Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering rack and pinion (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems |
Had a wreck coming down the mountain. Emergency brake didn't work ran into a tree and damaged a mailbox (related vehicle information: model year=1998, make=mountaineer , model=Mercury ) Read details...
Vehicle made loud grinding noise and steering didn't feel right. Dealer contacted and replaced rack and pinion on October 19, 1998. However, problem reoccurred. Replaced again on Dec 15, 1998 due to a leak in the rack and pinion. Provide further information. Read details...
The contact owns a 1998 Mercury Mountaineer. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the tire rods, wheel bearings, and Read details...