Five problems related to gasoline engine have been reported for the 1998 Ford Crown Victoria. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Engine needs replaced.
Have had multiple failures on several vehicles including additional failure of oil/lubricant system. Ford not responding favorably towards investigation.
Vehicle knocks while driving. Nlm.
While vehicle was parked in the garage overnight it caught on fire in engine compartment. Fire was put out by the fire department. What caused the fire has not been determined. Owner is working with dealership on repairs or replacement.
The 96 and97 models had factory recalls, but the same problem in the 98 models hasn't been fixed yet. No safety defect listed in the summary.