2004 MERCURY MONTEREY
5 recalls, 346 complaints - 83 TSBs
13V081000 Mar 7, 2013
SEATS
Defect Description
Ford is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Freestar and Mercury Monterey vehicles manufactured from March 24, 2003, through November 7, 2006, equipped with a third row seat and originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massac... Read more
Consequence
In the event that the vehicle is crashed into from the rear, an unlatched seat may increase the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new third row seat latch striker mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.
12V006000 Jan 9, 2012
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AND 2005 FORD FREESTAR AND MERCURY MONTEREY VEHICLES. THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT MAY FAIL.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION RESULTS IN A SUDDEN LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WITH NO WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 9, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
06E056000 Jun 13, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE... Read more
Consequence
FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
04V446000 Sep 13, 2004
WHEELS:HUB
Defect Description
CERTAIN MINIVANS MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH FRONT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE NOT HEAT TREATED CORRECTLY. THIS CONDITION MAY LEAD TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF SMALL CRACKS IN THE HUB.
Consequence
IF THE CRACKS WERE TO PROGRESS, THIS COULD EVENTUALLY RESULT IN WHEEL SEPARATION. WHEEL SEPARATION MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, AND POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT HUB, ROTORS, AND WHEEL BEARINGS. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
03V457000 Nov 6, 2003
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE POWER STEERING LOW-PRESSURE LINE MAY NOT BE FULLY SEATED AT THE RACK AND PINION STEERING GEAR.
Consequence
IF THIS LINE BECOMES DISCONNECTED, IT MAY CREATE THE POTENTIAL FOR FLUID TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, WHICH COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING LOW-PRESSURE LINE TO ENSURE THAT IT IS SEATED PROPERLY AT THE RACK AND PINION STEERING GEAR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 10, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
Complaint Statistics
346 total complaints
2 crashes 10 fires 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 130 |
| POWER TRAIN | 69 |
| SEATS | 15 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 14 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER | 12 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 10 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| STEERING | 9 |
| ENGINE | 8 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
ENGINE
Feb 3, 2026
Incident date: May 27, 2025
The engine stalled without warning while I was pulling out of my driveway into the street, creating an unsafe condition due to sudden loss of power. After waiting briefly, the vehicle restarted and was moved back into the driveway. It was towed the following day due to loss of confidence in safe ope... Read more
STEERING
Aug 19, 2024
Incident date: Aug 19, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
May 2, 2024
Incident date: Apr 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a re... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 8, 2021
Incident date: Sep 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2004 Mercury Monterey. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to respond, and the vehicle continued to accelerate. The driver manually shifted gears to slow the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local de... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Sep 8, 2021
Incident date: Sep 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2004 Mercury Monterey. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to respond, and the vehicle continued to accelerate. The driver manually shifted gears to slow the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local de... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 10, 2020
Incident date: Nov 23, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER HUSBAND WAS DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED UPON DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE WAS INITIALLY TO... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 30, 2020
