2010 Ford Crown Victoria
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 3 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 41 |
| 1988 | 42 |
| 1989 | 72 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 55 |
| 1992 | 310 |
| 1993 | 182 |
| 1994 | 192 |
| 1995 | 250 |
| 1996 | 276 |
| 1997 | 288 |
| 1998 | 119 |
| 1999 | 134 |
| 2000 | 85 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 58 |
| 2003 | 249 |
| 2004 | 138 |
| 2005 | 193 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 49 |
| 2008 | 50 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 23 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
7 of 12 total reports mention: steering.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD CROWN VICTORIA.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200207
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD CROWN VICTORIA.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190819
INSPECTION FOUND DISLOCATED BUSHING. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20121001
1 of 12 total reports mentions: wheels.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WAS TRAVELING SOUTHBOUND ON I-75, JUST NORTH OF IT'S EXIT WITH I-4, AND SOUTH OF ITS EXIT TO MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD., AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20151104
1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.
1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. THE CONTACT STATED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHILE BRAKING FROM APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED EXCESSIVELY AND JUMP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100713
1 of 12 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge.
Campaign 13V385000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to...
Remedy: Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385.
Campaign 14V704000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Ford Crown Victoria — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V385000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V704000 (steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Ford Crown Victoria reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Ford Crown Victoria?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Ford Crown Victoria have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.