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2003 Ford Crown Victoria repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (32%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 22 repairs.
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2003 Ford Crown Victoria repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (53%)

< $100 (42%)

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Ford Crown Victoria

Engine not specified

Ford in North Carolina, United States
Dec 2010 - Feb 2011
Feb 2011

97000 mi
Paint was started to bubble up and peeling away almost all over. The trim of plastic around the driver's side window control switches was popping out.  Suspension made a squeaking sound whenever you'd make a right turn.  Transmission was a bit slow in changing into gears compared to other Crown Victorias. 
Ford Crown Victoria in Rhode Island, United States
Mar 2013 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013

191000 mi
lcm wiring harness faulty 
Ford Crown Victoria in Florida, United States
Jan 2011 - Feb 2011
Feb 2011

123000 mi

US $300
First it was the sensor, and brakes, then instead they fixed the transmission harness, now it's showing the sensor problem again and this time the check engine light is steadily lit. 

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2003 Ford Crown Victoria 4dr Sedan

239-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford Crown Victoria in Illinois, United States
Sep 2013 - Jun 2018
Mar 2014

199000 mi

US $300
Rear air suspension bags were leaking. Were replaced. 
May 2014

199900 mi

US $200
Rear air bag compressor went out. Had to be replaced with a new unit. 
Ford Crown Victoria in Florida, United States
Dec 2012 - May 2013
Jan 2013

195000 mi

US $367
Replaced failing rear axles with a whole assembly from a 2006 CV P71. 
Ford Crown Victoria in Maryland, United States
May 2012 - Feb 2013
Sep 2012

71000 mi

US $1500
Engine and transmission cable both needed service. Spark plugs, belts, seals, and engine parts were included in the repair. 
Ford Crown Victoria in Minnesota, United States
Jun 2011 - Jul 2013
Jul 2011

103000 mi

US $300
Replaced the lock/unlock rocker switch on the driver's side door. Replaced driver's side rear wheel axle shaft seal. Exhaust smell coming through ventilation system. Shop replaced manifold gasket. 
Sep 2011

106000 mi

US $250
Replaced serpentine tensioner pulley. Replaced upper control arm on driver's side. 
Ford Crown Victoria in Pennsylvania, United States
Mar 2011 - Dec 2014
Jan 2012

112000 mi
Sprayed PB Buster onto steering column to loosen rust. 
Apr 2012

113000 mi

US $50
Replaced leaking power steering pump 
Jul 2014

118000 mi

US $77
Shifter cable rusted and broke at the bolt on transmission. 

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2003 Ford Crown Victoria 4dr Sedan

224-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford Crown Victoria in Michigan, United States
Sep 2015 - Sep 2018
May 2017

58000 mi

US $180
All brake pads were replaced due to wear. 
Jan 2018

59900 mi

US $220
Blower motor resistor (controller) had failed, causing the blower motor to not function. The blower motor resistor (controller) was replaced, and a new blower motor was installed due to the old age of the original one. 
Sep 2018

60989 mi

US $50
The Idle Air Control (IAC) valve was replaced due to it displaying early signs of failure. The valve had began to stick. 

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2003 Ford Crown Victoria 4-door

supercharged 8-cylinder automatic 2WD

Ford Crown Victoria in New Jersey, United States
Oct 2013 - Jan 2014
Jan 2014

70000 mi

US $240
all 4 ball joints done by me. 

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2003 Ford Crown Victoria Repair Histories

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