Mercury Lynx 1983
Model Lynx made in 1983 by Mercury got 5 consumer complains, 2 investigations there are 4 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding service brakes, hydraulic. The car had some investigations: seats, vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, latches/locks/linkages and seat belts.
Model 1983
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | ||||||||||||||||
| 82V088000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 08/01/1982 to 08/01/1982 | V (Vehicle) | 2800 | 09/01/1982 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/16/1982 | 09/24/1982 | 571 | 301 | |||||
| Defect Summary | During a crash barrier test, the rubber hose connecting the fuel tank and the metal filler pipe vent tube was cut, resulting in fuel leakage. the involved vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, fuel system integrity. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install a brace between the right side rear quarter panel and the body side rail to improve fuel tank impact resistance. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank and filler bracket.consequences of defect: fuel leakage following an accident could result in avehicle fire and injuries to vehicle passengers. | |||||||||||||||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 83V063000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 07/01/1980 to 03/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 610000 | 07/18/1983 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/22/1983 | 07/08/1983 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Door lock pillars could develop fatigue cracks from normal usage of door, at the point where door latch striker reinforcements are attached. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Any damaged lock pillars will be repaired and reinforcements will be installed between the door latch striker and lock pillars. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles; two door.system: structure; door lock pillars.consequences of defect: door may not latch properly. in driving over roughroads the door could open, allowing passenger to fall from vehicle and becomeinjured. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 85V067000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 05/01/1982 to 08/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 515000 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/21/1985 | 05/31/1985 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Rear seat belt retractors may allow twisted webbing to enter the retractor housing and jam the retractor. consequence of defect: a jammed retractor would interfere with webbing retraction and withdrawal. this will discourage seat belt usage. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | A clip will be inserted into the retractor housing webbing to prevent jamming. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger cars with floor mounted rear seat belt retractors. system: rear seat belt retractors. | |||||||||||||||
| SEATS | ||||||||||||||||
| 84V071000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 08/01/1980 to 08/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 261400 | 08/14/1984 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/15/1984 | 06/20/1984 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Seat frame structure could sever front seat belts if vehicle is involved in an accident, depending on force of impact. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install a molded spacer between reinforcement plates and lower decorative plastic cover. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with non-reclining frontseats.system: interior; front seat belts.consequences of defect: if seat belt is cut during impact, front passengerswill no longer be protected by safety belt, which could result in personalinjury.note: until the defect can be corrected, seat belts should be used as they doafford some protection. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||||
| 9503011 | 03/01/1995 | 3031000 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 9562 | 03/01/1995 | 39900 | Roughness concern during brake application. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEATS | ||||||
| EA86010 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/26/1986 | 07/28/1989 | SEATBACK FAILURE | 86V082000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| DP84017 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/30/1984 | 09/10/1984 | STALLING AND CARBURETOR MALFUNCTIONS | ||
| Stalling and carburetor malfunctions | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 02/13/1983 | 3 | ||
| While driving at any speed vehicle will cut off. took vehicle to dealer where consumer was advised that the tfi moudle had failed, consumer has had to replace 3 times. *ak *tt | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| 01/03/1996 | |||
| Experienced electrical fire in the ignition switch. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 2 | |||
| Vehicle experienceing numerous engine stall conditions, vehicle was brought to dealer, but dealer could not remedy problem, manufacturer and attorney general's consumer protection agency have been informed. *tt | |||
| 05/31/1996 | 1 | ||
| Engine fire. *dh | |||