Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 1998 Mercury Villager

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1998 Mercury Villager. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (two problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Mercury Villager


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 1998 Mercury Villager

The Door Latch problem

The vehicle automatic door locks automatically lock the doors this has happened innumerable occasions. This began shortly after purchase of the vehicle in 1998, and continues today. The doors ar not to lock if the keys are in the ignition, and they do.   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

1998 Mercury Villager. The consumer states all of the doors are locking on their own. This has happened a couple of times. The vehicle has not been inspected by the dealership to see why this was occurring. He has not yet contacted Mercury. This started on August 15, 2005.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem

Vehicle locks automaticallty while being driven, sitting still in parking lot, garage, etc. This has happened on several occasions. The date indicated below is just the last time.   Read details...


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