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2008 Mercury Mountaineer Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 96 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, most often about the seats (56% of complaints, typically around 65,000 miles). It is 6th of 11 Mountaineer model years by number of complaints and has 1 recall.
Most common 2008 Mercury Mountaineer problems
Seats
54 complaints · 56%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: front assembly.
The issue started out while we were driving; the seat would move to the easy exit feature and the dome lights would come on as though the key was removed from the ignition. It's now more frequent and happens when you put the key in the ignition. Turning the key slightly will put in back into the driving position. This…
The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. The contact stated that the front driver's seat moved back independently and the dome light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, who stated that they could not find a defect in the seating switch but the failure still persisted. The manufacture was…
Electrical
39 complaints · 41%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, instrument cluster/panel.
The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. The contact stated that the driver's side seat independently engaged into the easy exit position as the interior lights flashed on and off. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic where a diagnostic was performed, which located the failure at the ignition switch and the…
The issue started out while we were driving; the seat would move to the easy exit feature and the dome lights would come on as though the key was removed from the ignition. It's now more frequent and happens when you put the key in the ignition. Turning the key slightly will put in back into the driving position. This…
Lights
10 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 82,500 miles.
I purchased this used vehicle which is in excellent shape and I love everything about it except the seat issue. After having the car for about a week the power seat started moving on its own. The interior lights will come on and the actual navigation/radio system and driving lights dim. I have looked online and this…
While driving between 50 - 65 miles per hour the electric driver seat will move back into the open door park position and the inside lights will come on. Has happened multiple times since october 2014. There is no set pattern, it is completely random.
Transmission
9 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 38,500 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
My ford Mountaineer 2008 transmission is erratic and the traction control light comes on when the slipping is taking place. Braking is also erratic as I feel a bumping while braking to a stop. It is very dangerous as it feels like to transmission and brake/traction control system is about to go. I called ford and they…
The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. While driving at low speeds, the vehicle hesitated to switch gears without warning. In addition, when the vehicle shifted gears, it jerked violently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on multiple occasions; however, the failure was unable to be duplicated. The vehicle was…
Engine
9 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 75,000 miles. Parts named most often: cooling system.
Vehicle is missing, now shaking. Need spark plug replaced but is stuck. Needed special tool/equipment to get out. Will be very costly. I shouldn't have to have this problem since I only purchased it almost 2 yrs ago. I am really contemplating suing!!
Engine will not turn over. All electronics work. Keep turning ignition key on and off sometimes it will start in a few minutes other times it has to sit for a half hour or more. Dome light will come on for no reason. After reading others having same issues, I turned on easy access and slightly turned ignition key and…
Brakes
5 complaints · 5%While coming up to a red light, the vehicle started making a clunking noise and the brake pedal went to the floor when I tried to stop for the red light. I also lost power steering. Luckily, I finally got the SUV to stop after I pumped the brakes and I was able to avoid hitting the car in front of me. I was close to…
My ford Mountaineer 2008 transmission is erratic and the traction control light comes on when the slipping is taking place. Braking is also erratic as I feel a bumping while braking to a stop. It is very dangerous as it feels like to transmission and brake/traction control system is about to go. I called ford and they…
Other or unspecified
5 complaints · 5%**************************engine will shutoff without warning********************** it has happened with various levels of gas, various weather conditions, and both while stopped and moving. The "check fuel filler inlet" light will come on. Sometimes, the check engine light will remain on, but will clear within the…
Takata recall while my vehicle is in motion, & when I stop at a stop light, it's suddenly shuts off. This has happened several times while on the highway at highway speeds, & on city streets at normal speeds. It has proven dangerous several times. When I put the vehicle in reverse, the vehicle jerks very hard. Also…
Seat belts
4 complaints · 4%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2008 Mercury Mountaineer recalls
Transmission: cooling unit and lines
Risk: If leaking transmission fluid contacts the catalytic converter, it may pose a risk of fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and have the transmission cooler line attachment bolt tightened free of charge. The recall began on august 30, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Full defect summary
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with the 4.6l engine and 6r transmission, the bolt securing the transmission oil cooler line fittings at the transmission may not have been sufficiently torqued during vehicle assembly. As a result, the bolt may loosen and the transmission oil cooler lines may disengage from the transmission, causing a transmission fluid leak.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Tire valve cracking
Summary
On october 14, 2008, odi opened pe08-060 to investigate allegations of cracked and leaking snap-in tire valves in model year (my) 2007 vehicles manufactured by ford motor company.the valves were supplied to ford by topseal auto-parts, a subsidiary of the shanghai baolong automotive corporation in china.valves made by topseal for aftermarket sale were the subject of two recent safety recalls by tech international (08t-018) and dill air controls (08t-028), the latter of which was investigated by odi in pe08-036 and ea08-022.the defect conditions addressed by the aftermarket tire valve recalls both involved inadequate resistance to ozone cracking due to issues with the supply of anti-ozonant ch
Questions about the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: seats (54 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles); electrical (39 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles); lights (10 complaints, typically around 82,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 26, 2007 (transmission). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2008 a bad year for the Mercury Mountaineer?
- It is 6th of 11 Mountaineer model years by number of complaints, with 96 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.