One problem related to engine shut off without warning has been reported for the 2002 Mercury Mountaineer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Mercury Mountaineer based on all problems reported for the 2002 Mountaineer.
While going up a hill at 30 mph consumer noticed dash lights flickering on and off. A while later engine shut down, vehicle had to be towed to dealer. On November 1st, while traveling at about 60 mph, engine died. Consumer tried to restart while car was coasting to avoid a rear end collision, luckily vehicle restarted. Consumer felt very lucky. Please provide any further inforamtion.