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2004 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor

The 2004 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor is a 250-hp 4.6-liter V8 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $24,575 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.

It makes 250 horsepower at 4,900 rpm and 297 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).

The Crown Victoria measures 212.0 inches long on a 114.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,942 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$24,575 ($42,281 *)
Engine
Engine Type4.6L 2V SOHC Modular V8 (dual exhaust, police package)
Displacement4.6 L
Horsepower250 hp @ 4,900 rpm
Torque297 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves/cylinder
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Injection TypeSequential fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic (4R75W)
1st Gear2.84
2nd Gear1.55
3rd Gear1
4th Gear0.7
Reverse2.23
Final Drive3.27
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity19 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17" x 7.5"
Wheels Rear17" x 7.5"
Tires FrontP235/55R17
Tires RearP235/55R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length212 in
Width78.3 in
Height58.3 in
Wheelbase114.7 in
Front Track62.8 in
Rear Track65.6 in
Cargo Volume20.6 ft³
Curb Weight3,942 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.5 in
Headroom Rear37.8 in
Legroom Front41.6 in
Legroom Rear38 in
Shoulder Room Front60.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear60 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 4-DR. w/SAB
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 4-DR.: overall not rated

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Ford CROWN VICTORIA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Dec 22, 2015 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured October 3, 2001, to August 2, 2005. The affected vehicles have a lighting control module (LCM) that may fail, resulting in a loss of headlights.

Consequence: A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LCM, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S39.

NHTSA campaign 15V861000

Jun 13, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

NHTSA campaign 06E056000

May 9, 2005 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

ON CERTAIN POLICE INTERCEPTORS (CVPI) AND COMMERCIAL HEAVY DUTY (TAXI) VEHICLES, AT EXTREMELY HIGH OPERATING TEMPERATURES, THE SOUND INSULATING PANEL, LOCATED UNDER THE VEHICLE POSITIONED BETWEEN THE EXHAUST SYSTEM AND THE UNDERBODY, COULD SAG AND POSSIBLY CONTACT THE SURFACE OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.

Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE INSULATOR MIGHT EXPERIENCE CHARRING OF THE OUTER LAYER, BURNING ODOR, OR SMOKE WHICH MAY ULTIMATELY RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING DASH INSULATOR AND INSTALL A REVISED DESIGN INSULATOR PAD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 3, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

NHTSA campaign 05V206000

137 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Ford CROWN VICTORIA

Owner Complaints

137 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Ford CROWN VICTORIA (2 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Exterior Lighting81
Electrical System23
Steering19
Wheels9
Engine And Engine Cooling8
Power Train5
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 12, 2022 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
“Taillight failure and corner light failure likely caused by faulty wiring as mentioned in 2015 lcm recall”
Feb 8, 2022 · Steering
“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…”
Jan 7, 2021 · Wheels
“THE GOOD YEAR EAGLE SPORT TIRES TORE APART ON A SHORT TRIP TO THE GROCERY STORE AND CAUSED THE CAR TO BE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE TIRES WERE MANUFACTURED ON JUNE 2019 AND PURCHASED OCTOBER 2019 AND BY…”
Dec 2, 2020 · Exterior Lighting
“THE NEAD LIGHTS SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT AT 65 MILES A HOUR STOPED ON THE SIDE OF THE HIWAY SHUT OFF THE CAR PLAYED WITH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH THE LIGHTS CAME BACK ON BUT NOW THEY WILL NOT SHUT…”
Oct 29, 2020 · Exterior Lighting
“2004 FORD CROWN VIC HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING. I ORDERED AND REPLACED THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AND MY HEADLIGHTS STILL DON'T WORK. I CAN'T DRIVE AT NIGHT ANYMORE. I HAVE CONTACTED FORD DEALERSHIP ABOUT A…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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