We found the following complaints for MERCURY TOPAZ (1992)
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Horn quit working.*cj
Horn failed due to a bent part from factory.
Horn quit working.*cj
During vehicle operation the vehicle stalls without warning. This has been a continuous problem,the vehicle has been to the dealer 7 times.
Stalling at high temperatures, won't start again for 15-30 minitues.possibly a bad ignition module.
Vehicle caught on fire from the steering wheel.*mr when the vehicle was started flames burst out from the steering wheel.the vehicle was recalled (96v-071000) but the consumer never received the notice.the ignition switch was the cause of the fire.*nlm
Computer caused problems due to loose wire.
This vehicle is not covered under recall# 96v071000concerning electrical system: ignition switch.ignition switch must be maneuvered for some electrical system parts to function.for instance, air conditioner will come on by maneuvering the ignition switch.also,electric seat belts/powerwindows/ turn signals, andbrake lights don't operate.
While vehicle was parked for (7) hours it caught on fire in the steering column.
The ignition switchfell apart 3 times on the topaz since 1995, the switches i bought at ford dealership was the exact same one that fell apart. Firstthe accessories stop worked one at a time, a/c, turn signals, radio, air conditioning. Then i pull it out and replaced the switch, i carry an extra one in t car and have the replacement down to 45 minutes. I replaced the switch now when the second sign of failure occurred. I have a small pouch with all the tools. I need to change the part and have the bolts and screws marked that i have to take out. I even write the date and mileage i change it in my service manual so i almost can tell when the nest failure will occur. I knew something was wrong with the replacement switches when i can buy them at a dealership for any where from $9 for first to $16 this last time. The last thing i bought that cheap was a pair of windshield wipers at a dealership.
Starter failed.
Electrical fire under dash engulfed car parked on driveway after sitting.
Water pump replaced.
Radiator replaced.
Engine noise due to loose engine mounts support brackets.
Whenever vehicle is idling, it would make a rattling noise. Have taken to dealer & informed by mechanic it was crankshaft. This can cause problems with the belts if it overheats.
Pulley on crankshaft split, dealer replaced for free, splitting again.tt
The engine mounts are defective.please describe.tt
While driving at various speeds and coming up to a stop light/signvehicle would stall out. Had no prior warning. Had not been to a dealership to investigate problem.
Crankshaft replaced.
At 55000 miles the crankshaft pulley failed. Consumer was told the air conditioner unit failed and it was not necessary to repair it and the failure was really with the crank shift pulley.
The leaking head gasket caused the engine to fail. Yh
Car was sitting in garage and car caught on fire. Please describe .
Engine stalls in traffic without warning, 3 to 5 times a week, happens during weather tempatures of 85 degrees, potential for crash, dealer has no knowledge of what's causing problem.
Vehicle just stops in the middle of the highway without warning. This has been ongoing problem for 6 years. The dealership is not able to correct this problem. Please provide any further details.
Engine fire.
Vehicle stalls at slow speeds, 35 mph and when coming to a stop.
Engine replaced.
Consumer was traveling at 30-35mphand started smelling smoke coming through the vents of vehicle. Consumer pulled into driveway & got out.within minutes,vehicle caught on fire. Consumerwill contact manufacturer & federal trade commission.
Car was sitting in garage and car caught on fire. Please describe .
Muffler failed.
This vehicle is not covered under recall# 96v071000concerning electrical system: ignition switch.ignition switch must be maneuvered for some electrical system parts to function.for instance, air conditioner will come on by maneuvering the ignition switch.also,electric seat belts/powerwindows/ turn signals, andbrake lights don't operate.
This vehicle is not covered under recall# 96v071000concerning electrical system: ignition switch.ignition switch must be maneuvered for some electrical system parts to function.for instance, air conditioner will come on by maneuvering the ignition switch.also,electric seat belts/powerwindows/ turn signals, andbrake lights don't operate.
This vehicle is not covered under recall# 96v071000concerning electrical system: ignition switch.ignition switch must be maneuvered for some electrical system parts to function.for instance, air conditioner will come on by maneuvering the ignition switch.also,electric seat belts/powerwindows/ turn signals, andbrake lights don't operate.
Replacement of fuel pump 3 times.
Intermittentlyvehicle jerksand shuts down.the dealer has replaced various parts of the fuel system.the dealer has not been able to duplicate the problem.
Notice gas pouring out of the gas tank lid.tt
Notice gas pouring out of the gas tank lid.tt
The contact owns a 1992 mercury topaz.while driving between 25-30 mph, the vehicle would not move forward.it only rolled backwards into traffic.the vehicle is currently with a mechanic.the vin was unknown.the failure mileage was 30.
Automatic transmission cable linkage was repaired. There are numerous service bulletins that refer to this problem *cj
Transmission replaced.
Automatic transmission cable linkage was repaired. There are numerous service bulletins that refer to this problem *cj
W/auto-trans; vehicle will not shift out of low gear. Vehicle in dealership numerous times w/cause not corrected.tt
Multiple transmission failures.
The automatic shoulder belt on 92 mercury topaz broke.it will not completely retract when you close the door and drive.it seems like the track the system runs in is defective.
Driver's and passengers's side seat belt failure, automatic seat belt failure, motors siezed working.tt
Consumer has had past problems withfront automatic seat belts on both sides.automatic seat belts will not retract back.belt has to be tugged on to retract.motor makes a grinding and rattling noise.
