general problems of the 2007 Mercury Montego

An electronic device known as the Smart junction box has failed 3 times since new. The first two times it was replaced under the original manufacturer"s warranty. The warranty has expired and it failed again. This part is very expensive costing in excess of $500. 00 plus labor charges which I must pay. When this part fails, the signal lights, brake stop lights and other devices do not work which are essential for safe operation. Vehicle reliability and security are in serious concern.

Traveling at freeway speed, vehicle lights all flickered the lost power. . Engine continued to run, was able to coast vehicle to shoulder of 35w, apply brakes and stop. Turned off vehicle and restarted within a few minutes. No lights no dash lights. . Flooring the gas pedal able to get 30 mph uphill approximately. At top of hill power came back on. . Then killed again. Tow called. Currently at garage where sensors are showing transmission problem.

This is the 3rd headlamp assembly that's been replaced on the car, the bulb keeps melting. I've contacted Ford & they say that there's no problem or complaints.

The contact owns a 2007 Mercury Montego. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the fuel gauge and speedometer backlights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.