CarRecallWatchThe 1983 Ford Crown Victoria has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (5 reports).
1983 Ford Crown Victoria recalls
Most common 1983 Ford Crown Victoria problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY AFTER A LONG DRIVE AND WHEN SLOWING DOWN.*AK
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
WHEN VEHICLE IS STARTED IT SURGES FORWARD. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
VEHICLE WON'T START OCCASIONALLY DUE TO IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. *DH
UPON STARTING, LEFT VEHICLE TO WARM UP, MOMENTS LATER WHEN OPENED DOOR FOUND INTERIOR ENGULFED IN SMOKE.. *AK
1983 Ford Crown Victoria questions
Does the 1983 Ford Crown Victoria have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1983 Ford Crown Victoria: Power Train:Automatic Transmission; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Ford Crown Victoria?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (5), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Ford Crown Victoria has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.