Mercury Mountaineer owners have reported 281 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 19 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (85 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hatchback/liftgate (40 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Body : to much rust, corrosion, on rear of truck other failure or detachment of exterior body like rear gate frame components, and other structural components that may present a safety hazard. Electrical : electrical systems and items such asa wiring and cable on or inside the door, ignition Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Mercury Mountaineer. The contact stated that the rear liftgate became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and the technician stated that the liftgate and window needed to be replaced. Read details...
The contact owns a 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. After parking the vehicle, the contact noticed the liftgate window hanging off the hinges. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. Read details...
There is a manufacturing fault with the position of the brake and the gas pedal. It is very easy to move the right foot from the gas to the brake and leave enough of the foot on the gas at the same time. It allows the brake to be pressed but also applies gas to give a vehicle a surge while braking. Read details...
Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle, the rear liftgate would not latch and the failure would occur intermittently. One day while driving, a warning light signaled that a door was ajar. Read details...