2004 Ford Crown Victoria steering problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2004 Ford Crown Victoria — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I was informed by my mechanic that my steering column shaft needs to be replaced on my 2004 primary vehicle. Ford says they do not have a recall and will not cover the service. I have a recall for THE SAME ISSUE for my (not currently driving) 2005 Ford Crown Victoria Interceptor made in the SAME…”
filed Feb 8, 2022
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford crown victoria. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized while turning right or left. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred periodically. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The…”
filed Aug 22, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Crown Victoria years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Crown Victoria | 12 | 52% |
| 2009 Crown Victoria | 17 | 39% |
| 2008 Crown Victoria | 25 | 50% |
| 2007 Crown Victoria | 25 | 51% |
| 2006 Crown Victoria | 27 | 51% |
| 2005 Crown Victoria | 36 | 19% |
| 2003 Crown Victoria | 11 | 4% |
| 2002 Crown Victoria | 5 | 9% |
| 2001 Crown Victoria | 7 | 13% |
| 2000 Crown Victoria | 8 | 9% |
| 1999 Crown Victoria | 10 | 7% |
| 1998 Crown Victoria | 7 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 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.