Two problems related to frame and members have 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.
2002 Mercury Mountaineer. In the past 4 years we have replaced the rear bearings 5 times and now Ford motor company will not honor the warranty. Each time the bearings last between 4 and 6 months.
The bottom frame that supports the window of the hatch is cracked right down the middle. Owner contacted the dealer and was given an estimate for the repair.