2004 Mercury Mountaineer recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer, but owners have filed 210 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

210

Crashes / fires

11 / 2

Injuries / deaths

16 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Mercury Mountaineer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Mercury Mountaineer problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	85
Power Train	67
Vehicle Speed Control	21
Electrical System	16
Engine and Engine Cooling	12
Air Bags	12
Unknown or Other	9
Engine	8
Suspension	7
Visibility	6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	5
Steering	5

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 39
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 36
Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate — 18
Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate › Hinge and Attachments — 14
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 4
Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit — 4
Power Train › Driveline — 3
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 68,000 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 Mountaineer complaints

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

Power Train · reported Jun 21, 2021

This vehicle is has a power train problem from day one with the 5R55S/W transmission and AWD transfer case. I purchased this vehicle where it stranded my family over 200 miles from home and it's a non running car. This vehicle should have been removed from being sold with this defect and crushed! I will never buy a FoundOnRoad Dead ford pos ever. The transmission went into neutral with out any notice. To repair the faulty drive train I will cost me aprox $2400.00 mileage 152,000 third time the drive train has been worked on.. There tranmissions were failing in a little as 50,000 miles.

Air Bags · reported Jan 6, 2019

Takata recall air bag light stays on for no apparent reason... All the time grinding noises while turning left or right sounds like gears are freely spinning while engaged and driving. No issues with changing gears as far as mechanic says.

Suspension · at 90,000 miles · reported Mar 28, 2018

Humming in front at all speeds FT wheel bearings where bad. Now right rear bearing making noise. Very loose . Lots of other complaints online need to be looked at

Structure · at 135,000 miles · reported Dec 11, 2017

1. Paint coming off of roof and driver's door. 2. Rear passenger side and driver side power windows not working. 3. Cracks in plastic area of rear lift gate around wiper arm. 4. Almost lost control and potential accident on interstate when right rear wheel came loose.

Unknown or Other · at 190,000 miles · reported Jul 6, 2017

This was very dangerous!! Right hinge broke which dropped right side of glass putting pressure on the glass which made it explode. Glass covered me with a few minimal cuts

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer?

Owners report structure problems most often (85 reports), followed by power train (67). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 68,000 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.