There are no safety recalls for the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer, but owners have filed 82 complaints with NHTSA.
2005 Mercury Mountaineer problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Structure | 29 | |
| Power Train | 22 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | |
| Engine | 7 | |
| Steering | 5 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | |
| Electrical System | 5 | |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Visibility | 4 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | |
| Air Bags | 3 | |
| Equipment | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 19
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 11
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
- Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 3
- Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate — 3
- Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 2
- Power Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 56,750 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 2005 Mercury Mountaineer complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · reported Aug 3, 2023
The truck bearing keep going out the spark plugs overloaded and I canât accelerate at times when Iâm driving it slows down then starts back up
Power Train · reported Feb 2, 2023
The Transmission won't shift into 3rd and 4th gear, hitting hard into gears at starting, slipping begins after 35 mph..replaced torque converter.
Engine · reported Aug 10, 2022
started losing power ,did not want to go pas 30 miles per hr ,then it ramed up and came to a stop with no acceleration ,i shut it off then start it again and was able to get home at a low rate of speed while continuing to have these problems, another day while far away from home the engine rammed up again minimizing my speed as the transmission was slipping and not go fast then my O/D over drive went on flashing a light ,while the engine kept steady at 20-30 miles per hour while accelerating increasing no speed ,now my SUV will not run wright, it will kick into gear at times constantly and…
Unknown or Other · at 1 miles · reported Sep 18, 2020
The plastic that hold the visor arm on place crumbles. Both sides were affected. The outer shield plates seem ok it's only the piece that I can only guess, 'stabalizes' the visor when you move it from front to side of the car. It looks like they're about $30-$80 each to replace. This is a 3rd hand vehicle however the mileage is fairly low for this year at 127,408. These are not plastic pieces that are in the sun a lot, they aren't at all but crumble like plastic can because of sun exposure. There is glue in the photo that I put on as a temporary fix but it peels off easily.
Tires · reported Mar 8, 2019
The contact owns a 2005 mercury mountaineer equipped with four cooper discoverer h/t tires, size: 245/65r17. The contact stated that all four tires rumbled and rode roughly instead of providing a smooth, stable ride while driving at any speed. The vehicle was taken to a tire facility more than five times, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was contacted, but had not requested that the tires be sent to them for testing. The contact waited over two years for a response from the manufacturer and decided to replace the tires on his own. Once the tires were…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 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 2005 Mercury Mountaineer?
Owners report structure problems most often (29 reports), followed by power train (22). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 56,750 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.