One problem related to tank filler pipe and cap has been reported for the 1998 Mercury Tracer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
When pumping fuel into the fuel tank, it does not enter the tank properly and backs up in the filler neck, which causes the fuel pump to shut off and fuel to spill from the tank. The vehicle has been at the dealer 3 times for this problem, dealer not able to correct the problem.