1987 MERCURY LYNX
3 recalls, 5 complaints - 10 TSBs
89V170000 Oct 13, 1989
SEATS
Defect Description
THE FORWARD OUTBOARD PEDESTAL OF THE SEAT TRACK OF DRIVER'S SEAT MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO FATIGUE FRACTURE.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LIMITED DEGREE OF ROCKING MOTIONOF THE DRIVERS SEAT ASSEMBLY UPON ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION, WHICH COULDCAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT ON ALL MODELS AND A NEW SEAT TRACK AS NECESSARY
87V139000 Sep 4, 1987
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.
Consequence
COUPLING COULD DISENGAGE DUE TO FUEL PRESSURE,VIBRATION, AND ENGINE MOVEMENTS; THIS WOULD CAUSE LOSS OF FUEL WHICH, INPRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CREATES A FIRE RISK.
Remedy
INSTALL RETAINER CLIPS OVER THE COUPLINGS TO PREVENT COUPLING SEPARATION AND FUEL LEAKAGE.
87V060000 Apr 27, 1987
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect Description
LUG NUTS COULD GALL AND POSSIBLY SEIZE ON THE WHEEL STUDS WITHOUT PROVIDING ADEQUATE CLAMPING LOAD ON THE WHEELS.
Consequence
WHEEL STUDS COULD FRACTURE CREATING A RISK OF A WHEELSEPARATING WITH LITTLE FOREWARNING.
Remedy
REPLACE WHEEL LUG NUTS AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE WHEELS AND WHEEL STUDS.
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | 1 |
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Nov 29, 1997
FRONT DRIVER' SEAT ROCKS, WON'T STAY UP.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 11, 1996
Incident date: Jun 23, 1995
VEHICLE HAS TWO CRACKS IN THE TOP INNER WHEEL WELL, CAUSING ALIGNMENT PROBELMS. *DH
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
May 24, 1996
Incident date: Jul 1, 1995
FRAME CRACKED NEAR THE WHEEL IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. *AK
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
May 1, 1996
Incident date: May 1, 1995
SMOKE WAS SEEN FROM THE STEERING COLUMN ONCE WHILE BEING DRIVEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
May 1, 1996
Incident date: May 1, 1995
SMOKE WAS SEEN FROM THE STEERING COLUMN ONCE WHILE BEING DRIVEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
EPA Fuel Economy, 1987 MERCURY LYNX
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 1.9L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 38.0 | 31.0 | Regular | $2,000 |
| 1.9L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 34.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 1.9L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 31.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 31.0 | 40.0 | 35.0 | Diesel | $2,250 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1987 MERCURY LYNX
10 manufacturer communications from 9 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC | 2 |
| 182000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES | 1 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| 131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 1 |
| 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER | 1 |
| 190000 TIRES | 1 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
00188
Sep 4, 2000
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
CONCERNS WITH PREMATURE FAILURE OCCURING ON THE 1.9L MOTORCRAFT REMANUFACTURED LONGBLOCK ASSEMBLY AND SHORTBLOCK ASSEMBLY DUE TO INGESTION OF FOREIGN OBJECTS REMAINING IN THE TRANSFERRED INTAKE SYSTEM FROM THE ORIGINAL FAILED ENGINE.
99196
Sep 20, 1999
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT
9852
Apr 13, 1998
190000 TIRES
INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC
962612
Dec 16, 1996
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW
96246
Nov 18, 1996
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW
96221
Oct 21, 1996
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW
9562
Mar 1, 1995
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
ROUGHNESS CONCERN DURING BRAKE APPLICATION. *TW
9503011
Mar 1, 1995
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
UNKNOWN
9503011
Mar 1, 1995
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
UNKNOWN
94238
Nov 1, 1994
182000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES
ROUGH RUNNING AT STEADY HIGHWAY CRUISE SPEEDS. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, MERCURY LYNX
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP84013
Opened: Mar 6, 1984 , Closed: Aug 10, 1984
FAILURE OF THE DRIVE BELT (TIMING BELT)
FAILURE OF THE DRIVE BELT (TIMING BELT)
DP84002
Opened: Oct 11, 1983 , Closed: Aug 13, 1984
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
MERCURY LYNX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCURY LYNX across all model years (1981, 1987).
30
Total Recalls
35
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
13
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths