Mercury Villager
Vehicle Details: Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the MERCURY VILLAGER produced?
- The MERCURY VILLAGER is produced in Rioverde S.l.p., Mexico.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 15832 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some 1996 - 2002 vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code 0208 stored in memory. *tt
- BC105859705 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Engineering is developing a repair procedure to correct front door window binding. *tw
- BC9696961001 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: Vehicles may exhibit a condition where the windshield wipers come in contact w/ the 'a' pillars (& each other) during operation. May be due to wiper arms having been reversed during installation. *tt
- BC9695961001 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Electronic automatic temperature control (eatc) invalid diagnostic codes U1235 & 155 may be stored if the ignition switch is cycled from 'off' to 'run' extremely slowly. *tt
- BC9694961001 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Information on vehicles that may exhibit a slight delay in the first drive away after the vehicle has been parked overnight, or for a longer period of time. *tt
- BC9682961001 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Concerns for the labor time standard in tbs 96-19-02 (steering - grunt noise during steering wheel return from full right turn) is incorrect. *tt
- BC9680961001 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Concern where the door glass drops when cycled down on vehicles with the power door option. *tt
- BC9677961001 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES: Engineering is investigating a concern where the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is illuminated & code P0400 or P1195 is stored in memory. *tt
- BC9676961001 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM: Improper rtv application at the front/rear lower intake manifold end seals & side gaskets may cause an oil/coolant leak. *tt
- BC9674961001 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Light to moderate axle noise (axle whine) at 50 to 65 mph (80 to 105 kph) during accels, decels or cruise may be due to axle noise being transmitted from the axle into the vehicle. *tt
- BC9673961001 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH: Procedure for brake exterior lights stay on (tail & high mount stop light). *tt
- BC9672961001 - PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL: Procedure for brake warning indicator stays on red in cluster. *tt
- BC9671961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Push connection between the flexible fuel vapor line at the carbon canister & the metal fuel vapor line may not seat fully on the fuel vapor line. *tt
- BC9668961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Concern for vehicles exhibiting lean codes P0171 & P0174 (vacuum leak). *tt
- BC9642961001 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Procedure for vehicles equipped with an aode or 4r70w transmission has a concern of shudder from the transmission torque converter clutch in 3rd or 4th gear or during 3-4 shift. *tt
- BC5227961001 - AIR BAGS: Information for air bag dtc B1813 observe the air bag lamp flash out code & perform the appropriate pinpoint test for the flash out code. *tt
- BC5226961001 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Tools for setting pinion depth on the 9.75 & 10.25 inch axle are different than the ones specified on page 205-02-88 of the 1997 service manual. *tt
- BC5224961001 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE: Information on abs sensors returned for analysis are identified as 'no problem found'. *tt
- BC5220961001 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Information on servicing vehicles with fluid leak from the front axle vent. Revised cover pt# f6tz-4033-ba. *tt
- BC5217961001 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Information on replaced/repaired manual transmission under warranty and returned w/ signs of improper/lack of maintenance or misdiagnosis. *tt
- BC5214961001 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD: Revised hood seal for concerns of a wind whistle at speeds over 35 mph. *tt
- BC5213961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Information on performing p/p text hx1 or hx39 on the emission system. *tt
- BC5209961001 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS: Revised rear brake lining for both 9 inch & 10 inch applications for concerns w/ rear brake grab during the first few brake applications when the brakes are cold or in the morning after an overnight rain. *tt
- BC5207961001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information for servicing the electronic/hydraulic control unit (ehcu) on 4wabs. *tt
- BC5204961001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: Concerns of check engine light (mil) w/codes P0300 thru P0308 & engine runs rough/misses may be due to a spark plug wire boot that is not fully seated on the spark plug. *tt
- BC5198961001 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER: Improved rear shock absorbers for customers who may experience a low tone rattling noise or whoosh sound from the rear of the vehicle while traveling less than 25 mph & going over small to moderate bumps. *tt
- BC5190961001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH: Vehicles experiencing chafing on the 14401 wire harness causing the accessory fuses to become open (primarily the cigar fuse). *tt
- BC5186961001 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Vehicles may experience an intermittent high idle after decel to a stop, when clutch pedal is depressed w/ no throttle movement. *tt
- BC5183961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: An oil leak in the area of the engine oil filter may be caused by a damaged or mis-installed (i.E. Rolled over, pinched, sheared, nicked, etc.) oil pump body seal. *tt
- BC5182961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Information on correcting an oil pan gasket leak. *tt
- BC5181961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Engine oil leak at the oil pan, front cover &/or the front & rear crankshaft oil seal. *tt
- BC5176961001 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Connection between the sender (9a299) & the fuel pump (9350) changed from the existing spade terminal to an eyelet terminal which is secured under the top sender mount screw. *tt
- BC5175961001 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Concerns of a/c going to defrost mode when climbing grades or accelerating are likely caused by vacuum leaks. *tt
- BC5174961001 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Information to diagnose wind noise & water leaks at the lower passenger door area & 3rd door. *tt
- BC5173961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: On various 4.0l applications the oil indicator tube (dip stick) is coming into contact w/ the crankshaft. *tt
- BC5167961001 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT: Concerns w/ liftgate opening efforts &/or the liftgate not staying open, especially in cold ambient temps. *tt
- BC5075961001 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Information on erratic or self locking door locks. *tt
- BC4854961001 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Revised eec calibration has been incorporated in pcm calibration for vehicles which display lack of power due to torque converter engagement scheduling, catalytic converter failures, rough idle or hard start on hot restart. *tt
- BC4651961001 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Vehicle may not start after being parked in below freezing temps. May be due to moisture freezing in the fuel pump relay contained within the ccrm (constant control relay module). *tt
- BC0718961021 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR: Information on brake rotor turning/replacing. *tt
- BC4397950906 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM: Vehicles may exhibit a grinding/squealing noise from the rear brakes when it is cold or in the morning when first applied. *tw
- BC4371950906 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR: Vehicles may experience a sied window latch that may not stay opened/closed. *tw
- BC4129950301 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Some villagers may experience a side window latch that may not stay in the opened or closed position. *tw
- BC4089950201 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS: Vehicles may exhibit a grinding/squealing noise from the rear brakes. *tw
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | No | N | None | None | 20030412 |
Twice within the last week the driver door popped open while driving on the interstate. *nlm
| No | No | N | None | None | 20010627 |
Accelerator was sticking and vehicle was lurching forward, especially at stop lights, service manager stated that this was caused by dirt accumulation in the throttle body and that this was a technical design error, however charged consumer for the service, consumer feels she should not have been charged for any of the repairs since it was a design error . *slc
| No | No | N | None | None | 20010212 |
High pressure fuel line failed. Nlm
| No | No | N | None | None | 20000706 |
The transmission failed. Nlm
| Crash | No | N | None | 1 Dead | 20000420 |
Complaint regarding debra reed and tyrone russ vs. Ford motor company. Rollover accident resulting in fatality.*mr
| No | No | N | None | None | 20000215 |
Air conditioner system failed. Nlm
| No | No | N | None | None | 19990303 |
Possible engine failure caused noise, jerking and vibration, the rear main seal failed causing an oil leak. Nlm
| No | No | N | None | None | 19971124 |
Front end is out of alignment. Nlm
| No | No | N | None | None | 19971121 |
The brake light failed. Nlm
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- U1235 [1] SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Displays
- P0400 [1] Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Malfunction
- P1195 [1] Calibration Resistor Out Of Range
- P0171 [1] System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0174 [1] System too Lean (Bank 2)
- B1813 [1] Lamp Backup Switch Input Circuit Short To Ground
- P0300 [1] Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0308 [1] Cylinder 8 Misfire Detected