The forward outboard pedestal of the seat track of driver's seat may be susceptible to fatigue fracture.
1981-1987 · 7 model years
Mercury Lynx Problems by year
Owners have filed 25 complaints about the Mercury Lynx across 7 model years, and it has 20 recalls. The 1985 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (5). The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the engine & cooling.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 20
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 9
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Lynx complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Lynx problems
Mercury Lynx recalls 20
External cracks above the number 3 cylinder (1984 models) or rocker arm cover gaskets splitting (1985 models) could allow oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold.
Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.
Lug nuts could gall and possibly seize on the wheel studs without providing adequate clamping load on the wheels.
Rear seat belt retractors may allow twisted webbing to enter the retractor housing and jam the retractor. Consequence of defect: a jammed...
The throttle lever may not return to idle position due to misalignment of the air conditioner shut off switch to the throttle lever pin...
The brake line may be positioned too close to an engine bracket. Normal engine movements may cause the bracket to rub against the brake line.
Screw that connects the seat back frame to the recliner mechanism may break.
Seat frame structure could sever front seat belts if vehicle is involved in an accident, depending on force of impact.
The bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. The attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "Seat belt assembly...
Door lock pillars could develop fatigue cracks from normal usage of door, at the point where door latch striker reinforcements are attached.
The portion of the roof above frame (rail) to which the shoulder belt is anchored may have a slot that can compromise the strength of the shoulder belt anchor under certain severe loads. (The suspect area is not visible.) Consequently, some vehicles included...
Latest Lynx complaints
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
Vehicle would stall while driving at any speed. Vehicle been at dealer shop on three occasions, and problem still reoccurring. *Ak *slc
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
While traveling and without any indication vehicle would stall. Dealer has replaced ignition module four times. *Ak dealer repllaced ignition module four times a t the owner's expence. *Yh
IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. *CJ
FRONT DRIVER' SEAT ROCKS, WON'T STAY UP.
Questions about the Mercury Lynx
Which Mercury Lynx years have the most problems?
Which Mercury Lynx years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1987 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Lynx years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Mercury Lynx problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (10), engine & cooling (7), body, doors & structure (3) most often.
How many recalls does the Mercury Lynx have?
NHTSA lists 20 recalls across all Mercury Lynx model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data