Table 1 shows 27 common power train related problems of the 2002 Mercury Mountaineer. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (37 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (25 problems).
Transmission would not shift into third gear. 70000 miles no towing just street driving. Had to have the transmission rebuilt. Seems to be common issue for Ford on 2002 Mercury Mountaineers and Ford explorers. Read details...
Body : to much rust, corrosion, on rear of truck other failure or detachment of exterior body like rear gate frame components, and other structural components that may present a safety hazard. Electrical : electrical systems and items such asa wiring and cable on or inside the door, ignition Read details...
While driving my vehicle the o/d light starts flashing very fast. I can hear the vehicle revving as I am pressing on the gas. All of a sudden a hard pop and then the vehicle starts to accelerate. I try to continue home and the vehicle gets to around 30 mph and does it again, as time goes on (same Read details...