Incident date: Aug 27, 2020
WELL I DIDNT KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT THIS BUT AROUND AUGUST 2020 MY GRANDSON JUST GOT OUT OF KNEE SURGERY WE WAS DRIVING UP TO LIMESTONE NEW YORK WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING AND IT STOPPED MOVING SO I COSTED OFF THE ROAD WE WAS ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN IT HAPPENED SO WE SAT THERE AN... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 30, 2020
Incident date: Aug 27, 2020
WELL I DIDNT KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT THIS BUT AROUND AUGUST 2020 MY GRANDSON JUST GOT OUT OF KNEE SURGERY WE WAS DRIVING UP TO LIMESTONE NEW YORK WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING AND IT STOPPED MOVING SO I COSTED OFF THE ROAD WE WAS ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN IT HAPPENED SO WE SAT THERE AN... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 30, 2020
Incident date: Aug 27, 2020
WELL I DIDNT KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT THIS BUT AROUND AUGUST 2020 MY GRANDSON JUST GOT OUT OF KNEE SURGERY WE WAS DRIVING UP TO LIMESTONE NEW YORK WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING AND IT STOPPED MOVING SO I COSTED OFF THE ROAD WE WAS ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN IT HAPPENED SO WE SAT THERE AN... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 20, 2019
Incident date: Aug 9, 2018
LOWER CONTROL BOLT THAT MOUNTED TO SUBFRAME RUSTED THREW FRAME . IF NOT CAUGHT ON TIME THE TIRE WOULD SEPERATE I TOOK THE VECHICLE TO A WEDLER FOR TEMPERARY REPAIR. BUT UNFORTANLEY THE DESIGN ON THE SUBFRAME HAS HOLES SO IT ALLOWS WATER TO ENTER AND CAUSE FRAME TO RUST! ALERT WHEN BRAKING YOU MAY EX... Read more
SUSPENSION
May 28, 2019
Incident date: May 23, 2019
THURSDAY MAY 23 2019. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY VAN JUST CUT OFF. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VAN AND GET INTO A PARKING LOT. I SAT FOR A BIT AND TRIED IT AGAIN. IT STARTED. BUT I HAD NO POWER TO GO FORWARD OR REVERSE THE TRANSMISSION WAS JUST GONE. ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING OR ANYTHING LIKE THIS HAD H... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 28, 2019
Incident date: May 23, 2019
THURSDAY MAY 23 2019. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY VAN JUST CUT OFF. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VAN AND GET INTO A PARKING LOT. I SAT FOR A BIT AND TRIED IT AGAIN. IT STARTED. BUT I HAD NO POWER TO GO FORWARD OR REVERSE THE TRANSMISSION WAS JUST GONE. ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING OR ANYTHING LIKE THIS HAD H... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 2, 2019
Incident date: Dec 22, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE RPMS INCREASED, BUT THE VEHICLE DECELERATED TO APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH. ALSO, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF T... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 18, 2018
Incident date: Apr 11, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED.... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 18, 2018
Incident date: Apr 11, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED.... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 14, 2018
Incident date: Mar 3, 2018
I PURCHASED THE 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY VAN VIN [XXX] FROM GOOD FRIENDS, WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH MY FAMILY THE TORQUE CONVERTER AND OUTPUTSHAFT FAILED, UPON TELLING MY FRIENDS ABOUT THIS THEY GAVE ME A LETTER FROM FORD STATING THERE WAS A RECALL ON THESE PARTS, SO I CALL SHEEHY FORD IN RI... Read more
STEERING
Mar 12, 2018
Incident date: Feb 12, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING ABILITY BECAME VERY HARD. THE FAILURE BEGAN TWENTY DAYS AGO AND WORSENED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHA... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 30, 2018
Incident date: Jan 22, 2018
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE VEHICLE STARTED SLOWING DOWN AND THE GAS PEDAL DID NOTHING BUT REV, W/OUT ANY ACCELERATION. I TOWED IT TO MY HOUSE AND NOW THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT ENGAGE IN ANY OF THE GEARS. MY PROBLEM IS A FORD RECALL AND THEY TOLD ME IT HAS ALREADY BEEN DONE ON MY VEHICLE, ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 22, 2018
