1992 Mercury Grand Marquis: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis: 3 recalls, 255 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #99V124000 · 1999 · 262,695 vehicles
What's wrong: The speed control deactivation switch can develop a resistive short in the electrical circuit that could potentially result in an underhood fire. A fire is possible both when the vehicle is running and when the vehicle engine is off. Also, the short could disable the speed control system or cause the brake light fuse to open.
Why it matters: A fire can originate in the left front underhood area.
The fix: Dealers will install a new speed control deactivation switch and connector shell. Owner notification began May 20, 1999.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #07V336000 · 2007 · 3,600,000 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch May, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Why it matters: This could result in an underhood fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. Owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. As soon as repair parts are available (expected October…
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #08V051000 · 2008 · 225,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity.
Why it matters: As a result, the fuse is located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and May not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground.
The fix: Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on February 18, 2008.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 27 mention a fire, 114 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (46): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (9), noise or vibration (7).
- Electrical (41): the most common themes are electrical failure (14), fire / smoke (12), stalls / loses power (6).
- Speed control / throttle (31): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (6).
- Transmission & drivetrain (29): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (10), noise or vibration (3).
The 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis has 255 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 22 Grand Marquis model years for complaints (1.5× the average Grand Marquis year). Complaints peaked in 1995 (63 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 114,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1991 (82 complaints, 1 recalls), 1993 (144 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis problems?
Owners have filed 255 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (46), electrical (41), speed control / throttle (31).
What gas mileage does the 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (4.6 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.