1992 Mercury Tracer: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 24 owner complaints on record; most reports concern electrical system.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 1994
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“On my daughters 1992 mercury tracer, the ignition switch engaged the engine starter and began smoking without the key in the ignition and when no-one was in the car. I am now faced with $800.00 in repair bills for a defective ford motor company part that could have caused a serious injury or death. *la”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2003
“Tread separation discovered accidentally per inspection for driveabiity concern. *ak (dot number: w2r4 tiresize: p195/60r14)”Owner report · Tires · Jan 2001
“The shoulder harness pulled from track on impact , the driver's head struck the windsheild and recevied contusions to neck and head from the loose end of the harness”Owner report · Seat Belts · Feb 2000
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“There was a gas smell around the car and in the garage, dealer contacted and stated a hole found in the gas tank. Repair work done at consumer's expense. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Sep 1998
“Intermittently while driving the electric shoulder strap moves up and down constantly . Also gets stuck and releases and repairs iself. Now, shoulder strap makes weird noises and is stuck in the middle. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. *ak”Owner report · Seat Belts · Sep 1997
“Exhaust valve broke every year, causing rear end to overheat and burn the trunk. Please provide further information. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 1996
“Threads on tie rod wore out, causing tie rod to separte from tie rod end on passengers side; alloing no control over front right tire. Tt”Owner report · Steering · Apr 1995
“Power steering has become very difficult to steer; makes squeaking noise while making turns, at any time when turning wheels; mostly, happens at low speeds. Tt”Owner report · Steering · Sep 1994
“Rear misaligned, causing increasing need to hold steering wheel to maintain straight tracking direction/ rear tire wear. *ak”Owner report · Suspension
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
THE OFFSET TOE ADJUSTING PIN CAN FRACTURE UNDER CONDITIONS SUCH AS TORSIONAL LOADS, FLEXING MOTION, IMPACT LOADS, AND OVERTORQUING.
Remedy: DANA WILL PAY FOR REPLACEMENT AND LABOR COSTS OF THE ADJUSTMENT PIN WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE INSTALLING FACILITY AND THE VEHICLE OWNER. THESE PINS SHOULD BE REPLACED BY A FORD ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PIN ASSEMBLY. OWNER OR INSTALLER INQUIRIES CONCERNING THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN SHOULD CONTACT DANA SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-248-9606.
THE STOP LAMP SWITCHES COULD INTERMITTENTLY MALFUNCTION RESULTING IN THE STOP LAMPS NOT ILLUMINATING WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED.
Remedy: REPLACE THE FAULTY STOP LAMP SWITCHES.
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Is the 1992 Mercury Tracer reliable?
NHTSA has 24 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1992 Mercury Tracer. The most complained-about area is electrical system.
Does the 1992 Mercury Tracer have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning suspension:front. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.