Table 1 shows four common seats related problems of the 2003 Mercury Mountaineer. The number one most common problem is related to the mid/rear seats assembly (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the front seat recliner (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems | |
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Front Seat Power Adjust problems | |
| Front Seat Head Restraint problems |
To this date the following problems are present: gas gauge sticks, air bag warning light comes on and off, driver's side door rattles and knocks, driver's side window taps, driver's side window grinds while moving up and down, clock and radio do not light up or work when start vehicle, sun roof Read details...
When using the recline seat handle, the seat would lurch forward, this caused a minor head injury. While the consumer was lowering the middle back second row seat she bent over the seat to gain access to the release lever. Read details...
The driver's seat moved by itself towards the steering wheel. Consumer encountered this upon entering the vehicle, and after it has been parked. Once driving the vehicle the seat moved back to the position it was in on its own. The seat will not stay in the position, even when set manually. Read details...