- The problem
- Certain trw driver's side seat belts manufactured on december 6 and 9, 2002, for use as replacement equipment for 1997 ford escort 4-door and station wagon platform vehicles, ford's p/n f7cz54611b09aac. The seat belt assemblies exhibit a no-lock condition which does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, Seat belt assemblies.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the restraint system may not provide adequate protection to the seat occupant, which may increase the risk of personal injury.
- The fix
- Trw will notify the customers who purchased the replacement seat belt assemblies free of charge. The recall began on august 27, 2004.
Vehicle safety record
2000 Mercury Tracer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2000 Mercury Tracer with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the engine & cooling (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 2004 for the front. For comparison, the 1999 has 29 and the 2001 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Tracer year, for its age
#366 most complained-about 2000 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2000 Mercury Tracer problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2000 Mercury Tracer recalls 1
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
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 2000 Mercury Tracer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
When abs brakes are applied in wet conditions vehicle begins to slip and slide. Dealer has yet to be contacted. Please provide further details.*Ak
Defective serpentine belts needed to be replaced on four occasions. Dealer unable to locate cause. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *Ak
Mercury Tracer: every year compared
All Tracer years2000 Mercury Tracer vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Mercury Tracer | 2 | 1 | A | |
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 465 | 7 | D | Compare |
| 2000 Mercury Cougar | 211 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | 187 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | 125 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 2000 Mercury Villager | 73 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2000 Mercury Mystique | 65 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2000 Mercury Mercury Truck | 4 | 0 | D | 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 2000 Mercury Tracer
Does the 2000 Mercury Tracer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Mercury Tracer: front (July 2004). 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 2000 Mercury Tracer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2000 Mercury Tracer had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 4, 2000 and the latest on October 31, 2001. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2000 Mercury Tracer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 97 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Mercury Tracer 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 Tracer years have the most complaints?
1997 (145), 1995 (100), 1994 (70). See every Mercury Tracer year compared.
What should I do if my 2000 Mercury Tracer 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