MYRModel Year Report

2007 Mercury Montego

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2007 Mercury Montego
RENDERED 2026-11-01T01:43:54.186Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
36
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Vehicle speed control

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 135 complaints 2005 2006: 85 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2007 36
2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 135 complaints 2005 2006: 85 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2007 36
2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 135 complaints 2005 2006: 85 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2007 36

2007: 36 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20043
2005135
200685
200736

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Vehicle speed control

33% · 12 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Multiple instances of my car accelerating while in a lower RPM such as at a stop light, drive thru window and parking lots. Especially increased instances when the air conditioning is running.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-03

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Engine speed fluctuates suddenly with no operator input (Throttle pedal), especially when shifting (Automatic) transmission from park to reverse or drive. Causes vehicle to lunge during parking maneuvers.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-06

Power train

25% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

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I got my 2007 Mercury Montego premier from my mom, who I bought it from. At that time, there was only 52,000 miles on it. At 52,000 miles, whenever the car would be put in drive or reverse, it would lunge forward.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-09

Electrical system

17% · 6 reports
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The contact owns a 2007 Mercury Montego. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-09-25

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Service brakes

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Fuel/propulsion system

6% · 2 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2008-10-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-04-09 Tire valve cracking
  2. I
    2011-05-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-02-07 Idle instability
  3. R
    2011-08-16Fuel system, gasoline11V355000 Ford is recalling certain model year 2007 Ford five hundred and Mercury Montego vehicles manufactured from September 5, 2006, through September 11, 2006. The fuel tanks may not have consistent…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The safety recall began on August 16, 2011. Owners may contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Mercury Montego — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 11V355000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2007 Mercury Montego 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 2007 Mercury Montego?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Mercury Montego have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.