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1994 Mercury Villager lights problems

26 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 90,000. 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
26
of this car's complaints
10%
typical mileage
90,000
crashes
2
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Tail lights
    11
  • Brake lights
    9
  • Headlights
    3
  • Turn signal: switch
    2
  • Turn signal
    1
  • Tail lights: switch
    1
  • Headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch
    1
  • Brake lights: switch
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Mercury Villager lights problems in other years

19931994199519961997199819992000

Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Mercury Villager lights

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Headlights 6

Related recalls

Exterior lighting: tail lightsReported August 17, 1998 · 72,940 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The rear lamp socket may not illuminate because the metal can in the lamp socket moves or separates from the plastic socket housing.
Risk
This can result in malfunction of the stop or rear running lamps. Center high mount stop lamp function is unaffected. Rear lamp malfunction can result in following drivers not being alerted to the subject vehicle's presence or intended actions, particularly in the case in which both lamps have malfunctioned.
Remedy
Dealers will install a revised rear lamp socket and wiring assemblies.

Recall number 96V253003 · Recall details

What 1994 Mercury Villager owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 31, 2009 · Lights · IN

Headlights are severely clouded/weathered. This greatly reduces the available light when driving at night. Definitely a safety issue. Have not attempted any repairs yet.

Filed Jul 18, 2007 · Lights · 90,000 miles · MA

Ford told me the VIN didn't show up on their recall records. As a result, the car was either repaired already or wasn't subject to the recall. According to the federal safety agency recall 96v253003 recall the car should be included in the recall since it experienced the same problem as mentioned in the recall. This problem has never been repaired by a dealer. I had no idea why it didn't come up on my VIN . But the customer representative kept saying it was not in their records.

Filed Jul 7, 2004 · Lights · 137,000 miles · KY

While braking rear tail lights failed to work. Recall 96v253000. This vehicle was not covered under the recall due to VIN.

Filed Sep 5, 2003 · Lights · 95,000 miles · TX

The rear lamp stops working looks like the metal in the lamp socket deteched from the plastic socket. The light bulb keeps falling out. Contacted the dealer and ford and they were not able to resolve the issue.

Filed Jul 8, 2003 · Lights · KY

Consumer called complaining about having problems with rear headlamp socket on the tail light. Manufacturer was contacted, and stated that consumers vehicle VIN was not included on the recall, but consumer was having the same problem as the recall indicated.

Filed Oct 11, 2002 · Lights · SC

Consumer noticed the rear tail and brake lights are not working properly. Dealer has been notified. Please provide fiurther information. Mr

Filed Jan 2, 2002 · Fuel system, Lights · NY

There was a real strong smell of fumes inside the vehicle and the smell would get worse if the heater was turned on, vehicle was taken into dealer and they replaced hoses, but the problem still occurs. *ak consumer stated that all the lights would remain on, dealer corrected the light problem, also gas fumes would come through the vents, dealer replaced a gas pipe and that did not correct the problem, again took the vehicle back they claimed the gas tank was leaking and they said it was taken out and repaired, the next morning, there was a puddle of gas under the vehicle, the vehicle was towed back to the dealer, consumer believes the dealer did more damage to the gas tank, or it was never replaced, consumer is not comfortable with this vehicle and never will be therefore she wants chevrolet to reimburse here the full amount for the vehicle, all costs for all repairs and all medical bills for the past six months she was complaining of headaches, nausea, and vomiting from the gas smell.

Filed Dec 17, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · IL · crash

2 front engine manifold bolts sheared off, causing exhaust leak into vehicle and possible head warping problems in the future.the rear tail lights have blown bulbs on an average of 4 a year ,once resulting in a rear end collision. My ignition switch is so screwed up, it is impossible to remove the key safely so I am forced to leave it in at all times.my wiper/turnsignal switch has been a joke from day 1, the techs couldn't figure it out until the warrantee was over and tried to charge me for it.

Filed Dec 10, 2001 · Electrical, Lights · CA

Brake lights for vehicle have failed approximately four times, dealership has examined vehicle four times and replaced fuse each time, this remedy has not corrected the problem.*ak

Filed Oct 17, 2001 · Lights, Visibility · NJ

There are no rear brake lights on vehicle. Consumer has contacted dealer and dealer stated there was a recall for brake lights. *ak consumer was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. Windshield sometimes quit working, turning the switch off and on will get them to work again. Heat takes about an hour before it gets warm.

Questions about the 1994 Mercury Villager lights

Does the 1994 Mercury Villager have lights problems?

Owners have filed 26 complaints about the lights of the 1994 Mercury Villager, 10% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1994 Mercury Villager lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 90,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Mercury Villager lights?

Yes, 1 recall: 96V253003. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Mercury Villager have the most lights problems?

The Mercury Villager model years with the most lights complaints are 1994 (26 complaints), 1995 (24 complaints) and 1993 (18 complaints).

Other 1994 Mercury Villager problems

Engine 90Fuel system 53Brakes 22Visibility 15Electrical 12Seat belts 12Transmission 9Acceleration 7Body 7Airbags 6Tires 6Steering 5Locks 4Seats 2Suspension 2Wheels 1

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