Two problems related to noises during shifting 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: we have experienced the vehicle rapidly downshifting from 4th gear to 2nd gear without warning. This has happened when driving in longer distance in city traffic. We are afraid of being rear ended. The vehicle also does not run properly when cold. When outside temperatures are in the 20?s (20 degrees on the fahrenheit scale) it will only go between 10-15 mph until warm. Wheels feel like they are spinning. The vehicle also makes a howling noise (sounds computer generated) at between 55-70 mph. The transmission was replaced at 11,000 miles. It did not solve the problems. Ford has offered a cash settlement of $6200. 00. We do have the extended warranty. Can these problems be fixed? the first issue is the one of greatest concern.
A violent jerk is present wheh shifting out of park. A noise can be heard on an intermittent basis before jerk occurs. Dealer has been contacted.