Table 1 shows eight common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer. The number one most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuses and circuit breaker (two problems).
Constumer stated that there is a whining noise when turning wheel all the way to the left or right at slow speeds, dealer replaced the alternator. Read details...
As I parked the vehicle in the garage, I noticed smoke coming from under the hood. I exited the vehicle and observed flames in the upper part of the left front wheel well. I put out the fire but was unable to open the hood. Read details...
Truck caught fire and burnt up while sitting in the driveway turned off due to short in the ignition. (determined by the fire dept. ) Read details...