1985 Mercury Topaz Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1985 Mercury Topaz has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3 reports).

3Recalls
5Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Topaz?

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

1985 Mercury Topaz recalls

Suspension:Rear

Recall 85V145Nov 5, 1985227,027 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Ignition:Module

Recall 85V134Oct 22, 19853,988 vehicles affected

Suspension:Rear

Recall 85V086Jul 3, 1985226,729 vehicles affected

Most common 1985 Mercury Topaz problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Vehicle Speed Control1
Electrical System1

What owners report

1996-07-16, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
REAR BRAKE ADJUSTER, CONTINUE TO FAIL, EVERY 6 MONTHS TAKE THE DRUMS OFF TO ADJUST PE96-005 ACTIVE. *AK
1996-06-01, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
REAR BRAKES FAILED. *SD
1996-05-08, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
PE96-005, REAR BRAKE ADJUSTING PIN FAILURE, CAUSING THE BRAKE NOT TO ADJUST PROPERLY. *AK CONSUMER STATES REAR BRAKES DO NOT AUTOMATICALLY ADJUST, BRAKES HAVE TO BE MANUALLY ADJUSTED EVERY COUPLE OF MONTHS.*JB
1995-08-08, Electrical System
VEHICLE DIES WHEN STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. EEC PROCESSOR IS BAD. RECALL THAT RELATES, BUT NOT INCLUDED. TT
1995-03-29, Vehicle Speed Control
INTERMITTENT SUDDEN ACCELERATION. TT

1985 Mercury Topaz questions

Does the 1985 Mercury Topaz have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1985 Mercury Topaz: Suspension:Rear; Electrical System:Ignition:Module; Suspension:Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Mercury Topaz?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1985 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.

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