Incident date: Jan 21, 2018
AS OF TODAY, JANUARY 22, 2018, I HAD TO HAVE THE VAN TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AS YESTERDAY, JANUARY 21, 2018, THE TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP WHILE IN LIGHT TRAFFIC. PRAISE GOD WAS ABLE TO GET IT TO A NEARBY PARKING LOT UNTIL THE WRECKER CAME. AFTER RESEARCHING ONLINE IT HAS BECOME CLEAR THIS VEHIC... Read more
STEERING
Dec 13, 2017
Incident date: Nov 29, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE VEHICLE THAT CAUSED A BURNING ODOR. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL SQUEALED WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE REPAIRED AT STIVERS FORD LINCOLN IN WAUKEE, IOWA. THE DIAGNOSIS WAS... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 8, 2017
Incident date: Sep 8, 2017
BOTH INTER AND OUTER SIDE PANEL IS RUSTED OUT, THAT CAN CAUSED TIRE TO BLOW OUT
STEERING
Nov 4, 2017
Incident date: Aug 12, 2017
STEERING IN VAN BECAME VERY HARD TO STEER.HAD TO REPLACE POWER STEERING PUMP AND RACK AND PINION AND NEW BELT..STILL DIFFICULT TO STEER.SITTING STILL OR GOING AROUND TURNS.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 14, 2017
Incident date: Aug 13, 2017
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH MY CHILDREN AND MY FRIENDS WHEN THE VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING AND CAUGHT FIRE I WAS HAVING A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM AND I WAS TOLD IT WAS A FACTORY RECALL THEREFORE I'M CONTACTING YOU BECAUSE I LIVED IN MY VAN EVERYTHING I OWNED WAS IN THERE PERSONALLY AND I HAD LIABILIT... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 3, 2017
Incident date: Jun 4, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO MOVE FORWARD. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. HE PLACED THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND THEN DRIVE, BUT THE VEHICLE STI... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 1, 2017
Incident date: Nov 1, 2016
I PURCHASED THE 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY IN FEBRUARY OF 2016. I BEGAN TO HAVE ISSUES AROUND NOVEMBER OF 2016 WITH LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING, OR EXCELLERATING. THE VEHICLE SEEMS TO HAVE ISSUES AFTER IT HAS BEEN DRIVEN FOR MORE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES. I BELIEVE IT IS THE TORQUE CONVERTER, AFTER READIN ... Read more
STEERING
May 31, 2017
Incident date: May 30, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME STUCK AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO VEER INTO ANOTHER LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER (LANDMARK FORD) OFFERED TO ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 17, 2017
Incident date: May 16, 2017
TRANSMISSION WON'T ENGAGE. PULLING OUT OF GAS STATION, IT WOULDN'T MOVE. MECHANIC SAID IT WAS RECALLED, AND WORK WAS DONE 2 YEARS AGO.
POWER TRAIN
Feb 14, 2017
Incident date: Dec 4, 2016
TAMARA RECALL. ON 5/26/15 THE MAN I BOUGHT MY 04 MERCURY MONTEREY VAN 4.2L HAD PROBLEMS WITH IT SURGING WHEN STOPPING OR BARELY MOVING. FOUND BAD TRANS,HAD IT REBUILT, FOUND MOTOR MOUNT, TRANS RANGE SENSOR BAD ALSO TORQUE CONVERTER AND OVER HAUL KIT,3 SHIFT SOL AND REVERSE BOOST VALVE. 6 MONTHS LATE... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 20, 2016
Incident date: Nov 1, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED HESTITATION AND VIBRATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFA... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 14, 2016
Incident date: Nov 4, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS PLACED INTO THE REVERSE POSITION AND BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND CRASHED INTO A FENCE. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP. THERE WERE... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS
Oct 31, 2016
Incident date: Sep 19, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAUSE OF THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT WAS UNDETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPRO... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 17, 2016
Incident date: Aug 16, 2016
TORQUE CONVERTER IS BAD SHAKING AND I LOSE ALL POWER TO MY VEHICLE.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 24, 2016
Incident date: Jun 23, 2016
