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2007 Mercury Monterey problems
The 2007 Mercury Monterey has 2 active recall campaigns on file and only 7 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.
The 2007 Mercury Monterey has 7 NHTSA owner complaints and 2 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is powertrain at 4 complaints, typically surfacing around 115,554 miles (~$2,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Limited NHTSA data — only 7 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 2 active recalls on file.
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Should you avoid this 2007 Monterey?
Not enough data for a verdict
Only 7 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2007 Monterey· powertrain
On numerous occasions, the engine in this vehicle would stall, cut out, or completely quit running while driving or sitting at a stoplite. On acceleration, the engine would stall or cut out and the transmission would feel like it is slipping. When the engine would stall or quit…
Vehicle was in motion, on a highway, in traffic at approximately 65 MPH. Suddenly, it was as if the car was in neutral. I coasted off to the shoulder , tried to shift the car into gear, nothing! No reverse, no forward, 1 or 3. After sitting for about 30 minutes, I attempted…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mercury monterey. The contact stated that while driving 6 MPH, the vehicle stopped accelerating. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 115,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mercury monterey. While driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently went into neutral. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not…
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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, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia
In the event that the vehicle is crashed into from the rear, an unlatched seat may increase the risk of personal injury.
Fix: 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.
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
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Fix: 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.
Common questions
Is the 2007 Mercury Monterey reliable?
Limited NHTSA data. Only 7 owner complaints have been filed for the 2007 Mercury Monterey, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2007 Mercury Monterey?
Only 7 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2007 Mercury Monterey without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What should I check before buying a used 2007 Mercury Monterey?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2007 Mercury Monterey to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Is the 2007 Mercury Monterey a good used car to buy?
Hard to say from federal data alone — only 7 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Mercury Monterey?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 4 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 115,554 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 115,554 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mercury Monterey has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Mercury Monterey?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 7 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Mercury/Monterey.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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