2007 Mercury Mountaineer
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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 |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 328 |
| 1998 | 236 |
| 1999 | 151 |
| 2000 | 123 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 372 |
| 2003 | 152 |
| 2004 | 210 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2006 | 117 |
| 2007 | 81 |
| 2008 | 96 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 13 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
30% of complaints: seats — 24 distinct reports on file.
26% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
MY 2007 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS UNTIL RECENTLY, THOUGHT IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE OF THE WAY IT DROVE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171104
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED ON WITHOUT WARNING, IT ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A STORE. THE POLICE GAVE HER A TICKET FOR CARELESS DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20091006
The contact owns a 2007 Mercury Mountaineer. The contact stated that after shifting the transmission from park(P) to reverse(R), the vehicle failed to respond. The contact removed and reinserted the fob key in the ignition to correct the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250618
20% of complaints: electrical system — 16 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY 2007 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS UNTIL RECENTLY, THOUGHT IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE OF THE WAY IT DROVE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171104
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. WHILE DRIVING 12-14 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO SLOW DOWN TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL MORE FIRMLY TO STOP THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110209
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED ON WITHOUT WARNING, IT ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A STORE. THE POLICE GAVE HER A TICKET FOR CARELESS DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20091006
6% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN
Remedy: SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIM
Campaign 07E104000 — check if this car was fixed
TIRE VALVE CRACKING
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Mercury Mountaineer — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07E104000 (visibility) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.