1991 Mercury Capri Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1991 Mercury Capri. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 92V080000Jun 2, 1992648 vehicles potentially affected
  Air bags
  Covers: Mercury Capri 1991–1992

  Reported issue: The air bag modules do not meet the ford specifications for high ambient temperature performance.

  Possible consequence: At high ambient interior vehicle temperatures above140 degrees, the air bag may tear and malfunction upon deployment.

  Remedy: Replace the air bag modules with modules that meet specifications.

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• 91V009000Jan 8, 19914,200 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission › Cooling unit and lines
  Covers: Mercury Capri 1991

  Reported issue: The rubber tube that connects the transmission to the transmission oil cooler (in the radiator) may disconnect causing discharge of fluid.

  Possible consequence: Discharged transmission fluid may strike the exhaustmanifold or the exhaust pipe and result in a fire.

  Remedy: Install revised line and clamps to improve line retention to the transmission.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE93035Windshield wiper failureClosed · Apr 8, 1993

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