Does the 2003 Ford Cvpi have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Ford Cvpi, the most recent reported on March 6, 2007 (Wheels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Ford Cvpi?

Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is wheels (63 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (8).

How many 2003 Ford Cvpi complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 78 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2003 Ford Cvpi recalls and problems

3 recalls and 78 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Ford Cvpi.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2003 Ford Cvpi recalls

Wheels

NHTSA campaign 07V079000 · reported March 6, 2007 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 109,664 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain police vehicles equipped with steel wheels, some of the wheels may develop cracks in the rim near the weld line that connects the rim to the disk.
The risk: The cracks can ultimately result in rapid air loss from the tire and could affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the four road wheels and spare wheel based on the wheel part number. The recall began on march 15, 2007. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-343-5338.

Electrical system: wiring, interior/under dash

NHTSA campaign 05V206000 · reported May 9, 2005 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 132,800 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain police interceptors (cvpi) and commercial heavy duty (taxi) vehicles, at extremely high operating temperatures, the sound insulating panel, located under the vehicle positioned between the exhaust system and the underbody, could sag and possibly contact the surface of the catalytic converter.
The risk: If this occurs, the insulator might experience charring of the outer layer, burning odor, or smoke which may ultimately result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will remove the existing dash insulator and install a revised design insulator pad free of charge. The recall began on june 3, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Wheels

NHTSA campaign 03V279000 · reported August 5, 2003 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 29,946 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain police and taxi vehicles equipped with steel wheels, some of the wheels may develop cracks in the rim near the weld line that connects the rim to the disk.
The risk: The cracks can ultimately result in rapid air loss from the tire and could affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the four road wheels and spare wheel with the manufacturing date codes of august 18, 2001 through september 22, 2002. In addition, ford is providing extended warranty coverage for wheels on 2003 crown victoria police interceptor and taxis built from october 1, 2002 through april 29, 2003. These wheels are exhibiting cracks at a substantially lower rate than those wheels included in the recall. Owner notification began on august 8, 2003. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Wheels63
Exterior lighting8
Tires5
Electrical system3
Fuel system, gasoline3
Steering1
Suspension1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 28, 2014 · Wheels · 115,348 miles
AIR LEAKS OUT THE BACK WHEEL EVERY DAY AFTER FILL UP GAS IT SMELLS LIKE GAS INSIDE CAR.

Sep 3, 2013 · Steering · 180,040 miles
I JUST READ ABOUT THE STEERING COLUMN RECALL ON THE CROWN VIC, CVPI, AND GRAND MARQUIS 2005-2011 AND I AM NOT SURE WHY THE 2003-2004 MODELS ARE NOT INCLUDED. THEY HAVE THE SAME ISSUES DESCRIBED IN THIS RECALL. I HAD MY 2003 CVPI IN THE SHOP LESS THAN A MONTH AGO DUE TO SOME STEERING ISSUES I'M HAVING (A LOT OF NOISE…

Feb 10, 2012 · Wheels · 123,000 miles
I HAVE STEEL WHEELS ON MY 2003 CROWN VIC I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY STATING THAT MY WHEELS WERE PART OF A SAFETY RECALL, THE WHEELS ARE PRONE TO WELDS BREAKING AND RUSTING MAKING THEM LOOSE AIR AND IMPOSSIBLE TO BALANCE WHY STEERING WHEEL SHAKES I HAVE HAD DIFFERENT TIRES AND MULTIPLE SHOPS…

Jul 21, 2011 · Exterior lighting · 150,229 miles
HEADLIGHTS GO OFF WHILE DRIVING. LCM IS BAD, $500.00 FOR PART. VERY VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. I WAS EXPECTING TO SEE A RECALL NOTICE. THIS IS THE SECOND LCM FOR ME!

May 17, 2011 · Exterior lighting · 72,200 miles
I JUST PURCHASES AND TOOK POSSESSION OF A 2003 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR. I DROVE THE VEHICLE FOR A COUPLE DAYS DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS WITH NO ISSUES. HOWEVER, ON THE FIRST NIGHT I DROVE THE VEHICLE (WELL AFTER SUNSET) I EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS OCCURRENCES OF THE HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT COMPLETELY FOR EXTENDED…

Cvpi model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	0	4	0	1
2001	0	1	0	0
2002	0	2	0	0
2003	3	78	1	0
2004	2	17	0	1
2005	2	20	0	0

Across all years, the 2003 Cvpi has the most complaints (78). All Ford Cvpi years →

Questions

Does the 2003 Ford Cvpi have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Ford Cvpi, the most recent reported on March 6, 2007 (Wheels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Ford Cvpi?: Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is wheels (63 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (8).
How many 2003 Ford Cvpi complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 78 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 28, 2014.