CORROSION OF THIRD ROW SEAT ATTACHMENT. ON 23 JUNE 2016, REMOVED INTERIOR PANEL TO SERVICE AUXILIARY A/C UNIT AND DISCOVERED SEVERELY RUSTED AREA AROUND THE THIRD-ROW SEAT ATTACHMENT. BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES OF THE VEHICLE ARE RUSTED; THE LEFT SIDE IS MUCH WORSE THAN THE RIGHT SIDE AT THIS TIME.... Read more
SEATS
Jun 24, 2016
Incident date: Jun 23, 2016
CORROSION OF THIRD ROW SEAT ATTACHMENT. ON 23 JUNE 2016, REMOVED INTERIOR PANEL TO SERVICE AUXILIARY A/C UNIT AND DISCOVERED SEVERELY RUSTED AREA AROUND THE THIRD-ROW SEAT ATTACHMENT. BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES OF THE VEHICLE ARE RUSTED; THE LEFT SIDE IS MUCH WORSE THAN THE RIGHT SIDE AT THIS TIME.... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Nov 5, 2015
Incident date: Nov 3, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SWITCH INTO THE PARK POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 26, 2015
Incident date: Oct 26, 2015
THE VEHICLE STALLED ON ME THIS MORNING AS I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON A BUSY STREET. I ATTEMPTED TO CRANK IT BACK UP BUT THE OIL LIGHT AS WELL AS THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYED ON. I LEFT THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR 8 HRS, WHEN I RETURNED I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2015
Incident date: Oct 26, 2015
THE VEHICLE STALLED ON ME THIS MORNING AS I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON A BUSY STREET. I ATTEMPTED TO CRANK IT BACK UP BUT THE OIL LIGHT AS WELL AS THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYED ON. I LEFT THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR 8 HRS, WHEN I RETURNED I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT ... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Oct 26, 2015
Incident date: Oct 26, 2015
THE VEHICLE STALLED ON ME THIS MORNING AS I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON A BUSY STREET. I ATTEMPTED TO CRANK IT BACK UP BUT THE OIL LIGHT AS WELL AS THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYED ON. I LEFT THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR 8 HRS, WHEN I RETURNED I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT ... Read more
SEATS
Sep 30, 2015
Incident date: Oct 1, 2013
THERE IS A RECALL ON MERCURY MONTEREY 2004 VEHICLES TO REPLACE THE SEAT ANCHOR MECHANISM ON THE THIRD ROW SEAT DUE TO CORROSION. NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 13V081000. MY VEHICLE IS NOT PART OF THIS RECALL BY VIN NUMBER BUT MY VEHICLE'S SEAT ANCHOR MECHANISM HAS BECOME DISLODGED FROM THE WHEEL WELL AND MO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 29, 2015
Incident date: Aug 1, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MULTIPLE DEALERS AND INDEPENDENT MECHANICS WHO WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILU... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 29, 2015
Incident date: Aug 1, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MULTIPLE DEALERS AND INDEPENDENT MECHANICS WHO WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILU... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 18, 2015
Incident date: Mar 13, 2015
I HAVE A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY (SAME AS THE FORD WINDSTAR). I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC TO HAVE A TUNE UP DONE, AND TOLD ME MY FRONT SUB FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH AND THE VAN IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. FORD ISSUED A RECALL ON THE WINDSTARS('99-'03) AND EVEN OFFERED A BUY BACK, BECAUSE THE FRAMES WERE BAD. WHEN ... Read more
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Feb 4, 2015
Incident date: Feb 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT BOTH REAR SEAT LATCHES FRACTURED AND CORRODED. AS A RESULT, THERE WERE TWO LARGE HOLES IN THE AREA OF THE CORROSIO... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 4, 2015
Incident date: Feb 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT BOTH REAR SEAT LATCHES FRACTURED AND CORRODED. AS A RESULT, THERE WERE TWO LARGE HOLES IN THE AREA OF THE CORROSIO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 27, 2015
Incident date: Jul 1, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE POWER TRAIN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE THE ECM MODULE WAS REPLACED BY THE CONTACT. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 27, 2015
Incident date: Jul 1, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE POWER TRAIN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE THE ECM MODULE WAS REPLACED BY THE CONTACT. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ... Read more
