1995 Mercury Villager lights problems

24 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 24
of this car's complaints: 7%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Tail lights
9
Brake lights
8
Headlights
3
Turn signal
2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Mercury Villager lights problems in other years

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 1995 Mercury Villager owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 16, 2006 · Lights · 144,110 miles · MO

Dt*: the contact stated during a state inspection the brake and running lights continually failed to illuminate. Although, the bulbs were replaced six times the lights continued failing. The fuses were inspected, but were not the reason for the failures. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 96v253003, regarding the tail lights. The vehicle had the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. Update 3/9/2006 -

Filed Feb 21, 2003 · Lights · MD

The headlight lens fogged up and do not provide proper lighting at night.

Filed Aug 9, 2001 · Body, Lights · KY

Driver door lock control fails to lock or unlock 3 doors. Electrical short causing radio memory to clear. The rear AC/heater starts and stops when dash switch is in the "rear" position.

Filed Mar 22, 2001 · Lights · ID

Rear lamp socket may not illuminate because metal can in lamp socket moves or separates form plastic socket housing. Please provide further information.

Filed Sep 29, 1999 · Lights · MO

Brake light lamps are not working properly.

Filed Apr 19, 1999 · Lights · OK

Recall repair (96v‑253) not completed due to lack of parts, tail light lamp. Mjs

Filed Dec 22, 1998 · Lights · FL

Consumer received a recall letter for rear lamps and sockets. The consumer stated that since receiving the letter, the parts have been unavailable. The manufacturer has yet to be contacted. Recall number 96v253003.

Filed Dec 9, 1998 · Lights · NY

Received recall notice 96v253003, concerning tail lights. Called at least 2 dealers & each dealer said they had no parts at that time. Manufacturer did not send parts to either dealer as of yet.

Filed Dec 1, 1998 · Lights · NY

Received recall notice 96v253003. Took vehicle on appointed day. After arriving was informed parts were sold, and owner would be notified when parts became available again. Owner has not heard anything.

Filed Nov 20, 1998 · Lights · NY

Consumer has received an recall letter saying to bring vehicle in to be inspected. Manufacturer recall #mn-96s61, the federal safety agency #96v253003. Dealer does not have parts.

Questions about the 1995 Mercury Villager lights

Does the 1995 Mercury Villager have lights problems?

Owners have filed 24 complaints about the lights of the 1995 Mercury Villager, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1995 Mercury Villager lights problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1995 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).