1972 Mercury Comet problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Limited data — recalls on file
NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 1972 Mercury Comet — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.
2
NHTSA complaints
1
Recalls
1
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1972 compare to other Comet years?
What are the most common 1972 Mercury Comet problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 1 | 50% | new |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 50% | new |
Does the 1972 Mercury Comet have recalls?
1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“INSULATION IN THE CAR BLOWS ALL THE TIME THROUGH THE RIPS IN THE INTERIOR OF VEHICLE. THE PARTICLES BURN THE NOSE, EYES AND THROAT”
1972 Mercury Comet — common questions
Is the 1972 Mercury Comet reliable?
The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.
Does the 1972 Mercury Comet have recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1972 Mercury Comet. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.
Is the 1972 Mercury Comet under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.