1988 Ford Crown Victoria electrical system problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1988 Ford Crown Victoria — 43% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“1988 ford crown victoria 5.0 liter 302 cubic inch engine (fuel injected). Second generation (2g) alternator caught on fire. *tr”
filed Mar 17, 2010
“Nhtsa# 96-v-071-000: the ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit. Consumer states has the same problem. A recall has been issued on similar makes and models, however this vehicle is not include due to vin# dealer notified. *tr”
filed May 5, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
99222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 18, 1999Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
98246 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 7, 1998
Electrical System problems in other Crown Victoria years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Crown Victoria | 1 | 4% |
| 2009 Crown Victoria | 5 | 11% |
| 2008 Crown Victoria | 5 | 10% |
| 2007 Crown Victoria | 4 | 8% |
| 2006 Crown Victoria | 4 | 8% |
| 2005 Crown Victoria | 21 | 11% |
| 2004 Crown Victoria | 23 | 17% |
| 2003 Crown Victoria | 20 | 8% |
| 2002 Crown Victoria | 9 | 16% |
| 2001 Crown Victoria | 4 | 8% |
| 2000 Crown Victoria | 6 | 7% |
| 1999 Crown Victoria | 10 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1988 Ford Crown Victoria
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.