1982 Mercury Lynx Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 1982 Mercury Lynx has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).

5Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Lynx?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1982 Mercury Lynx recalls

Seat Belts:Rear/Other

Recall 85V067May 21, 1985515,000 vehicles affected

Seats

Recall 84V071Jun 15, 1984261,400 vehicles affected

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Recall 83V063Jun 22, 1983610,000 vehicles affected

Seat Belts

Recall 83V013Feb 17, 1983245,000 vehicles affected

Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner

Recall 82V045May 11, 1982113,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1982 Mercury Lynx problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Structure1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Steering1

What owners report

1996-06-01, Engine And Engine Cooling
COOLING FAN RUNS CONTINOUSLY. *SD
1996-05-16, Electrical System
UPON TURNING ON IGNITION SMOKE STARTED COMING UP FROM UNDER STEERING COLUMN. *AK
1995-10-26, Structure
REAR STRUT UNIBODY TOP SUPPOTS RUSTED, CAUSING REAR WHEELS TO FALL INWARD INTO CAR, DISABLING VEHICLE. *AK

1982 Mercury Lynx questions

Does the 1982 Mercury Lynx have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1982 Mercury Lynx: Seat Belts:Rear/Other; Seats; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch; Seat Belts; Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1982 Mercury Lynx?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Structure (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1982 Mercury Lynx has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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