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Jan 27, 2015
Incident date: Jan 24, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 127,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 17, 2014
Incident date: Jul 15, 2014
WHILE DRIVING THE VAN THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH BOARD GOES OUT. THE SPEED DECLINES SLIGHTLY, AND THE HEADLIGHTS BLINK ON AND OFF. THE RADIO TURNS ON AND OFF. THE HEAT TURNS ON AND OFF. THE ALARMS INSIDE STARTS TO CHIME. THE POWER IS LOST TO THE WINDOWS AND THE DOOR LOCKS. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT THE DASH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 17, 2014
Incident date: Jul 15, 2014
WHILE DRIVING THE VAN THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH BOARD GOES OUT. THE SPEED DECLINES SLIGHTLY, AND THE HEADLIGHTS BLINK ON AND OFF. THE RADIO TURNS ON AND OFF. THE HEAT TURNS ON AND OFF. THE ALARMS INSIDE STARTS TO CHIME. THE POWER IS LOST TO THE WINDOWS AND THE DOOR LOCKS. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT THE DASH... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 17, 2014
Incident date: Jul 15, 2014
WHILE DRIVING THE VAN THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH BOARD GOES OUT. THE SPEED DECLINES SLIGHTLY, AND THE HEADLIGHTS BLINK ON AND OFF. THE RADIO TURNS ON AND OFF. THE HEAT TURNS ON AND OFF. THE ALARMS INSIDE STARTS TO CHIME. THE POWER IS LOST TO THE WINDOWS AND THE DOOR LOCKS. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT THE DASH... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 MERCURY MONTEREY
83 manufacturer communications from 62 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 |
| 222000 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY | 4 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 3 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 3 |
| 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 3 |
| 220000 SEATS | 3 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
TSB160069
Apr 21, 2016
222000 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Safety recall 13S01 - Corrosion on sheet metal that supports 3rd row seat latch strikeers - requests for recall service action
16-0069
Apr 21, 2016
220000 SEATS
For 2004-2007 Freestar or Monterey vehicles Safety Recall 13S01 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high corrosion areas for an extended period, where the sheet metal that supports the folding 3rd row seat latch strikers could
TSB160069
Apr 21, 2016
220000 SEATS
Safety recall 13S01 - Corrosion on sheet metal that supports 3rd row seat latch strikeers - requests for recall service action
TSB-14-0166
Sep 9, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FORD/MERCURY: SAFETY RECALL REGARDING SHEET METAL SUPPORT FOR FOLDING 3RD ROW SEAT LATCH STRIKERS CAN EXPERIENCE CORROSION AND WILL COMPROMISE MOUNTING POINT CAUSING SEAT TO MOVE. MODEL 2004-07 FREESTAR, MONTEREY. *PE
TSB-14-0166
Sep 9, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
FORD/MERCURY: SAFETY RECALL REGARDING SHEET METAL SUPPORT FOR FOLDING 3RD ROW SEAT LATCH STRIKERS CAN EXPERIENCE CORROSION AND WILL COMPROMISE MOUNTING POINT CAUSING SEAT TO MOVE. MODEL 2004-07 FREESTAR, MONTEREY. *PE
TSB-14-0166
Sep 9, 2014
220000 SEATS
FORD/MERCURY: SAFETY RECALL REGARDING SHEET METAL SUPPORT FOR FOLDING 3RD ROW SEAT LATCH STRIKERS CAN EXPERIENCE CORROSION AND WILL COMPROMISE MOUNTING POINT CAUSING SEAT TO MOVE. MODEL 2004-07 FREESTAR, MONTEREY. *PE
TSB-14-0144
Aug 11, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FORD/MERCURY: SHEET METAL SUPPORTING FOLDING 3RD ROW SEAT LATCH STRIKERS WILL EXPERIENCE CORROSION AND COMPROMISE MOUNTING POINT FOR FORWARD PORTION OF 3RD ROW SEAT, IF VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN HIGH CORROSION AREAS FOR EXTENDED PERIOD. MODEL
TSB-14-0144
Aug 11, 2014
222000 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
FORD/MERCURY: SHEET METAL SUPPORTING FOLDING 3RD ROW SEAT LATCH STRIKERS WILL EXPERIENCE CORROSION AND COMPROMISE MOUNTING POINT FOR FORWARD PORTION OF 3RD ROW SEAT, IF VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN HIGH CORROSION AREAS FOR EXTENDED PERIOD. MODEL
19004
Jan 1, 2006
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
REAR CLIMATE CONTROL NOISES - SERVICE TIP. *TT
18834
Sep 1, 2005
140000 AIR BAGS
RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B2296 - SERVICE TIP. *TT
