1999 Ford Mountaineer
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1999
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
2 of 6 total reports mention: tires.
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Sidewall seperation at the tread( DOT number: W2HL tire size: P23575R15 )
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-09-18
Tire blew out while on expressway. I did not hit or run over anything noticable. The vechicle "Fishtailed" And almost turned over.( DOT number: tire size: 23575R15 )
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-09-05
Vehicle speed control
2 of 6 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Tl*the contact owns a 1999 Ford Mountaineer. The contact received a notice for Ford recall number 05S28 in August of 2007 regarding the vehicle speed control. The dealer stated that they do not know when the part would be available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-02-06
Suspension
1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing upper arm.
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When driving at normal speed, if vehicle hits a bump, pulls hard to the left or right. Ford has replaced a number of parts on the front end, and problem keeps recurring.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-15
Air bags
1 of 6 total reports mentions: air bags, most commonly citing sensor/control module.
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Air bag light illuminated and a beeping noise was heard intermittently while driving. Consumer was concerned that air bags may inadvertently deploy without warning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-04-27
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1999-11-19SQClosed 2000-05-23 Airbag system's light dysfunctional
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2001-06-04Tires01X001000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Equipment description: Ford is replacing all firestone…
Remedy: The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on March 31, 2002. However, customers can contact Ford at 1-877-917-3673 or go on-line to www.Ford.com for possible assistance.
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Ford Mountaineer — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 01X001000 · Tires
FAQ
- Is the 1999 Ford Mountaineer reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1999 Ford Mountaineer?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Ford Mountaineer have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.