1993 Mercury Tracer problems
The Mercury Tracer is an automobile manufactured and marketed by Ford's Mercury division for model years 1987 through 1999, over three generations in three- and five-door hatchback, four-door sedan, and five-door station wagon configurations.
The first generation was marketed as a subcompact; the two succeeding generations were sold in the compact segment. All three generations derived from the Mazda 323/Protegé.
After 1999, Mercury ended sales of the Tracer; while the Ford Escort was later replaced by the Ford Focus, Mercury exited the compact segment. A planned Tracer fourth generation was projected for 2012, cancelled by the closure of the Mercury brand at the end of 2010.
Social links
Common 1993 Mercury Tracer problems
The 1993 Mercury Tracer is known to have several common problems based on complaints from its owners. One of the most frequently reported issues is related to the transmission. Owners have reported occasional problems with the transmission, such as jerking when taking off from a stop. This can be a sign of a problem with the transmission's internal components or the torque converter, which may require replacement or overhaul.
Another common issue is related to the engine. The 1993 Mercury Tracer has been reported to have engine problems, with owners mentioning issues such as engine stalling and the need to replace the engine entirely. This could be due to various reasons, such as worn-out internal components, faulty sensors, or ignition system failure.
The car's electrical system has also been reported to have issues, with owners mentioning problems such as engine/transmission sensors shorting out. This can lead to various issues, including poor performance, reduced fuel efficiency, and even complete engine failure.
The heating and ventilation system has also been reported to have issues, with owners mentioning that the heater fan and vent system are not as functional as they used to be. This can be a sign of a problem with the system's internal components, such as the blower motor or the heater core.
The car's interior has also been reported to have issues, with owners mentioning that the seat belt return doesn't stop the seat belt in an easily accessible location anymore. This can be a safety concern and may require replacement or repair of the seat belt system.
Finally, the car's exterior has been reported to have issues, with owners mentioning that the floor is rusting. This can be a sign of a problem with the car's body panels or the undercoating, which may require replacement or repair.
In summary, the 1993 Mercury Tracer has several common problems related to the transmission, engine, electrical system, heating and ventilation system, interior, and exterior. These issues can range from minor inconveniences to major safety concerns, and may require replacement or repair of various components. It is important for owners of this car to be aware of these issues and to address them promptly to ensure the car's safety and reliability.
Is a Mercury Tracer a good car?
Vehicle overview
The Tracer's low price, decent reliability and above average crash test scores have consistently offered recent college grads and young families an attractive set of American wheels. After a major redesign in 1997, the Tracer has seen only minor upgrades in '98 and '99.
What is the Mercury Tracer equivalent to?
The Mercury Tracer is an American counterpart of the Australian-market Ford Laser KE, sold in Japan, Asia, and South Africa. While sharing a slightly different body, the Laser shared a common chassis with the front-wheel drive Mazda 323, designated the Mazda BF platform.
What is the Ford version of the Mercury Tracer?
Mercury Tracer | Second generation (1991–1996)
While remaining a counterpart of the Ford Laser, the redesign also made it a Mercury counterpart of the American Ford Escort (alongside the renamed Mazda Protegé sedan).
What is the value of a 1997 Mercury Tracer?
The value of a used 1997 Mercury Tracer ranges from $141 to $635, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
What is the Mercury Tracer equivalent to?
The Mercury Tracer is an American counterpart of the Australian-market Ford Laser KE, sold in Japan, Asia, and South Africa. While sharing a slightly different body, the Laser shared a common chassis with the front-wheel drive Mazda 323, designated the Mazda BF platform.
What is the Ford version of the Mercury Tracer?
Mercury Tracer | Second generation (1991–1996)
While remaining a counterpart of the Ford Laser, the redesign also made it a Mercury counterpart of the American Ford Escort (alongside the renamed Mazda Protegé sedan).
How much horsepower does a 1988 Mercury Tracer have?
Specifications for Mercury Tracer 4-door 1.6 Automatic, 72hp, 1988.
What year did they stop making Mercury Mariners?
2011
The 2011 model year was the last for the Mercury brand. The Mariner has a roomy interior and great visibility out of the large windows. Handling is relatively nimble.