Passenger side seat belt is extremely tight that it is a safety hazard to passenger.yh
Motorized seat belt stopped working. *dsh
To whom this may concern; i brought my daughter's car in for seatbelt repair.there was failure of the shoulder strap to open when getting into the car.my complaint is with the dealership hammonton auto group white horse pike hammonton nj.on 6/25 the car was brought in- charging $80 to diagnose that the switch on the passenger side needed replacing.the part cost $10 the job was to cost $260 - which i feel was a customer ripoff.we decided to get the job done despite the outrageous cost. On 6/26 when we arrived to pick up the car-this service dept fixed the driver side which was never broken in the first place. They did not notice that the passenger side didn't work after an $80 diagnostics fee.i am never going to this particular dealership again. I am also reporting this to the bbb and to whoever else i can complain to. This is why so many americans are not buying from ford anymore.
Motorized seat belt stopped working. *dsh
Automatic shoulder belt is inoperative, will not move or retract when door is opened or closed, causing loss of protection. *ml
This vehicle is not covered under recall# 96v071000concerning electrical system: ignition switch.ignition switch must be maneuvered for some electrical system parts to function.for instance, air conditioner will come on by maneuvering the ignition switch.also,electric seat belts/powerwindows/ turn signals, andbrake lights don't operate.
Failure of the seat belt when driving the vehicle belt comes off the vehicle. Please describe in more details
Passenger side seat belt is extremely tight that it is a safety hazard to passenger.yh
Passenger side seat belt is extremely tight that it is a safety hazard to passenger.yh
The drivers side motorized seat belt is stuck 3/4 of the way back, the only way to use it is to slip it over your head. And also the drivers front seat, the seat welds broke, and you are setting in a reclining position, it is currently being held up with wood.
Seat belts locked after impact and driver could not get out-had to cut seat belt off driver.tt
While driving 25 mph had an accident, in which the middle rear seatbelt malfunctioned, causing the seatbelt to unlatch and the css to be thrown forward.cause unknown.please provide details.
Motor seat belt fails to retract when door is opened.
The driver side shoulder harness broken three times and broke again .tt
The driver's side passive restraint system(shoulder belt) locked up and became non-operational. Whenever the vehicle is started there is a horrible noise that is emitted from the shoulder belt assembly unit. The same identical problem occured with the shoulder belt on the passenger's side. *cj
The driver's side passive restraint system(shoulder belt) locked up and became non-operational. Whenever the vehicle is started there is a horrible nosie that is emitted from the shoulder belt assembly unit. The same identical problem occured with the shoulder belt on the passenger's side. *cj
Shoulder harness restraint is stuck in this vehicle, it will not go foward or backward. Dealer has been contacted.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
The drivers side motorized seat belt is stuck 3/4 of the way back, the only way to use it is to slip it over your head. And also the drivers front seat, the seat welds broke, and you are setting in a reclining position, it is currently being held up with wood.
The driver's side seat frame broke, causingthe seat to tilt backwards..consumer states only one bolt was used to bolt the seat frame down and feels this is a design flaw.
While driving driver's seatback broke, and causeddriver to move backwards unexpectedly which may have caused an accident.please provide further information.
When traveling 30 mph on wet pavement,and upon depressingbrake pedal,pedal traveled to the floor board, causing extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts. Please provide any further details.
Brakes failed.
Master cylinder failed, also replaced front brake rotors/pads.
Front brake disc rotors warp, difficulty stopping vehicle.
Front brake disc rotors warp, difficulty stopping vehicle.
Master cylinder failed, also replaced front brake rotors/pads.
Master cylinder failed, also replaced front brake rotors/pads.
Master cylinder leaked.
During brake application steering wheel locked up. Resulting in vehicle accident.tt
Tilt steering pivot points broke, causing wheel to tilt sideways.
Crossmember bar on the left rear axel broke, causing the vehicle to collapse. Dealer has repaired the vehicle at the owner's expense.
Vehicle is parked and left windows closed , wet weather conditions when returned and floorboard is full of water.
Consumer took car out for a test drive andit seemed fine. However,after consumer left the lot, left ball joint broke,causingvehicle to swerve all over the road.consumer had to drive 10mph to get vehicle home.
Tires failed.
Cruise control inoperative.
Cruise control was set at 40 mph got stuck and would not release even by hitting the cruise control button or applying brakes,which resulted in anaccident.
Sticking of accelerator throttle in open position while driving, vehicle goes into high idle when slowing down or stopping.tt
Consumer turnedon the heat and anti-freeze started leaking out from under the dashboard on the driver's and passenger's side. The vehicle was on but not in motion. The passenger sustained 2nd degree burns, approximately 8 inches long and 2 1/2 inches wide. The owner of the vehicle will contact someone from the ford motor co.
Electrical short,consumer turned on the rear defroster/defogger and smoke came from the back window and the rear window shattered.
The wire that goes to the heater blower switch, heats up and melts the wire and the plastic part of the switch, the wire was replaced by owner last year. This has happened again on 9/25/97. The switch was ok, but the wire had to be replaced. Owner replaced the wire.
Heater control switch failure.
Heater control switch failure.
Heater core control switch failure.
This vehicle is not covered under recall# 96v071000concerning electrical system: ignition switch.ignition switch must be maneuvered for some electrical system parts to function.for instance, air conditioner will come on by maneuvering the ignition switch.also,electric seat belts/powerwindows/ turn signals, andbrake lights don't operate.
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