Model year guide

1993 Mercury Tracer

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1993 Mercury Tracer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1993 Mercury Tracer — representative photo
Representative photo

1993 Mercury Tracer at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints93
Combined23–28 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1993 Mercury Tracer recalls 1

Suspension:front NHTSA Campaign #94E019000 · 02/06/1994

THE OFFSET TOE ADJUSTING PIN CAN FRACTURE UNDER CONDITIONS SUCH AS TORSIONAL LOADS, FLEXING MOTION, IMPACT LOADS, AND OVERTORQUING.

Fix: DANA WILL PAY FOR REPLACEMENT AND LABOR COSTS OF THE ADJUSTMENT PIN WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE INSTALLING FACILITY AND THE VEHICLE OWNER. THESE PINS SHOULD BE REPLACED BY A FORD ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PIN ASSEMBLY. OWNER OR INSTALLER INQUIRIES CONCERNING THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN SHOULD CONTACT DANA SERVICE CENT…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1993 Mercury Tracer common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 93 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

1993 Mercury Tracer MPG & running costs

Combined23–28 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,675
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,375 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1993 Mercury Tracer costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,375
Fuel only$13,375
Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1993 Mercury Tracer vehicles on record

1993 Mercury Tracer 1993 Mercury Tracer3MAPM10J3PR642983

Other Mercury Tracer model years

1997 1995 1994 1991

1993 Mercury Tracer — frequently asked questions

Does the 1993 Mercury Tracer have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1993 Mercury Tracer. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1993 Mercury Tracer?

Across all 93 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, service brakes, power train.

What gas mileage does the 1993 Mercury Tracer get?

The 1993 Mercury Tracer has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.