2007 Mercury Montego: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 36 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is vehicle speed control (26% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jul 2011
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the failure was due to an electrical shortage in the taillight because of an accumulation of moisture inside the taillight assembly. The contact was informed that the taillight assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Nov 2024
“Reference tsb 11-10-21, the car will surge and try to move forward quickly when at low idle and slowly moving at times when the car is close to another car such as parking in a parking lot. If the driver isn't quick-reacting with the foot already on the brake pedal, the auto could move quickly and contact the nearby auto or structure before the brake is pressed stopping the vehicle from lurching/surging forward. There is a tsb issued, but it should be a safety recall due to the risk of contacting another nearly vehicle or structure. It has steadily grown more frequent over the past year.”Owner report · Engine · Jul 2019
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mercury montego. The contact stated that the front driver side seat belt hesitated to unlatch intermittently. In addition, after the driver side seat belt was unlatched, it no longer latched into place. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 169,000.”Owner report · Seat Belts · Apr 2016
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“Tl* the contact owned a 2007 mercury montego. While driving 10 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle jerked before eventually stopping. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 45,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 2015
“An electronic device known as the smart junction box has failed 3 times since new.the first two times it was replaced under the original manufacturer"s warranty. The warranty has expired and it failed again. This part is very expensive costing in excess of $500.00 plus labor charges which I must pay. When this part fails, the signal lights, brake stop lights and other devices do not work which are essential for safe operation. Vehicle reliability and security are in serious concern.”Owner report · Electrical System · Sep 2015
“Traveling at freeway speed, vehicle lights all flickered the lost power..engine continued to run, was able to coast vehicle to shoulder of 35w, apply brakes and stop. Turned off vehicle and restarted within a few minutes. No lights no dash lights..flooring the gas pedal able to get 30 mph uphill approximately. At top of hill power came back on..then killed again. Tow called. Currently at garage where sensors are showing transmission problem. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mercury montengo. The contact stated while in park, the vehicle started to make a loud whining noise without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the transmission cvt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,000 and the current mileage was 67,500. Updated 08/12/14*lj updated 8/30/2017*cn”Owner report · Power Train · May 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mercury montego. The contact stated that the vehicle made a loud noise while the gear was placed into reverse. In addition, the vehicle failed to respond while in reverse. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 49,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Oct 2013
“This is the 3rd headlamp assembly that's been replaced on the car, the bulb keeps melting. I've contacted ford & they say that there's no problem or complaints. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · May 2013
“Car lunges forward and backwards when putting into gear (drive or reverse). It is extremely noticable to passengers and others. It is dangerous, as you have no control over the lunging motion that could possibly pin someone walking nearby as you are parking the vehicle. It appears this is a common problem that has been reported by many and action needs to be taken by the maker to correct the problem. *tr”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Sep 2012
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
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 WELDS BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL FILLER NECK SPUD WHICH CAN AFFECT THE STRENGTH OF THE JOINT. SOME FUEL TANK SPUD WELDS MAY NOT PROVIDE THE EXPECTED STRENGTH IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE REAR IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE. AN IMPROPER WELD CAN RESULT IN A CRACK IN THE JOINT WHICH COULD ILLUMINATE THE EMISSIONS MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT, CAUSE A FUEL ODOR, OR ALLOW FUEL TO LEAK OUT.
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.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2007 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Open VIN decoderFrequently asked questions
Is the 2007 Mercury Montego reliable?
NHTSA has 36 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2007 Mercury Montego. The most complained-about area is vehicle speed control (26% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2007 Mercury Montego problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 70,000 miles or less.
Does the 2007 Mercury Montego have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.