Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problems of the 1996 Ford Crown Victoria

Six problems related to front suspension lower control arm have been reported for the 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Failure Date: 10/17/2002

Consumer stated having the same problem as recall#98v322000 lower control arm. Dealer notified ts.

2 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Failure Date: 02/15/1999

The front suspension lower control arm ball joint was wore to the point of possible seperation, there was a recall on or 1998 crown vic , but the recall was not made for the 1996 and there was a serious problem.

3 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Failure Date: 06/05/1998

Lower control arm bushings failed.

4 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Failure Date: 06/02/1998

While driving could hear noise from the front of vehicle (like cracking noise). Was inspecting the vehicle and saw a few cracks on the lower ball joints. Consumer had contacted dealer and manufacturer.

5 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Failure Date: 08/09/1996

Lower control arm weld failure, causing vibration and slight pull when brakes are applied/diminished steering and braking control.

6 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Lower control arm broke while driving. Owner notes of investigation on problem.

Other Suspension related problems of the 1996 Ford Crown Victoria

Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems	17
Front Suspension Control Arm problems	12
Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problems	6
Ball Joint problems	1
Suspension Noise problems	1
Front Suspension problems	1
Front Suspension Upper Arm problems	1

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