MYRModel Year Report

1992 Mercury Topaz

◆ Worse than typical
1992 Mercury Topaz
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:36.972Z

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
62
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1992

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

29% of complaints

Complaints per year

1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 10 complaints 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1987: 16 complaints 1987 1988: 21 complaints 1989: 47 complaints 1989 1990: 48 complaints 1991: 40 complaints 1992: 62 complaints 1992 62 1993: 73 complaints 1994: 63 complaints 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1998: 1 complaint
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 10 complaints 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1986 1987: 16 complaints 1987 1988: 21 complaints 1988 1989: 47 complaints 1989 1990: 48 complaints 1990 1991: 40 complaints 1991 1992: 62 complaints 1992 62 1993: 73 complaints 1993 1994: 63 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 10 complaints 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1986 1987: 16 complaints 1987 1988: 21 complaints 1988 1989: 47 complaints 1989 1990: 48 complaints 1990 1991: 40 complaints 1991 1992: 62 complaints 1992 62 1993: 73 complaints 1993 1994: 63 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1998: 1 complaint 1998

1992: 62 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19831
198410
19855
19869
198716
198821
198947
199048
199140
199262
199373
199463
19951
19981

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

29% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIRE
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Car was sitting in garage and car caught on fire. Please describe .

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-26

Seat belts

27% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing webbing and anchorage.

Electrical system

18% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing switch and ignition.

FIRE
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Vehicle caught on fire from the steering wheel.*mr when the vehicle was started flames burst out from the steering wheel. The vehicle was recalled (96V-071000) but the consumer never received the notice.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-05

This vehicle is not covered under recall# 96V071000 concerning electrical system: ignition switch. Ignition switch must be maneuvered for some electrical system parts to function.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-29

Also filed under Equipment

Service brakes

11% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Power train

8% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    1992Complaint volume 62 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. I
    1996-05-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-09-30 Engine cooling fan fires
  3. R
    1996-06-07Electrical system96V071000 The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    1997-03-31Engine and engine cooling97V019000 These vehicles are originally sold or currently registered in the following states: Alaska, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. The vehicles involved are 1992-1994…

    Remedy: Dealers will install an electrical jumper harness containing an automatic resetting circuit breaker to protect the fan motor low speed circuitry from overheating.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1992 Mercury Topaz — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 17 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 96V071000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 97V019000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1992 Mercury Topaz reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Mercury Topaz is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Mercury Topaz?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Mercury Topaz have?
2 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.