Oil leaks out of the top of the engine when first driven, causing vehicle to smoke until oil is burned out. Vehicle also dies unexpectedly when driving in hot weather. The ignition has been replaced three(3) times by consumer using rebuilt, new and manufactured parts.
1991 Mercury Topaz electrical problems
13 complaints (33% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 33%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Ignition5
- Ignition: switch4
- Wiring: interior/under dash1
- Wiring: front underhood1
- Wiring1
- Alternator/generator/regulator1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Mercury Topaz electrical problems in other years
Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition
- What is wrong
- The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.
- Risk
- This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
Recall number 96V071000 · Recall details
What 1991 Mercury Topaz owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When riding in traffic vehicle stalls after a period of sitting and trying to accelerate. Dealer has been contacted. Problem was suppose to be fixed, but vehicle is still stalling.
Vehicle caught fire due to defective ignition switch. A recall has been issued on the vehicle's make/model. However, the consumer was not notified prior to the fire. Dealer has refused to reimburse for or replace car. *ak
Had just started vehicle & left it parked & running. Left for a moment. After returning, noticed flames around the edges of the hood. Called fire department. They put flames out & informed owner it was electrical wiring & harness. Vehicle was totaled.
Vehicle stalls out without any warning, almost resulting in a crash, dealer says there is no problem.
Electrical short in the ignition switch, causing the vehicle to catch fire in the steering column.
Car was parked, turned off and it caused a fire. Please describe .
Ignition cable assembly shorted, causing fire in steering column/melting wiring in dash.
An electrical fire caused by the wiring in the ignition. Please describe. Tt
Alternator replaced 4 times within 2 years; light comes on dash; alternator malfunctioned, causing loss all vehicle power. Tt
Questions about the 1991 Mercury Topaz electrical
Does the 1991 Mercury Topaz have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the electrical of the 1991 Mercury Topaz, 33% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1991 Mercury Topaz electrical problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Mercury Topaz electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 96V071000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mercury Topaz have the most electrical problems?
The Mercury Topaz model years with the most electrical complaints are 1990 (21 complaints), 1991 (13 complaints) and 1993 (13 complaints).
Other 1991 Mercury Topaz problems
Brakes 8Seat belts 8Engine 6Fuel system 5Acceleration 4Body 1Lights 1Locks 1Seats 1Steering 1Suspension 1Transmission 1Visibility 1
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