Table 1 shows four common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2002 Mercury Mountaineer. The number one most common problem is related to the fuel injection (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the gasoline fuel system (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fuel Injection problems | |
| Gasoline Fuel System problems | |
| Tank Mounting problems | |
| Fuel Pump problems |
Upon purchase, a raw gas odor was noticeable--returned to dealer--no problem found; returned at 4000 miles with same problem--replaced fuel injector; third time major fuel leak from right side fuel rail at upper seal on cyl 3 & 4 o-ring replaced--dealer had us call tow service and the dealer Read details...
This is a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer with a v8 engine. The vehicle accelerates on its own with no driver input from a stop. It lurches both in drive and in reverse. Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer. While attempting to place fuel in the vehicle, the nozzle stopped after three gallons and gas began spilling out. The fuel gauge indicated that the gas tank was empty. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they performed an unknown repair. Read details...