1985 Ford Crown Victoria electrical system problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1985 Ford Crown Victoria — 48% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Car stalls at any given time or speed. Mechanic determined that problem was caused by two pieces of metal that connect ignition switch, and do not stay connected, that's why vehicle stalls.*ak ignition switch have been replaced five times. It appears the problem is due to manufacturer defect. *yh”
filed Nov 15, 2000
“Consumer was traveling about 35mph on highway coming into town. And vehicle shut off without prior notice. No brakes/no power steering, vehicle had to be towed to dell's service center. Service center replaced the ignition module and distributor pick up, and they are ford parts.*ak”
filed Oct 18, 2000
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 1985 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.