Complaints
247
Crashes
18
Fires
18
Injuries
22
Fatalities
7
Recalls
0
Worst 1993 Ford Crown Victoria Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#130 complaints
Unintended Acceleration
Avg mileage:137,333 mi
Fires:1
#219 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Crash-related:1
#317 complaints
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unintended Acceleration | 30 | — | 1 | 137,333 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 19 | 1 | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 13 | 2 | 2 | 160,000 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 9 | — | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 9 | — | — | 114,800 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 5 | 4 | — | 48,500 mi | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 5 | — | — | 123,000 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control | 4 | — | 2 | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 3 | 1 | 3 | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 3 | — | 2 | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Starter Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 2 | — | 1 | — |
Unintended Acceleration
30
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
137,333
Automatic Transmission
19
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter
17
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
13
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Avg Miles
160,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
114,800
Air Bags:Frontal
5
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
48,500
Electrical System:Ignition
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
123,000
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
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1993 Ford Crown Victoria — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 1993 Ford Crown Victoria has 247 NHTSA complaints, 18 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Unintended Acceleration with 30 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria?
Top reported problems: Unintended Acceleration (30 complaints, avg 137,333 mi); Automatic Transmission (19 complaints); Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter (17 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 130,495 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria?
NHTSA complaints for the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria include 18 crash-related reports, 18 fire reports, 22 injuries, and 7 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1993 Ford Crown Victoria as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1993 Ford Crown Victoria?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford Crown Victoria reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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