Mercury Villager owners have reported 4 problems related to engine (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Mercury Villager based on all problems reported for the Villager.
Gas pedal sticking upon acceleration from stop. Whether or not at light, stop sign or leaving parking space. Also having problems when accelerating on highway when pushing pedal down to accelerate. Problem is when I try to pass someone on highway, it feels like it's not getting any gas. Repair facility cleaned throttle chamber which seems to help. However, the problem when trying to accelerate fast when passing someone is still there.
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While driving at any speed vehicle completely shut off.
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Crankshaft broke while driving at 60 mph , causing power loss. This condition could have caused a collision on the freeway. Vehicle inspected by independent repair shop, and informed consumerthat crankshaft has had cracks in shaft before the breakage. Asking NHTSA to look into this matter and provide additional information.
While traveling 75mph vehicle made grave noises & then died out. Maneuvered to side of road. Could not check engine oil due to dip stick not removable. Towed to mechanic & informed consumer tha t under hood froze up due to lack of lubrication.