1993 Mercury Tracer car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mercury Tracer problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Gasoline problems
- Service brakes problems
- Power train problems
- Fuel system problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1993 Mercury Tracer vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1993 Mercury Tracer
The NHTSA has received 93 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1993 Mercury Tracer. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1993 Mercury Tracer vehicles.
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-03-15
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 3MAPM10J5PR
- Components: AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1993 MERCURY TRACER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WERE THREE INJURIES REPORTED THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. MAILED 10/16/14*LJUPDATED 11/13/14*LJ UPDATED 4/29/2015 *JS
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-12-30
- VIN: 3MAPM15J4PR
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 MERCURY TRACER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TWO BOLTS THAT HOLD THE FRONT AXLE IN PLACE DID NOT HAVE THE HOLE DRILLED IN THE BOLT THAT HOLDS THE CASLATED NUT AND THE CUTTER PIN. THE BOLT SIZE WAS IRREGULAR AND NO ONE WAS ABLE TO REPLACE THE BOLT THAT WAS .034 INCHES IN DIAMETER. ONCE THE BOLT DRIFTED OFF, IT WOULD LOOSEN, DROP OFF INTO THE ROAD, AND CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO TAILSPIN. HE STATED THAT HIS FINGERS WERE ABLE TO REACH AND TWIST THE BOLTS. IN ADDITION, THE BOLTS ON THE POWER STEERING DETACHED. HE STATED THAT THERE SHOULD BE A TOTAL OF FOUR BOLTS TO SUPPORT THE AXLE, BUT THERE WERE NOT. THE ORIGINAL DESIGN WAS LABELED AS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT THAT COULD HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED IN THE ASSEMBLY LINE OF FORD MOTOR COMPANY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER DOES NOT NEED TO BE NOTIFIED. THE POWERTRAIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 103,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-12-29
- VIN: 3MAPM15J4PR
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TWO BOLTS HOLD THE FRONT AXLE IN PLACE. TWO ON EACH SIDE. THESE '!@#$% BOLTS ARE .43 INCHES IN DIAMETER AND ARE THREADED 20 TPI. (THESE DO NOT CONFORM TO ANY STANDARD BOLT I COULD FIND IN THE LITERATURE, METRIC OR SAE). THESE FOUR BOLTS ARE FITTED WITH CASTELATED NUTS, A VERY GOOD IDEA. HOWEVER, THE BOLT HAD NO HOLE DRILLED FOR THE NECESSARY COTTER PIN. ON MY VEHICLE, THE NUT LOOSENED AND FELL OFF. THE BOLT EVENTUALLY WORKED ITSELF UP AND OUT OF THE HOLE. I WAS GOING 65 MPH ON THE US 5 FREEWAY AND SLOWLY TURNING ON TO THE 405 FREEWAY. THE STEERING OF THE CAR WAS LOST. I ALMOST HIT TWO ADJACENT CARS. THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL WAS POINTING SIDEWAYS, PIVOTING ABOUT THE REMAINING BOLT. HOW I GOT THE CAR STOPPED WITHOUT DAMAGE,I DON"T KNOW. 1. WHY NOBODY IN 13 YEARS DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM OF THE MISSING COTTER KEY HOLE. ASK FORD. 2.WHY IN THE YEAR 2007 DOES FORD NOT SELL REPLACEMENT BOLTS OR NUTS, AS THESE ARE '!@#$% PARTS. 3.AS THIS WAS A LEMON RECALL AUTOMOBILE; WHY NOT MAKE THE CORRECTION AT THAT TIME? 4. UPON LOOKING AT THE DAMAGE . I NOTICED THAT THE REMAINING BOLTS (3) WERE VERY LOOSE. IN ADDITION TO THE AXLE BOLTS BEING LOOSE, I NOTICED THAT THE 4 BOLTS THAT HOLD THE POWER STEERING TO THE FIRE WALL WERE LOOSE. 5. I FEEL THAT THE STEERING AND BRAKES ON A CAR ARE IMPORTANT. ENOUGH SAID. 6. AN AUTOMOBILE GETS ONLY ONE CHANCE TO KILL OR HURT ME. I GAVE THE CAR AWAY AFTER MAKING REPAIRS. NO MORE FORDS FOR ME. *JB *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-15
