no failure to date. The powertrain and recall number were unknown. The current mileage was 120,000. Updated 02-21-08
Questions about the 1997 Ford Crown Victoria acceleration
Does the 1997 Ford Crown Victoria have acceleration problems?
Owners have filed 23 complaints about the acceleration of the 1997 Ford Crown Victoria, 8% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Ford Crown Victoria acceleration problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 98,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Ford Crown Victoria acceleration?
Yes, 2 recalls: 08V051000, 07V336000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford Crown Victoria have the most acceleration problems?
The Ford Crown Victoria model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1992 (39 complaints), 1993 (32 complaints) and 1994 (28 complaints).
Other 1997 Ford Crown Victoria problems
Engine 85Brakes 57Suspension 45Fuel system 29Electrical 14Steering 11Visibility 11Lights 10Body 8Transmission 7Locks 3Seats 3Tires 3Airbags 2Seat belts 2Wheels 2
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