Is the Ford Crown Victoria Reliable?
1998–2012 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Ford Crown Victoria Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2011 | 1 | 20 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2010 | 1 | 9 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2009 | 1 | 30 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2008 | 2 | 40 | 5 | 3 | 57 | Fair |
| 2007 | 2 | 40 | 4 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2006 | 1 | 43 | 2 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2005 | 3 | 112 | 11 | 2 | 57 | Fair |
| 2004 | 2 | 88 | 5 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2003 | 5 | 179 | 2 | — | 57 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Crown Victoria Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Crown Victoria scores exactly at the sedan average.
Known Ford Crown Victoria Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 561 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford Crown Victoria reliable?+
The Ford Crown Victoria scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 18 recall campaigns and 561 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Crown Victoria is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2011 Crown Victoria achieved the highest reliability score of 57/100 with 1 recall and 20 complaints.
How many miles does a Crown Victoria last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Ford Crown Victoria owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Crown Victoria will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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