1986 Mercury Topaz Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1986 Mercury Topaz recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1986 Mercury Topaz.

Most common 1986 Mercury Topaz problems

Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	3
Electrical System	3
Steering	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Equipment	1
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Exterior Lighting	1

What owners report

2000-06-23, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
SUDDEN APPLICATION OF FOOT BRAKE CAUSES RIGHT FRONT BRAKE TO LOCK. NO BRAKING ON OTHER 3 WHEELS. ABLE TO STOP ONLY BY USING HAND BRAKE AND STEERING TO AVOID COLLISION. REPLACED BRAKES TO NO EFFECT. *AK

2000-05-05, Electrical System
WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE BECAME VERY HOT AND STALLED OUT DUT TO THE TFI IGNITION MODULE BEING TOO CLOSE AND MOUNTED ON THE SIDE OF THE DISTRIBUTOR. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

1998-03-03, Exterior Lighting
HEAD LAMP SWITCH FAILS.

1996-07-25, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
REAR BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGE DUE TO AUTOMATIC ADJUSTER FAILING TO MAKE ADJUSTMENTS. *DH

1996-06-10, Steering
PILLAR OF BLUE SMOKE THROUGH CENTER OF INSTRUMENT PANEL VENT AND IGNITION SWITCH LOCKUP, THERE HAS BEEN SEVERAL OCCURRENCES. *AK

1986 Mercury Topaz questions

Does the 1986 Mercury Topaz have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1986 Mercury Topaz at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Mercury Topaz?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Electrical System (3), Steering (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1986 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.