CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Mercury Milan has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,003 complaints with NHTSA, including 40 crashes, 1 fire, 22 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (248 reports).
2010 Mercury Milan recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards
The driver's side front airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.
Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments
Some front air bag inflators used as replacement service parts may rupture when the air bag deploys.
Brake Valves May Fail to Close, Increasing Stopping Distance
The anti-lock brake system's hydraulic control unit valves can react with brake fluids that contain certain corrosion-preventive additives.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shards
This recall covers certain 2010-2014 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, including Edge, Fusion, Mustang, Ranger, MKX, MKZ, Zephyr and Milan models, depending on model year and where the vehicle was sold or registered.
Passenger Airbag May Not Inflate in a Crash
A bracket that holds the passenger airbag inflator to its module housing can deform during a crash that requires the airbag to deploy.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the front airbags.
Purge valve fault can crack fuel tank and cause leaks
A faulty fuel vapor canister purge valve can cause abnormal pressure changes in the fuel tank.
Most common 2010 Mercury Milan problems
Problem areas named in the 1,003 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 248 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 178 |
| Engine | 159 |
| Power Train | 151 |
| Exterior Lighting | 137 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 109 |
| Air Bags | 106 |
| Electrical System | 105 |
| Service Brakes | 93 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 29 |
What owners report
While driving my 2010 Mercury Milan, the steering suddenly went out, making the vehicle extremely difficult to control. I almost hit another car because I could not steer properly. This was a serious safety concern, and I believe the steering issue needs to be investigated immediately.
The contact owned a 2010 Mercury Milan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was involved in a crash. The contact stated that the vehicle flipped over and landed on its roof of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The contact was later taken to the local medical center. The contact sustained pain and bruises to the chest area, the left and right knees from the impact of the steering wheel, the middle back, and the left side hip. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was deemed a total loss by the insurance company. In addition, the contact stated that an unknown recall for the air bag was completed in 2025
While driving at low speed performing a turn in a residential area, the vehicle suddenly displayed a âSteering Assist Faultâ warning message and the steering wheel became completely locked with essentially no movement possible. I attempted to turn the wheel with extreme force but it would barely move, creating a serious safety hazard. I was fortunately driving slowly at the time. If this had occurred at higher speed or in traffic, it could have caused a crash, serious injury, or even death. Prior to the incident, there had occasionally been a slight amount of unusual tension/resistance felt while turning the steering wheel, although it was minor and inconsistent before the complete fai
I was driving on the freeway and the steering began to stiffen. I got to my destination and decided to check the tires for any ice or snow, thinking that might be why it was difficult to drive but there was no buildup. I made it home and parked the car. The next day, I can't even turn the steering and a warning comes up that says service power steering and advancetrac.
Bought this car less then a year ago with 38k miles and just last week after coming back from vacation my power steering system went while on the expressway. The advancetrac warning light came on and then the service power steering now. The steering wheel was impossible to turn and to make matters worse it was snowing out.
2010 Mercury Milan questions
Does the 2010 Mercury Milan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2010 Mercury Milan: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards; Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments; Brake Valves May Fail to Close, Increasing Stopping Distance; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shards; Passenger Airbag May Not Inflate in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mercury Milan?
Based on 1,003 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (248), Vehicle Speed Control (178), Engine (159).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Mercury Milan has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.