Transport CanadaCritical
1996 FORD CROWN VICTORIATransport Canada Recall #2003274
The official notice
Defect
On certain natural gas vehicles, in the rare circumstance that a flame from a vehicle interior fire becomes locally directed at the natural gas tank located immediately behind the rear seat, the locally directed flame could damage the fiberglass wrap on the tank thereby reducing the hoop strength of the tank. If the hoop strength is significantly compromised, the tank could rupture and potentially result in personal injury.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealer will install an insulator behind the seat back.
278 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 03S08Updated June 10, 2026