MYRModel Year Report

2006 Mercury Monterey

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2006 Mercury Monterey
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:42.795Z

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
44
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

77% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 283 complaints 2004 2005: 119 complaints 2005 2006: 44 complaints 2006 44 2007: 7 complaints 2007
2004: 283 complaints 2004 2005: 119 complaints 2005 2006: 44 complaints 2006 44 2007: 7 complaints 2007
2004: 283 complaints 2004 2005: 119 complaints 2005 2006: 44 complaints 2006 44 2007: 7 complaints 2007

2006: 44 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2004283
2005119
200644
20077

Known problem areas

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

Power train

77% · 34 reports

Most commonly citing torque converter and automatic transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

Takata inflators. Driving in traffic without warning vehicle just stops moving in heavy traffic.believe solenoid to drive tranny is faulty.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-15

I was driving down the road, just normal driving, posted speed or below,. Had gas pedal down and suddenly the vehicle has no power. Had to push to the side. Can move gear shift, but car doesn't go into any direction, forward or backward.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-23

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mercury Monterey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle decelerated without warning. The vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-01

Service brakes

9% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Vehicle speed control

7% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing cruise control.

Traction control system

5% · 2 reports

Engine and engine cooling

5% · 2 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Mercury Monterey. On six or seven occasions, the ABS light illuminated. The vehicle also lost power, hesitated, and decreased in speed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-02-20

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    2006-03-15Structure06V069000 On certain vans equipped with the power liftgate option, the power liftgate motor automatically disengages after the liftgate is powered open.

    Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the power liftgate module to reduce the likelihood that the liftgate could fall free of charge. The recall began on March 15, 2006. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2006-08-04Fuel system, gasoline06E056000 Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n F65277, shipped from January 16 through June 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect…

    Remedy: Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2006. Owners may contact ufi filters USA at 800-230-5876.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2010-08-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 2011-07-15 Engine Stalling
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    2012-04-23Engineering analysisClosed 2013-05-02 Corrosion of Third-Row Seat Attachment
  5. I
    2012-09-28EQClosed 2012-12-31 Stabilus Rear Liftgate Struts Failing
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    2013-03-28Seats13V081000 Ford is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Freestar and Mercury Monterey vehicles manufactured from March 24, 2003, through November 7, 2006, equipped with a third row seat and originally sold…

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new third row seat latch striker mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2006 Mercury Monterey — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 34 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06V069000 · Structure
  • Recall 06E056000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 13V081000 · Seats
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 2006 Mercury Monterey?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 77% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Mercury Monterey have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

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