Does the 2004 Ford Cvpi have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 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 2004 Ford Cvpi?

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is wheels (9 complaints), followed by electrical system (5).

How many 2004 Ford Cvpi complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 17 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Ford Cvpi recalls and problems

2 recalls and 17 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 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.

2004 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.

Most reported problems

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

Wheels9
Electrical system5
Exterior lighting4
Engine and engine cooling1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Power train1
Steering1

What owners report

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

Jan 18, 2012 · Electrical system · 113,000 miles
THE HEADLAMPS ON THIS VEHICLE SHUT OFF AFTER LIGHTS HAVE BEEN TURNED ON FOR ABOUT 25 SECONDS AND WILL NOT COME BACK ON, OCCASIONALLY THEY WILL STAY ON AND THEN WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. I'VE HAD THIS PROBLEM LOOKED AT BY SEVERAL SHOPS AND HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE LCM MODULE IS FAULTY AND THAT IT NEEDS TO BE…

Nov 17, 2010 · Exterior lighting · 133,000 miles
THE HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF WHEN IN USE, INTERMITTENTLY. THIS HAPPENS EVEN THOUGH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH IS ON. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS. THIS PROBLEM DEVELOPED AT ABOUT 106,000 MILES. IT WAS TEMPORARILY CORRECTED BY HAVING THE RELAYS IN THE FORD LCM (LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE) REPLACED WITH A NEW HEADLIGHT RELAY, NEC PART…

Jan 29, 2010 · Wheels · 68,500 miles
LINGERING PROBLEM WITH 2004 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR WHEELS WITH SUSPECTED CRACKS. MEETS ALL SYMPTOMOLOGY. FORD REFUSES TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEM.

Jan 26, 2010 · Exterior lighting · 120,000 miles
I OWN A 2004 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. IT HAS THE WELL KNOWN LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE FAILURE. THE HEADLIGHTS GO OFF FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. FORD NEEDS TO BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE AND REPLACE THESE MODULES UNDER A RECALL. THIS CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. BUT OF COURSE, JUST LIKE FORD DOESN'T THINK THERE IS A…

May 28, 2009 · Wheels · 67,000 miles
TL CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD CVPI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEELS CRACKED IN THE RIM NEAR THE WELD LINE, WHICH CONNECTS THE RIM TO THE DISK. HE HAD TO PLACE AIR IN HIS TIRES WEEKLY BECAUSE THE FAILURE CAUSED THE TIRES TO DEFLATE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY WOULD NOT HONOR THE RECALL BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS…

Cvpi model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
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 2004 Ford Cvpi have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 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 2004 Ford Cvpi?: Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is wheels (9 complaints), followed by electrical system (5).
How many 2004 Ford Cvpi complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 17 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 18, 2012.