1988 Mercury Tracer Wagon Base
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- Photo: Mercury Tracer 5dr by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: MercuryTracer232 by dave_7, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Mercury Tracer - Flickr - dave 7 by dave_7 from Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercury Tracer 5-door by Accord14, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: WhiteMercuryTracer by Ryanandlenny, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1988 Mercury Tracer Wagon Base is a 1.6-liter inline-4 wagon with an automatic 3-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $10,007 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The Tracer Wagon measures 169.0 inches long on a 94.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,233 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $10,007 ($27,492 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L I4 |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 3-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 11 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13-in. aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 13-in. aluminum alloy |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 169 in |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 94.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,233 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 51 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 51 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1988 Mercury Tracer Wagon Base 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 1988 Mercury TRACER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 27, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THAT LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
NHTSA campaign 95V103011
May 22, 1989 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
SOME LAP SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS WERE BUILT WITH CERTAIN OUT OF TOLERANCE COMPONENTS.
Consequence: RETRACTORS MAY LOCK AT LOW BELT PULL OUT RATES, THISCOULD DISCOURAGE SEAT BELT USAGE.
Remedy: REPLACE FRONT LAP SHOULDER BELT ASSEMBLIES, AS NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign 89V085000
Jun 15, 1987 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
INCORRECT FUEL FILLER NECK ATTACHMENT SCREWS WERE USED TO ATTACH THE NECK TO THE REAR QUARTER PANELS.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A RATTLE BETWEEN THE FUELFILLER PIPE AND THE SURROUNDING BODY STRUCTURE.
Remedy: REPLACE INCORRECT SCREWS WITH NEW BOLT/WASHER ASSEMBLIES.
NHTSA campaign 87V092000
23 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1988 Mercury TRACER
Owner Complaints
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Mercury TRACER (4 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Air | 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 1988 MERCURY TRACER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.