1993 Mercury Capri Problems: 5 Complaints, 1 Recall

The worst 1993 Mercury Capri problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Transmission
2
Body
1
Engine
1
Fuel system
1
Suspension
1

Problems by type

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Transmission
2
Body
1
Engine
1
Fuel system
1
Suspension
1

Recalls 1

Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and linesReported November 5, 1993 · 3,750 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The transmission fluid rubber tube connecting the transmission to the transmission oil cooler located in the radiator can become disconnected from the transmission, resulting in discharge of transmission fluid.
Risk: The discharged fluid could contact the exhaust manifoldor the exhaust pipe, resulting in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a revised line and transmission outlet tube.

Recall number 93V180000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 1993 Mercury Capri

Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Mercury Capri 22

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Aug 6, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding transmission fluid usage charts
Jan 10, 2000 Service bulletinInformation regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip
Sep 20, 1999 Service bulletinInformation on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance...
May 3, 1999 Service bulletinFord motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered...
Dec 7, 1998 Service bulletinFord motor company has released a new electrical grease ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) to reduce the possibility of...
Oct 12, 1998 Service bulletinExperiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system
Apr 27, 1998 Service bulletinInformation on a new transmission fluid usage chart
Apr 13, 1998 Service bulletinInformation on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance
Mar 30, 1998 Service bulletinInformation on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system
Mar 18, 1998 Service bulletinRecommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles

See all 22 bulletins for the 1993 Mercury Capri

What 1993 Mercury Capri owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 22, 2008 · Engine, Fuel system · 260,660 miles · CA

Fuel & oil lines cause engine failure and smokes white and black exhaust. Fuel pump replaced 3 times.

Filed Mar 1, 2004 · Body · 145,000 miles · OH

1993 mercury capri's convertable top handles broke off making the top unusable.

Filed Mar 14, 2000 · Suspension · AZ

Vehicle is missing front and rear stabilizer bar, which according to dealer's brochure, is supposed to be a standard item.

Filed Jul 16, 1998 · Transmission · WI

Transmission failure.

Filed Mar 22, 1998 · Transmission · UN

Transmission failure.

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Questions about the 1993 Mercury Capri

Is the 1993 Mercury Capri reliable?

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1993 Mercury Capri, fewer than a typical Capri model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1993 Mercury Capri?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints. Next is body (1).

How many recalls does the 1993 Mercury Capri have?

1 recall, covering power train.

Was there a recall on the 1993 Mercury Capri transmission?

Yes, 1 recall: 93V180000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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1993 Mercury Capri problems