Transmission Gear Slipping Problems of Mercury Montego

Mercury Montego owners have reported 2 problems related to transmission gear slipping (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Mercury Montego based on all problems reported for the Montego.

1 Transmission Gear Slipping problem of the 2005 Mercury Montego

Failure Date: 06/30/2011

The contact owns a 2005 Mercury Montego. While driving approximately 35 mph, the transmission began to slip violently in a jerking motion. In addition, a loud noise emitted outside of the vehicle. The failure occurred nineteen different times. The vehicle was diagnosed by a certified mechanic who stated the transmission would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified and they informed the service warranty expired. The approximate failure mileage was 32,000.

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2 Transmission Gear Slipping problem of the 2005 Mercury Montego

Failure Date: 05/01/2008

Transmission seems to slip and sputter while downshifting. Will not accelerate without slipping when heated up.




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