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3MAPM15J2PR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 1993 MERCURY TRACER, 1.9L SOHC. IGNITION CAUGHT ON FIRE. BURNT UP EVERYTHING INCLUDING THE STARTER, IGNITION SWITCH, START SAFETY SWITCH. THIS CAUSED SMOKE IN THE CAB AND ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THEN WHEN I PULLED THE KEY OUT AND WENT TO UNHOOKED THE BATTERY CABLE THE CAR TRIED TO START ITSELF.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-15
- VIN: 3MAPM1484PR
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I HAVE A 1.8 ENGINE AND I NEEDED IT TO BE REBUILT. I DID NOT PUT ANY MILES ON THE ENGINE WHEN THE TRANSMISSION DECIDED TO DIE. THIS CAR IS AN IMPOSSIBLE CAR TO GET PARTS FOR. IF I CAN GET THE PARTS, THE BOOK OR THE COMPUTER GIVES ME THE WRONG PART AND CANNOT FIND A REPLACEMENT PART. I NEED A PARTS BOOK AND WHATEVER TO REBUILT THE TRANSMISSION AND IT CAN NOT BE FOUND. WHERE CAN I FIND PARTS THAT DO NOT COST ME THREE TIMES THE AMOUNT THAN OTHER CARS. THIS CAR HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT A PAIN FOR ME.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-25
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: AFTER HEARING A FLAPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE TIRES WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED THE TIRES HAD SEPARATED. *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-12
- VIN: 3MAPM10JXPR
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: MOTOR SEAT BELT WOULD STICK MIDWAY AND LOCK UP, AND WOULD CONTINUE TO RUN, LEAVING OCCUPANT UNRESTRAINED . DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME.*AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-15
- VIN: 3MAPM15J6PR
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER WAS NOT ABLE TO TURN RIGHT, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE FROM REAR END. MECHANIC DETERMINED BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS WERE BROKEN IN THE SAME PLACE.*AK
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-06-20
- VIN: N/A
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 25-30 MPH HOOD LATCH BROKE, CAUSING HOOD TO FLEW UP INTO WINDSHIELD. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-06-28
- VIN: 3MAPM10J2PR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR STALLED AFTER 15-20 MINUTES OF DRIVING PRIMARILY IN THE SPRING AND SUMMER. STALLING SEEMED DIRECTLY RELATED TO HEAT. THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL IDILING OR AT 65 MPH, WHICH WAS VERY DANGEROUS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. FINALLY, A YEAR AND HALF AFTER THE, AND THREE MECHANICS, THE MERCURY DEALER ISOLATED THE PROBLEM TO THE EEC IV PROCESSOR. THEY REPLACED THE PROCESSOR AND THE STALLING HAS STOPPED. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-22
- VIN: 3MAPM10J0PR
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE TOWED BACK TO DEALER TWICE. THE SECOND TIME THE DEALER CHARGED $300 FOR BRAKE REPAIR. VEHICLE IS NOW AT ANOTHER REPAIR SHOP FOR SAME PROBLEM, INCLUDING AXLE DAMAGE. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-01-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SOMETIMES WHENEVER TRYING TO START VEHICLE WILL NOT START. AT OTHER TIMES VEHICLE WILL START RIGHT UP. STARTER AND THE BATTERY HAVE BEEN CHANGED. HAS NOT CONTACTED DEALER YET. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-25
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 3MAPM15J7PR
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: FAILURE OF ALL SEATBELTS CAUSED INJURIES WHICH INCLUDE BLINDNESS AND BRAIN DAMAGE.
