CarRecallWatchThe 1984 Mercury Topaz has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (8 reports).
1984 Mercury Topaz recalls
Most common 1984 Mercury Topaz problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
WHEN VEHICLE GETS HOT IT WILL STALL, SOMETIMES VEHICLE WILL NOT START.*AK
TFI MODULE STOPPED FUNCTIONING, CAUSING CAR TO STALL. BUT NOW IT WON'T START. CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 3 OF THESE MODULES WITHIN THE LAST THREE YEARS. CONSUMER WAS VERY UPSET BECAUSE THERE COULD BE AN ACCIDENT.*AK
WHEN DRIVING AT 18 MPH THE VEHICLE IS STALLING AND CUTTING OFF. CONSUMER HAD THE COMPUTER CHIP REPLACED, AND THE DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE CAUS EOF STALLING. *AK
NO SUMMARY LISTE DFOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK
TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR HEATER HOSE REPAIR. WHILE THERE, WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC THAT HEADLIGHT WOULD FLUTTER/FLICKER OFF AND ON. COULD NOT FIND CAUSE OF PROBLEM. *AK
1984 Mercury Topaz questions
Does the 1984 Mercury Topaz have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1984 Mercury Topaz: Seats; Suspension:Rear; Suspension:Rear; Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; Interior Lighting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Mercury Topaz?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (8), Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Exterior Lighting (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1984 Mercury Topaz 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.