042421
Jun 7, 2005
151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT
04147
Jun 1, 2005
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
SERVICE WIRING HARNESS REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
05419
Apr 1, 2005
282100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
FALSE PARKING AID WARNINGS. *TT
04262
Mar 7, 2005
282100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
FALSE PARKING AID WARNINGS. *TT UPDATE. *TT
18520
Mar 1, 2005
010000 STEERING
STEERING WHEEL. *EH
0531
Feb 21, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MAF DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH EGR SYSTEM MODULE (ESM). *TT
05310
Feb 21, 2005
150000 SEAT BELTS
SAFETY BELT WEB STOP BUTTON SERVICE. *EH
0598
Jan 1, 2005
105200 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
A BROKEN OUTER C/V JOINT ON VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 5/1/2005. *TT
0471
Dec 31, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WARNING INDICATORS-PARKING AID-REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (RSS) AND FORWARD SENSING SYSTEM (FSS)-FALSE ACTIVATION OF WARNING TONE-SERVICE TIPS. *MJ UPDATE. *TT
042610
Dec 31, 2004
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
REAR BRAKE LINING ACCELERATED WEAR. *TT
042510
Dec 27, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
POWER SLIDING DOORS AND POWER LIFTGATE INOPERATIVE WHEN USING THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE AND/OR REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER OPEN/CLOSE BUTTONS - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1999. *TT
04189
Dec 13, 2004
138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
042107
Dec 13, 2004
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT
18335
Dec 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DTC U1130. *EH
18340
Dec 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DTC U1262 AND OR U1135. *EH
04229
Nov 15, 2004
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
ACCESS DOOR WRAPED OR BREAKING OFF FROM THE UNDERSIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL SHROD. *EH
04217
Nov 1, 2004
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT
042117
Nov 1, 2004
222000 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
3RD ROW SEAT STRAP BREAKING. *EH
18274
Nov 1, 2004
046600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
TRACTION CONTROL ABS AND PARK BRAKE LAMP. FLICKER FLASH ILLUMINATE. *EH
18246
Oct 1, 2004
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ACCELERATED REAR BRAKE WEAR. OASIS. *TT
04174
Sep 6, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT
041512
Sep 6, 2004
100000 POWER TRAIN
4F50N TRANSAXLE NO 1-2 UPSHIFT AND DIAGNOSITC TROUBLE CODE P0732. *TT
18135
Sep 1, 2004
222000 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
3RD ROW SEAT STRAP BREAKING (STRAP USED FOR STOWING OR ACCESSING THE REAR SEAT). *TT
041613
Aug 23, 2004
021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
NOISE FROM FRONT WHEEL HUB BEARING. * AR
041514
Aug 9, 2004
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
17277
Aug 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BEEPING SOUND FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WHEN DRIVING AT/OVER 75 MPH, TRACTION CONTROL OFF INDICATOR ILLUMINATE WHEN VEHICLE IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH TRACTION CONTROL, AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B2477 (MODULE CONFIGURATION FAILURE) STORED IN
17358
Aug 1, 2004
100000 POWER TRAIN
GROAN/BUZZ/VIBRATION WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR IS IN PARK WITH THE VEHICLE PARKED ON AN INCLINE. *TT THIS BULLETIN UPDATES PREVIOUS BULLETIN 17358, DATED 11/01/2003 TO INCLUDE 2005 MODELS. *TT
15679
Aug 1, 2004
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
SLIDING DOOR(S) CONTACTING THE REAR QUARTER GLASS. *TT THIS INFORMATION UPDATES PREVIOUS INFORMATION, DATED 03/01/2002. *TT
04135
Jul 12, 2004
130000 VISIBILITY
FRONT DOOR GLASS CLICK/SNAP NOISE AT THE END OF THE UPWARD GLASS POSITION. *TT
031501
Jul 12, 2004
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT
04125
Jun 28, 2004
036100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1991 (MODULE CALIBRATION FAILURE) - ANTI-LOCK BRAKE, ADVANCED TRAC, INTERACTIVE VEHICLE DYNAMICS (IVD), TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - SERVICE TIP. ALSO INCLUDES FORD FREESTAR MY2005 AND MERCURY MONTEREY MY2005.
