Fw; 1996 mercury grand marquis fuel tank problem. *bf the consumer wanted to know about the possiblility of the fuel tank rupturing following a high energy rear end collision resulting in severe fires. The consumer wanted to know if police and civilian versions of the crown victoria share the same fuel system and rear suspension geometry. Consumer would like some help trying to decide how safe her 1996 grand marquis.
The worst 1996 Ford Grand Marquis problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine5
- Fuel system3
- Airbags2
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Engine5
- Fuel system3
- Airbags2
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Rear brake line failure
In a letter dated february 25, 2005, ford motor company (ford) notified odi that it would be conducting a customer satisfaction program (ford no. 04b26) to correct a rear brake line chafing concern in approximately 44,000 model year (my) 1997 ford crown victoria and grand marquis non-fleet vehicles equipped with electronic traction control that werebuilt after march 19, 1997.these vehicles have an additional rear brake line and a mastic patch causing reduced clearance from a stiffening rib in the floor pan.odi?s analysis showed higher complaint and warranty rates related to rear brake line failures in this population than in other subject vehicles and peer mid-sized passenger cars that were evaluated during the investigation.vehicles involved in ford?s program will have the rear brake lines inspected for contact with the floor pan stiffing rib.if there is contact, but no abrasion or leakage, the brake lines will be repositioned.if there is abrasion or a leak is evident the brake line will be repaired.if necessary, both of the rear brake lines will be replaced. Though ford does not admit to a safety-defect in the subject components, odi believes that the facts in this investigation show otherwise because the insufficient clearance in the routing of those brake lines may result in leaks in those lines that may result in increased stopping distances.odi is designating the campaign a safety recall (the federal safety agency recall no. 05v‑086).because of the low rates of brake line failures in the remaining subject vehicles, a safety-related defect has not been identified in those populations and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that no safety-related defect exists in those vehicles.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.for additional information, see the attached closing report.
EA03012
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Some vehicles equipped with pats (securilock) except certain models now have availability of fleet keys...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern
- Information regarding TSB 98-5A-12 (transaxle/transmission/transfer case-vehicles towed behind...
- Locks failed
What 1996 Ford Grand Marquis owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Engine light illuminated on the dashboard. Vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, and mechanic determined that intake manifold cracked and spilled coolant inside the engine. Dealer notified.
While driving the engine light illuminated and the driver began to smell smoke. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealer where they replaced the plastic intake manifold. The consumer found a service program which was issued for the defect and believes the vehicle should have been repaired free under the program. *ak
Consumer states that vehicle has an extreme leakage of water from the front passenger side, and may cause electrical problems. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information. Ts
While driving, vehicle started smoking under the hood because of plastic manifold intake cracked. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information. Ts
The plastic intake manifold cover that was mounted on top of the engine had developed a crack, and caused coolant to leak out. Dealership was aware of the problem. Mr jg *jb jg
Consumer stated while vehicle was parked, water began leaking from the engine compartment, consumer took vehicle to dealer, and was informed that the plastic intake manifold had cracked.*ak
While traveling noticed smoke coming from under hood consumer pulled velicle over and noticed coolent and water sprying over engine . Vehicle was towed to dealer. Intake manifold was cracked. Please provide further information.
Air bags deployed, gas from air bags burned consumers face. Nlm
During collision violent deployment of the air bags resulted in fire to consumer's shirt, however no injury. Mjs
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Questions about the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis
Is the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis reliable?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis, 1.7 times a typical Grand Marquis model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis?
Engine and cooling, with 5 complaints. Next is fuel system (3).
How many recalls does the 1996 Ford Grand Marquis have?
No recalls on record.
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