1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs 1996 Toyota Avalon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 276 | 109 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 157 | 51 |
| Investigations | 8 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 105,791 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Crown Victoria | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 81 | 19 |
| Suspension | 51 | 4 |
| Steering | 37 | 10 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 43 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 29 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 10 |
| Visibility | 12 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 21 | 0 |
| Stalling | 13 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
1996 Ford Crown Victoria
1996 Toyota Avalon
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.