Mercury Mountaineer owners have reported 184 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 18 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (95 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition switch (15 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
It happens every time I drive this vehicle. The ignition is lose, so the key jiggles and if their is too much bumping or shaking the key slightly moves and the seat and interior lights come on now I’ve tried combat the issue with keeping the lights off on the interior and thought maybe I Read details...
While driving down the road, the seat will suddenly move backwards to the "open door" position, as though the key had been pulled out of the ignition. This creates a very dangerous situation, especially for people with short legs, as one can no longer reach the gas pedal or brake. Read details...
I was driving my vehicle and a light came on that said check the charging system, the car's electrical system completely crashed and all the electrical power to the car died and it literally turned off while I was driving it in the middle of the street. Read details...
Driver seat moves back to the "easy exit" position while driving! had to manually move the seat up with the side controls in order to reach the pedals again. Could not reach the brake! dealer replaced ignition key tumbler, same problem dealer replaced ignition electrical switch, solution Read details...
Fire under hood while driving. Vehicle engine, wiring, battery, front tires, all rubber parts, belts destroyed. Looks to be totaled/burt beyond repair. Read details...