2008 Mercury Milan
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 213 |
| 2007 | 434 |
| 2008 | 451 |
| 2009 | 226 |
| 2010 | 1001 |
| 2011 | 187 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
47% of complaints: air bags — 210 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
TAKATA RECALL RECIEVED RECALL NOTICE ON JULY 2016 AS OF THIS DATE STILL NO PARTS. RECIEVED LETTER NOVEMBER 2017 NO PASSANGER TO RIDE IN FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180221
TAKATA RECALL. STILL WAITING ON COMPANY TO EITHER REPLACE, REPAIR THE AIRBAGS IN MY CAR. NO CRASH YET. WHY WOULD I WAIT?
NHTSA ODI report, 20171125
INVOLVED IN A SERIOUS MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH ON 8/14/08 IN MY VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THIS WAS A SIDE, ALMOST T-BONE IMPACT, AND THE CURTAIN/SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080930
39% of complaints: service brakes — 178 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
The ABS brake function checked out during the recall window on Nov. 2 of 2021. The Ford dealer mechanics purged the brake system with fresh fluid and tested the function. Tested OK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231127
4% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, COULD NOT STOP UNTIL SHE STRUCK THE TWO PARKED VEHICLES. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20140529
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY MILAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DECELERATE AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE CONTACT THEN CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130603
4% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 16 distinct reports on file.
3% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
TIRE VALVE CRACKING
Accel Pedal Interference - Acc Floormat
Floor mat interference with accelerator
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain all weather driver side accessory floor mats sold for use in model year 2006-2011 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2007-2011 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured November 9, 2007,...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement mats, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S07.
Campaign 14E028000 — check if this car was fixed
Extended Braking Distance
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Ford Ranger vehicles, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles, and 2005-2011 Ford...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge.
Campaign 16V384000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas,...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge.
Campaign 17V024000 — check if this car was fixed
Extended Braking Distance
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary.
Campaign 19V904000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion, Lincoln Zephyr, Lincoln MKZ, 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, and Lincoln MKX vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with an alternate one, free of charge.
Campaign 21V158000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Mercury Milan — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (210 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (178 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14E028000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V384000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V024000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V158000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2008 Mercury Milan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Mercury Milan is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercury Milan?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Mercury Milan have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.