Table 1 shows one common exterior lighting related problems of the 2007 Mercury Montego.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tail Light problems |
The contact owns a 2007 Mercury Montego. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, the vehicle lost automotive power. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the failure was due to an electrical shortage in the taillight because of an accumulation of moisture inside the taillight assembly. The contact was informed that the taillight assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000.