Two problems related to transmission noise have been reported for the 2005 Mercury Monterey. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Mercury Monterey based on all problems reported for the 2005 Monterey.
I was driving on interstate 75 at approximately 70 mph. Without warning I heard a loud whining noise and I had no forward power. I somehow was able to steer the car to the side of the road. I required a tow and am being told that the transmission is gone, costing over $3000 to repair. I now know that numerous reports of sudden transmission failure have been made. I believe I should have been made aware of this problem.
Transmission failure. The van started making noises that was coming from the engine compartment. The transmission light then came on and the van started acting like it would not go. Had to basically coast to get the van back home and the transmission light stayed on. Check the fluid and it has not lost any transmission fluid. The transmission is failing.