Electrical System Related Problems of the 1997 Mercury Tracer

Table 1 shows nine common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Mercury Tracer. The number one most common problem is related to the horn assembly (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the electrical system (six problems).


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1997 Mercury Tracer

The Horn Assembly problem

The horn suddenly goes off and won't stop until the fuse is pulled-especially in the middle of the night. I have had to disconnect the horn fuse and drive around with no horn for a year now due to this malfunction.   Read details...

The Electrical System problem

The airbag light illuminated, and the vehicle began smoking and then caught on fire. (claim#18-0629-945)   Read details...

The Dash Wiring problem

This car is a Ford Mercury Tracer, 1997, VIN #1melm10p2vw6246 there was a smell of burning acid and a small amount of smoke. About two hours later the car burst in flames we lost the entire interior.   Read details...


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