Recalls for 1991 Mercury Tracer

DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT

Posted on: 1994-06-23
Description
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.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
System: suspension; independent front.equipment description: offset rear toe adjusting pin.note: if you have any problems with the pin replacement reimbursement program,please contact dana service center at 1-800-248-9606.  Also, contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER

Posted on: 1993-04-28
Description
The roll pins securing the ignition lock in the steering column housing can separate or move out of position.

Consequence
The ignition lock cylinder may disengage from thesteering column housing which could cause the steering column to lock up,resulting in loss of vehicle control and a possible accident.

Corrective Action
If one or both of the roll pins are missing or not fully inserted, the ignition lock housing will be replaced, along with the door-locks and the liftgate or deck-lid locks so that key compatibility is maintained.  If both pins are present and fully inserted, a plastic snap-on sleeve will be installed as a precaution to prevent the roll pins from coming out.

Notes
System: steering.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Posted on: 1992-08-26
Description
Fatigue cracks can develop in the solder joint between the fuel return tube and the fuel pump sending unit located at the top of the fuel tank.

Consequence
Should a crack develop, fuel vapor can escape from thetank when the tank is full, and a small amount of fuel can leak from the crack.fuel leaks can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition.

Corrective Action
Install a new fuel pump sending assembly.

Notes
System: fuel system.vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel pump sendingassemblies produced by ford electrical and fuel handling division (fehd).