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2007 Mercury Montego fuel system problems
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Owners of the 2007 Mercury Montego have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.See fuel system across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$1,200
fuel system complaints on the Mercury Montego, by model year
Of the 3 fuel system complaints filed for the 2007 Mercury Montego,
here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
0 (0%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
2 (100%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted.
Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits
and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA fuel system complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 15 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Ford is recalling certain model year 2007 Ford five hundred and mercury montego vehicles manufactured from september 5, 2006, through september 11, 2006
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The safety recall began on august 16, 2011. Owners may contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
What owners are reporting
2 most recent
fuel system · 65,000 mi
· filed 08/14/2011
I have a 2007 Ford mercury montego that the throttle has a mind of its own-it often fluctuates and I feel that Ford should recall this defect immediately before serious accidents occurs. It is an on-going issue and happens daily. There is no warning when the throttle fluctuates-it is something I must be cognizant about at all times. I have been to the Ford dealer to see if there has been a…
fuel system · 50,000 mi
· filed 07/13/2011
Sudden acceleration when taking off and backing up. Especially into reverse. There has been a few close calls because of this. *tr
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2007 Mercury Montego?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, fuel system issues most often appear around 57,500 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Mercury/Montego.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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