1985 Mercury Topaz
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 6
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1985
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1985: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 47 |
| 1990 | 48 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 62 |
| 1993 | 73 |
| 1994 | 63 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1998 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
Intermittent sudden acceleration. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-29
Electrical system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing module.
Show complaint excerpts
Vehicle dies when stopped at traffic light. Eec processor is bad. Recall that relates, but not included. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-08-08
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first
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1985-11-05Suspension85V145000 Rear supension control arm-to-spindle attachment bolts may be subject to fracture causing the rear spindle to separate during use of car.
Remedy: Replace rear suspension bolts as necessary.
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1986-03-26Engineering analysisClosed 1989-07-28 Seatback failure
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1987-05-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-01-21 Stalling
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1988-03-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-09-19 Halfshaft failure
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1989-04-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-09-06 Speed control malfunction
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1996-01-11Defect petitionClosed 1996-01-19 Rear brake system failure
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1996-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-05-28 Rear brk adjuster failure
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2007-10-15Fuel system, gasoline07E064000 Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between August 2006 and July 2007 for use on the…
Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
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Date not on fileElectrical system85V134000 The unexpected open throttle causes an increase in engine speed which could result in loss of control of the car and a potential crash.
Remedy: Replace electronic engine control processor, if necessary.
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Date not on fileSuspension85V086000 Rear suspension control arm-to-spindle attachment bolts may be subject to fracture during use of car.
Remedy: Replace rear suspension bolts as necessary.
Buy-smart checklist
1985 Mercury Topaz — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 85V134000 · Electrical system
- Recall 85V086000 · Suspension
- Recall 85V145000 · Suspension
- Recall 07E064000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1985 Mercury Topaz reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1985 Mercury Topaz?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1985 Mercury Topaz have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.