- The problem
- Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
- The risk
- A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
- The fix
- Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
Vehicle safety record
1981 Mercury Capri Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1981 Mercury Capri with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (1) and the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 2007 for the fuel pump. For comparison, the 1980 has 0 and the 1982 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Capri year, for its age
#9 most complained-about 1981 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1981 Mercury Capri problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1981 Mercury Capri recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The housing plates on the driver seat back latch recliner assemblies were manufactured with substandard material products. This tainted steel was used to produce seatback latches for both the right and left side seat assemblies. Under certain conditions, the defective housing plates may distort, allowing the locking teeth to disengage and tear off. This permits the seatback to pivot backwards.
- The fix
- Upon inspection, both driver and passenger seat latch/recliner assemblies, on vehicles exhibiting the suspect date codes, will be replaced.
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1981 Mercury Capri
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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SEAT BACK LATCH FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL.
Mercury Capri: every year compared
All Capri years1981 Mercury Capri vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 Mercury Capri | 2 | 2 | C | |
| 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1981 Mercury Mercury | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1981 Mercury Capri
Does the 1981 Mercury Capri have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1981 Mercury Capri: fuel pump (August 2007); recliner (September 1981). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1981 Mercury Capri?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (1), body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 1981 Mercury Capri had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 22, 1994 and the latest on October 30, 1995. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1981 Mercury Capri a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 54 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Mercury Capri year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Mercury Capri years have the most complaints?
1991 (33), 1992 (7), 1993 (5). See every Mercury Capri year compared.
What should I do if my 1981 Mercury Capri has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data