17892
Jun 1, 2004
021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
FRONT WHEEL HUB BEARING HIGH PITCHED WHISTLING/SQUEALING NOISE FROM FRONT EXTERIOR WHILE DRIVING. ALSO INCLUDES 2005 FREESTAR AND MONTEREY. *TT
17609
Mar 1, 2004
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
EXCESSIVE FRONT BRAKE NOISE. *TT
02184
Feb 9, 2004
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
POWER SLIDING DOOR OPERATION AND DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS. *TT
17538
Feb 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TRACTION CONTROL/ABS LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1288. *MJ
17565
Feb 1, 2004
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
FRONT BRAKE NOISE. *MJ
17584
Feb 1, 2004
350000 EQUIPMENT
REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTERS NOT WORKING. *TT
04148
Jan 1, 2004
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
FRONT BLOWER MOTOR WHISTLE NOISE. *TT
03242
Dec 8, 2003
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
TRAILER TOW SERVICE KIT - SERVICE TIP. *TT
03L17
Dec 1, 2003
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
DEMONSTRATION/DELIVERY HOLD - SPECIAL FIELD ACTION 03L17. REVISED SMOG EMISSIONS INFORMATION. *TT
17371
Nov 1, 2003
036100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
TRACTION CONTROL/ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) LIGHT ON WITH DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) C1288. *TT
17397
Nov 1, 2003
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
FRONT WINDOW MOTORS NOT WORKING. *TT
032013
Oct 13, 2003
354300 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
ROOF RACK SIDE RAIL COVER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. *TT
17300
Oct 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TRACTION CONTROL OR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT ON IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, ACCOMPANIED BY DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE C1288 (PRESSURE TRANSDUCER MAIN/PRIMARY INPUT CIRCUIT FAILURE). *TT
17242
Oct 1, 2003
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
TRAILER TOW INSTALLATION AND WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR INCOMPATIBILITY CONCERNS. *TT
17283
Oct 1, 2003
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR RESET PROCEDURE FOR BASE CLUSTER. *TT
17284
Oct 1, 2003
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
LOW TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR RESET FOR MESSAGE CENTER. *TT
17237
Sep 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) U1130 (SCP INVALID OR MISSING DTA FOR FUEL SYSTEM) STORED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. *TT
17157
Sep 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) B1600 AND/OR B1602 WITH NO RELATED SYMPTOMS. *TT
17156
Sep 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE U1262 (SCP COMMUNICATION BUS FAULT) AND/OR U1135 (SCP INVALID OR MISSING DATA FOR IGNITION SWITCH/STARTER) STORED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. *TT
071011
Jun 25, 2007
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ADVANCED TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - SHORT DURATION ACTIVATION. *KB
0712
Mar 23, 2007
015200 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
POWER STEERING HOSE LEAK NEAR COOLER EXTREME COLD CLIMATE AREAS ONLY -4 DEGREES AND COOLER. *KB
05145
Oct 11, 2005
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
ERRATIC FLUID LEVEL READING ON TRANSAXLE DIPSTICK-LEAKS-4F50N, AX4N, AX4S TRANSAXLE. *SC
06218
Dec 28, 2006
010000 STEERING
ADVANCED TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM - DURATION ACTIVATION. *KB
05617
Dec 6, 2005
036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
TRACTION CONTROL LAMP - ABS LAMP - ABS SELF ACTIVATION WITH DTC C1288. *TT UPDATED 11/8/07. *NJ
MERCURY MONTEREY - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCURY MONTEREY across all model years (1972, 2007).
18
Total Recalls
550
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
4
Reported Crashes
10
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths