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2007 Mercury Mountaineer problems
The 2007 Mercury Mountaineer has 81 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, and what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
The 2007 Mercury Mountaineer has 81 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is powertrain at 23 complaints, typically surfacing around 78,237 miles (~$2,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Mercury Mountaineer owner complaints by model year
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Should you avoid this 2007 Mountaineer?
Generally reliable
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average
1 recall campaign on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2007 Mercury Mountaineer? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
powertrain — 23 owner reports
· tends to show around 78,237 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
electrical — 12 owner reports
· tends to show around 89,510 mi · ~$850 to fix
engine — 7 owner reports
· tends to show around 77,500 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
steering — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 83,320 mi · ~$700 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: powertrain is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 78,237 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 7.6/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2007 Mountaineer· wheels
Discount tire company informed me that they had a technical bulletin - wheel advisory that said; "do service the mercury mountaineer 18" oe wheels (2005 and newer) they found in testing that the front bead hump has a ridge on the balcony ledge which can cause bead damage when…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mercury mountaineer. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the front driver's side seat moved backward and forward independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician was able to duplicate the failure and…
When braking the vehicle accelerates, when slowing down to a stop sign or a red light and it happens when parking forward or reverse. I recently purchased the vehicle 8/2012. I am very dispointed because I really like this SUV. I hope the dealer will fix this speed control…
Driver's seat moved back, dome lights illuminated (vehicles "easy exit" feature) while driving at highway speeds. Luckily I am tall enough to reach the pedals and wheel while the seat was moved back, but my wife is only 5' 4" and would have a hard time reaching. This is a…
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2007 Mercury Mountaineer?
Inspect the powertrain first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 23 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 78,237 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 81 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is powertrain. Typical failure occurs around 78,237 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 23 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 78,237 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 78,237 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 81 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
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/Mountaineer.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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