Mercury Comet years to avoid
Across 1967–1977, no single Comet year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1972 drew the most complaints; 1977 the fewest.
2
Total complaints
9
Recall campaigns
1967–1977
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Comet year
Common questions
What is the best year for the Mercury Comet?
By complaint volume, 1977 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Comet years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mercury Comet have?
Across all model years, the Comet has 9 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.