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2007 Mercury Mountaineer problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2007 Mercury Mountaineer sits mid-pack among Mountaineer years: 119 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 157, with a single recall and one closed investigation.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across seats (26), transmission (25), and electrical system (17), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

119

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

6

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Mountaineer years?

Mountaineer NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted504 complaints1996: 3 complaints1997: 399 complaints1998: 298 complaints1999: 182 complaints2000: 164 complaints2001: 32 complaints2002: 504 complaints2003: 220 complaints2004: 271 complaints2005: 113 complaints2006: 153 complaints2007: 119 complaints2008: 156 complaints2009: 8 complaints2010: 24 complaints
Mountaineer NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Mercury Mountaineer problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Seats2622%
Transmission2521%
Electrical System1714%
Engine98%
Speed Control76%
Other65%
Steering54%
Body & Structure54%
Tires & Wheels54%
Lighting43%
Visibility & Wipers33%
Seat Belts33%
Suspension11%
Fuel System11%
Brakes11%
Airbags11%

Does the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07E104000Visibility & WipersDecember 11, 2007 · 1,657 units

Defect

CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BREAK INTO SMALL PIECES AS EXPECTED OF TEMPERED GLASS AND FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 205, "GLAZING MATERIALS."

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT(S) MAY BE SERIOUSLY INJURED BY SHATTERED GLASS.

Remedy

SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIMBURSE WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS FOR CURRENT INVENTORY AND AT A SPECIFIED RATE FOR REPLACING THEIR CUSTOMER'S GLASS. WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE'S WHOLESALE DIVISION, SERVICE AUTOGLASS TOLL FREE AT 1-888-246-6298. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 15, 2008.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“It happens every time I drive this vehicle. The ignition is lose, so the key jiggles and if their is too much bumping or shaking the key slightly moves and the seat and interior lights come on now I’ve tried Combat the issue with keeping the lights off on the interior and thought maybe I could…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · December 4, 2022

“I TURN MY 2007 MOUNTAINEER AWD ON AND IT ACCELERATES, SO I LET IT STOP IDLING HIGH AND IF IT DOESN'T TOTALLY SHUT OFF I THEN PROCEED TO PUT MY TRUCK EITHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE AND IT JERKS VERY HARD. I HAVE ALREADY HIT MY GARAGE BECAUSE I WAS NOT ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. I ALREADY TOOK IT TO FORD…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 16, 2007 · crash

“It happens every time I drive this vehicle. The ignition is lose, so the key jiggles and if their is too much bumping or shaking the key slightly moves and the seat and interior lights come on now I’ve tried Combat the issue with keeping the lights off on the interior and thought maybe I could…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 4, 2022

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THAT THE ENGINE OVERHEATED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 29, 2014

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED ON WITHOUT WARNING, IT ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A STORE. THE POLICE GAVE HER A TICKET FOR CARELESS DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. SHE WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE REPAIRS THAT WERE MADE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 2, 2009 · crash

2007 Mercury Mountaineer — common questions

Is the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer reliable?

It is close to typical for the Mountaineer: 119 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2007 Mountaineer problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are seats (26 complaints), transmission (25 complaints), electrical system (17 complaints).

Does the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Mercury Mountaineer years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Mountaineer years to avoid are 2002, 1997, 1998, 2004. The cleanest record among Mountaineer years belongs to 1996.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.