CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Mercury Montego has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 135 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 2 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (49 reports).
2005 Mercury Montego recalls
Most common 2005 Mercury Montego problems
Problem areas named in the 135 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 49 |
| Electrical System | 29 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 |
| Structure | 10 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
What owners report
This vehicle had a recall performed on it. In the recall, it states that the door does not latch properly in colder weather. Vehicle has been brought to the dealership. They have stated that they have performed the recall service. But when the car is driven, the door still does not latch which causes a safety issue because it will open randomly. This has been brought to Fordâs attention and they have not been able to help with a solution.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCURY MONTEGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR REMAINED OPEN WHICH RESULTED IN A LOSS OF THE NORMAL FUNCTIONS OF INSTRUMENT PANEL DUE TO THE PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR AJAR MESSAGE OVERLAYING ALL OTHER SYSTEM FUNCTIONS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 180,000.
I OWN A 2005 MERCURY MONTEGO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, ALL OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES WOULD ILLUMINATE AND DROP TO ZERO AND THE SEAT BELT INDICATORS WOULD ILLUMINATE AND CHIME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 135,000
WHEN LOWERING THE ORIGINAL CAR'S MANUAL SCISSOR JACK IT GAVE OUT HALF WAY DOWN CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DROP ONTO MY DRIVEWAY SUDDENLY. THE THREADING ON THE POWER SCREW SEEM FINE BUT THE PIN THAT IT FEEDS THROUGH ON THE OTHER END LOOKS MANGLED (SEE PICTURES). WHEN THE JACK DROPPED IT SOUNDED LIKE THE POWER SCREW SLID. NO ONE WAS HARMED.
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2005 Mercury Montego questions
Does the 2005 Mercury Montego have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2005 Mercury Montego: Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mercury Montego?
Based on 135 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (49), Electrical System (29), Vehicle Speed Control (24).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Mercury Montego 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.