Mercury Monterey owners have reported 9 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power steering fluid (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Power Steering Fluid problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Power Steering Light On problems | |
| Power Steering Failed problems |
Tl the contact owns a 2004 Mercury Monterey. While driving 15 mph and attempting to make a right turn, the steering ability became very hard. The failure began twenty days ago and worsened. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 Mercury Monterey. The contact stated that the steering failed. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the steering pump was leaking fluid. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 100,000. Read details...
Steering in van became very hard to steer. Had to replace power steering pump and rack and pinion and new belt. . Still difficult to steer. Sitting still or going around turns. Read details...
The contact owns a 2006 Mercury Monterey. While driving low speeds, the vehicle would decelerate and shut off. The contact had to restart the vehicle from the middle of the road. Once restarted, the vehicle functions properly. When the failure occurs, the advance track abs light illuminates. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 Mercury Monterey. While driving 5 mph, the power steering failed without warning. While making a right turn, the steering wheel became stuck and caused the contact to veer into another lane. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Read details...