1986 Mercury Lynx Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1986 Mercury Lynx. 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.

• 89V170000Oct 13, 19891,375,500 vehicles potentially affected
  Seats
  Covers: Mercury Lynx 1985–1987, Ford Escort 1985–1987

  Reported issue: The forward outboard pedestal of the seat track of driver's seat may be susceptible to fatigue fracture.

  Possible consequence: This could result in a limited degree of rocking motionof the drivers seat assembly upon acceleration or deceleration, which couldcause an accident.

  Remedy: Install a reinforcement on all models and a new seat track as necessary

  Full campaign details →

• 87V139000Sep 4, 19873,600,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Mercury Lynx 1986–1987, Ford Escort 1986–1988, Lincoln Town CAR 1986–1988 +18 more

  Reported issue: Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.

  Possible consequence: Coupling could disengage due to fuel pressure,vibration, and engine movements; this would cause loss of fuel which, inpresence of an ignition source, creates a fire risk.

  Remedy: Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.

  Full campaign details →

← All problems reported for the 1986 Mercury Lynx