1984 Mercury Lynx RS 2dr Hatchback
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- Photo: 1980s Mercury Lynx front by dave_7, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercury Lynx by Bull-Doser., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1980s Mercury Lynx rear by dave_7, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1984 Mercury Lynx RS 2dr Hatchback is a 1.6-liter inline-4 hatchback with an automatic 3-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $8,248 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Lynx measures 163.0 inches long on a 94.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,086 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $8,248 ($25,800 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L I4 |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 3-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 13-in. |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 163 in |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 94.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,086 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 51 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 51 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1984 Mercury Lynx RS 2dr Hatchback with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1984 Mercury LYNX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 12, 1989 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
EXTERNAL CRACKS ABOVE THE NUMBER 3 CYLINDER (1984 MODELS) OR ROCKER ARM COVER GASKETS SPLITTING (1985 MODELS) COULD ALLOW OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
Consequence: ENGINE OIL LEAKING ONTO A HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD COULDRESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy: REPLACE CRACKED CYLINDER HEADS (1984 MODELS); REPLACE ROCKER ARM COVER GASKETS (1985 MODELS).
NHTSA campaign 89V095000
Oct 10, 1984 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE BRAKE LINE MAY BE POSITIONED TOO CLOSE TO AN ENGINE BRACKET. NORMAL ENGINE MOVEMENTS MAY CAUSE THE BRACKET TO RUB AGAINST THE BRAKE LINE.
Remedy: THE BRAKE LINE WILL BE INSPECTED AND REROUTED IF NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign 84V123000
Dec 20, 1983 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE D-SHAPED RING FOR THE SHOULDER BELT ARE INADEQUATELY SUPPORTED BY THE MATERIAL IN WHICH THEY ARE MOUNTED. THE ATTACHMENT DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES".
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW ATTACHING HARDWARE TO IMPROVE THE STRENGTH OF THE MOUNTING.
NHTSA campaign 83V134000
3 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1984 Mercury LYNX
Owner Complaints
3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1984 Mercury LYNX (2 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1984 MERCURY LYNX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.