NHTSA Complaint #11518286 — 2003 FORD CROWN VICTORIA

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11518286
Vehicle	2003 FORD CROWN VICTORIA
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Date of Incident	November 15, 2022
Date Filed	April 21, 2023
Mileage	70,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal coolant odor. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed there was corrosion and a crack near the intake and radiator hose. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the intake manifold needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

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