CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 117 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (43 reports).
2006 Mercury Mountaineer recalls
Most common 2006 Mercury Mountaineer problems
Problem areas named in the 117 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 43 |
| Power Train | 39 |
| Engine | 14 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Seats | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. The contact stated that her husband informed her that the vehicle had experienced an unknown radiator failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the radiator was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was repaired for a second time by an independent mechanic; however, the failure persisted. The local dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 143,869.
My shifter continuously wonât come out of park. Multiple other people with the same kind of vehicle have posted on forums with the same issue. Itâs happened weekly for a year or more. I keep getting told thereâs a recall on it but canât find it.
There is a known issue with the cluster panelâs relay that has caused my headlights to flash off and on randomly as it malfunctions.
MY CAR WILL JERK AS I'M DRIVING RPMS GOING HIGH WHILE NO SPEED IS PICKING UP. WITH JUMP OUT OF GEAR WHEN AT STOP LIGHT. LOUD GRINDING NOISE FROM TIRES COULD HAVE FOOT ALL THE WAY DOWN ON GAS PETAL AND GO NO FASTER.
2006 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 123,000 MILES. NOTICE (BOTTOM) OF BOX SUBFRAME, LOCATED REAR DRIVER SIDE ONLY. FOWARD OF REAR AXLE, HAS EXCESSIVE CORROSION IN A LENGTH OF 8 TO 10 INCHES. CORROSION HAS ROTTED THROUGH THIS AREA. VEHICLE HAS 123000 MILES ON IT. ALSO VEHICLE HAS SURFACE CORROSION ALL OVER BOTTOM OF SUBFRAME. FORD DID NOT APPLY CORROSION COATINGS ON THIS SUB FRAME PROPERLY. THIS COULD BE A HAZARD FOR OTHER VEHICLES AS WELL AS TIME GOES ON. NOTICE OTHER FORD VEHICLES HAVE NUMEROUS PROBLEMS AND RECALLS WITH SUB FRAME CORROSION, RANGING FROM 2001 THROUGH 2014. FORD'S VENDORS THAT FABRICATE THESE PARTS SHOULD BE UPDATED WITH MODERN PROCEDURES TO APPLY CORROSION PREVENTED COATINGS ON THE
2006 Mercury Mountaineer questions
Does the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer: Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer?
Based on 117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (43), Power Train (39), Engine (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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.