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-01
- VIN: 3MARM10J2RR
- Components: AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT KEEPS LIGHTING UP ON THE DASH PANEL. THIS CAUSES HORN NOT TO WORK BECAUSE AIR BAG IS HAVING A PROBLEM. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK CRUISE CONTROL FAILED. CUSTOMER SAYS THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN TRADED FOR NEW. *YH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-09-14
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3MAPM10J8PR
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING SMOKE STARTING COMING OUT OF THE AIR VENTS. WHEN VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT FUEL PUMP SHORTED OUT THE WIRE HARNESS, WHICH CAUSED A FIRE. FUEL PUMP AND WIRE HARNESS WAS REPLACED AT OWNER'S EXPENSE.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-02-25
- VIN: 3MAPM10J7PR
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHINNING NOISE COMMING FROM REAR DIFFERENTAL. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-20
- VIN: 3MAPM10J7PR
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING OFF AND ON SOMETIMES LOOSING LEGAL DRIVER SPEED. THEN MUST DOWNSHIFT OF PRESS ALL THE WAY DOWN ON THE GAS PEDAL UNTIL IT REACHES NORMAL SPEED.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-20
- VIN: 3MAPM10J7PR
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING OFF AND ON SOMETIMES LOOSING LEGAL DRIVER SPEED. THEN MUST DOWNSHIFT OF PRESS ALL THE WAY DOWN ON THE GAS PEDAL UNTIL IT REACHES NORMAL SPEED.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-15
- VIN: 3MAPM10JXPR
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHILE SITTING IN VEHICLE WITH THE IGNITION RUNNING ABOUT 3 GALLONS OF FUEL LEAKED FROM THE SEAM OF THE FUEL TANK. VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALERSHIP. FUEL TANK WILL BE REPLACED AT OWNER'S EXPENSE. THE FUEL TANK WAS ON NATIONAL BACK ORDER. VEHICLE HAS SAME FUEL TANK AS TRACERS RECALLED FOR 97S80-FUEL TANK HEAT SHIELD MODIFICATION. *AK *ML
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-07-28
- VIN: 3MAPM10J8PR
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE FUEL TANK CRACKED IN AREA WHERE IT'S BOLTED TO VEHICLE. IT'S MADE OF PLASTIC & IS LEAKING FUEL. WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC IT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-03-05
- VIN: 3MAPM10J3PR
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: NONE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WIRING HARNESS IN THE HATCHBACK HAS SHORTED OUT, CAUSING THE BRAKE AND TAIL LIGHTS TO BE INOPERATIVE. DEALER SAID IT CAME FROM ORDINARY WEAR AND TEAR. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-06-16
- VIN: 3MAPM10JXPR
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CONSUMER TRIED TO MOVE THE PAWL FROM PARK TO REVERSE, THE PAWL DID NOT GO ANYWHERE, AND THE TRANSMISSION BROKE DOWN. MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE CONTACTED. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-08-01
- VIN: 3MAPM148PR6
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL FUMES ARE IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT IF MORE THAN EIGHT GALLONS OF FUEL ARE IN THE TANK.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-08-01
- VIN: 3MAPM148PR6
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SPEEDOMETER CABLES MAKES NOISE AS IT TURNS AND THE NEEDLE SHAKES.
1993 Mercury Tracer recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1993 Mercury Tracer.
- Manufacturer: DANA CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Summary: THE OFFSET TOE ADJUSTING PIN CAN FRACTURE UNDER CONDITIONS SUCH AS TORSIONAL LOADS, FLEXING MOTION, IMPACT LOADS, AND OVERTORQUING.
- Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE STEERING CONTROL ANDAN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: DANA WILL PAY FOR REPLACEMENT AND LABOR COSTS OF THE ADJUSTMENT PIN WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE INSTALLING FACILITY AND THE VEHICLE OWNER. THESE PINS SHOULD BE REPLACED BY A FORD ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PIN ASSEMBLY. OWNER OR INSTALLER INQUIRIES CONCERNING THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN SHOULD CONTACT DANA SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-248-9606.
Negative 1993 Mercury Tracer car reviews
Positive 1993 Mercury Tracer car reviews
-
The '93 LTS was my very first car and I got an amazing deal for under five grand. It was in fantastic condition, with power locks, windows, mirrors, sunroof, alloys, a spoiler, and a five-speed transmission. I drove it for a month before the transmission failed, but a neighbor helped me fix it by rebuilding the transmission. After that, the car ran flawlessly for 15,000 miles until I decided to replace it with a '99 Olds Alero in October 2002. Unfortunately, I had to sell it the following year and it was later wrecked and destroyed by an irresponsible driver. It was such a shame because the car was in great shape and it was so much fun to drive, especially on mountain roads.
-
This is such a reliable car! I bought it brand new and have only had to do minor repairs over the years (nothing over $500). I would definitely recommend it!
