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2004 Mercury Montego recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2004 Mercury Montego, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
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Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2004 Mercury Montego vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Mercury Montego problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Wheels1
Power Train1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1
  • Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 12,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Mercury Montego complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 130,000 miles · reported Nov 2, 2014
Opened lift gate to remove package from trunk area, hinge broke and the lift gate fell on my husband's head. He was struck with the hitch/locking mechanism. Wondering if these lift gates issues (Including those recalled for 2002 & 2003 models) have any correlation to the lift gate panels cracking from below the wiper assembly, around the logo, to the bottom of the lift gate panel. I AM really struggling with the reasoning that there are not enough complaints for the 2004 model to issue a recall. Is it going to take some getting hit just right in the head and dying? There is no warning.
Power Train · at 12,000 miles · reported Apr 26, 2005
2004 mercury mountaineer I've experienced multiple transmission problems; a hard jerking when you place it in reverse,and rough shifting while on the highway. Dealership made multiple attempts to repair, and often said they can't duplicate the problem. Also, cruise control quits working intermittently, replaced but still a problem.
Wheels · at 100 miles · reported Mar 25, 2005
Whenever the vehicle shifted in reverse, the right rear wheel made a loud squealing noise. Vehicle was taken to the dealer on four separate occasions. Dealer informed the consumer that moisture penetrated into the wheel, and they were unable to resolve this problem. The information was sent to the manufacturer for analysis.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Mercury Montego have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2004 Mercury Montego as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Mercury Montego?

Owners report wheels problems most often (1 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 12,000 miles.

Are Mercury recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercury dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.