Three problems related to underhood wiring have been reported for the 1997 Ford Crown Victoria. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While parked a fire erupted under the hood. Dealer stated the fire started around the cruise control wiring. No injuries reported. The items under the hood were replaced and there have been no further problems.
While driving taxi to garage transmission would keep slipping, even on the streets. The vehicle caught on fire while in motion & vehicle stopped. Fire department extinguished the flames. Driver was informed location from engine after noticing smoke coming from under the hood.
Police department- east hampton town police: when traveling the vehicle caught on fire under the hood. Cause of the fire is undetermined. Vehicle is awaiting service at a Ford dealer. Please provide any further details.