2000 Ford Cvpi

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2000 Ford Cvpi
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:57:47.852Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 2000: 4 complaints 2000 4 2001: 1 complaint 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 78 complaints 2004: 17 complaints 2004 2005: 20 complaints
1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 4 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 78 complaints 2003 2004: 17 complaints 2004 2005: 20 complaints 2005
1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 4 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 78 complaints 2003 2004: 17 complaints 2004 2005: 20 complaints 2005

2000: 4 complaints

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YearComplaints
19920
19930
19941
19951
19962
19971
19983
19994
20004
20011
20022
200378
200417
200520

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

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Have 2000 Ford crown victoria with 140000 miles (Police pkg) noticed high pitch sound coming from rearend assembly. Told by mechanic it is the rearend differential bearings.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-07-07

Exterior lighting

1 of 4 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

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Plastic intake manifold on a 2000 Ford crown vic w/ 4.6 interceptor cracked causing water leak. Out of 5 police crown vic all had to be changed. Problem started back in 1999, but warranty covered repair.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-01-13

Electrical system

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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Our 2000 model crown victoria (Police interceptor P71) was in excellent overall condition and well maintained. The car was driven about five miles from our home to a restaurant for an evening event.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-02-18

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    Date not on fileFuel system, gasoline02I003000 In order to enhance police office safety, model year 1992-2003 Crown Victoria police interceptor (Cvpi) vehicles will be equipped with shields designed to help protect the fuel tank in high-speed rear-impact crashes.

    Remedy: Ford has advised us that shield kits have been available since late October and will be installed on police interceptor vehicles at no cost. The optional trank package will be available by the end of 2002.

Buy-smart checklist

2000 Ford Cvpi — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 02I003000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2000 Ford Cvpi 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 2000 Ford Cvpi?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Ford Cvpi have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.