-
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to let you know that I purchased this car brand new back in 1992 and it has been a great ride so far. It has 95,000 miles on it and I've only had a few minor issues with it. Unfortunately, it seems to be having some transmission problems now. When it's cold, it hesitates a bit and my mechanic has suggested that the transmission needs to be rebuilt or replaced. Despite this, I still think it's a great car and it's always been a lot of fun to drive!
-
This is a great vehicle! It's simple, reliable, and very economical. It can haul a large amount of luggage or anything you need. Plus, it will run with any traffic on any highway, all day long.
-
It sounds like you've had a good experience with your car! The only issue you've encountered is that the brake pads wear out quickly.
Additional sources
More sources of information about 1993 Mercury Tracer problems:
Mercury Tracer Questions - Transmission Problems BIG TIME! Shifts ...
Feb 23, 2008 ... Transmission Problems BIG TIME! Shifts then won't shift! HELP PLEASE! - I have a 1993 Mercury Tracer wagon, 4 cylinder (smallest one) and I ...
1993 mercury tracer automatic transmission problem | FEOA Forums
Feb 11, 2013 ... Depending upon how hot, you might have burnt the transmission fluid. Take a sample of the transmission fluid (you will need something like a ...
1997 Mercury Tracer Problems and Complaints - 6 Issues
... known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 1997 Mercury Tracer ... common issues based on car owner complaints ... 1993 Mercury Tracer problems. (7).
Mercury Tracer Q&A: 97 Station Wagon Fuel Pressure Cranking
Aug 4, 2009 ... 2 OBD Codes: P:1744 & P1443, neither problem should deter the car from starting? Is there a sensor I should check? Is it common to have 40psi of ...
1993 Mercury Tracer Coolant Leak
Related 1993 Mercury Tracer Problems. Find the most common driver-reported problems that are to blame when a 1993 Mercury Tracer is leaking water or coolant.
Other years of Mercury Tracer
Are you having problems with your 1993 Mercury Tracer?
Blaise Kerluke 2024-06-29
Hello! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're sorry to hear that you haven't been satisfied with your car for the past six years. We understand that you've had some issues with the engine and cabin noise, as well as some mechanical problems such as a broken motor mount, leaky radiator, factory mis-aligned rear wheels, stalling, and transmission shift problems. We can imagine how frustrating that must be. Additionally, you mentioned that the car's acceleration is not as fast as you would like. We appreciate your feedback and hope that we can work together to find a solution that meets your needs. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts with us.
Harold Crist 2024-05-21
I purchased my tracer in 1997, and unfortunately, I had problems with it almost immediately. The biggest issue I've had was with the transmission, which required a replacement. It ended up being very expensive, even though my Dad was able to do most of the work himself. While I wouldn't recommend this car to a friend, I hope my experience can help others make an informed decision.
Timmothy Watsica 2024-04-06
This car is great! You'll be amazed at how much you can fit inside. While the gas mileage isn't as good as some other small models, it still gets 26 MPG for mixed driving and no more than 28 on the highway. The automatic seatbelts can be a bit annoying, but overall it's a reliable choice.
Joel Yost 2024-03-07
After 9 years of owning this car, I've only encountered one major issue - a cracked valve seat at 140,000 miles. Although there have been a few minor problems along the way, I've only spent around $2500 on repairs. Despite this, the car has never left me stranded and always starts up and runs smoothly. Even with the cracked valve seat, it managed to limp 60 miles home on 3 cylinders. While it may not be the most powerful car out there, it still manages to reach 100mph (although I'd recommend turning off the A/C before attempting any half-hearted acceleration). On the plus side, the fuel economy is excellent and the fold-down seats and roof rack have come in handy. Overall, I've had a positive experience with this car and would recommend it to others.
Jamison Tromp 2024-01-15
I really enjoyed driving and owning this car. Unfortunately, after only 18 months of ownership, I experienced some reliability issues. The motor would load up badly after using the a/c, which was a bit disappointing. I was even stranded on the side of the road once. Despite these issues, my family and I loved our little wagon. The mechanic diagnosed a dropped valve and a cracked piston, and advised that it wasn't worth fixing. As a result, it now sits in a junkyard. Although some people have reported transmission problems at around 80-90K miles, I didn't experience any issues even after 170,000 miles. Overall, I would still recommend these cars, despite the problem I had. In fact, I'm planning to purchase another one come tax time!