2007 Mercury Montego

Introduction to the 2007 Mercury Montego

The 2007 Mercury Montego was a mid-size sedan that offered a comfortable and spacious interior, with a choice of two engine options: a 3.0-liter V6 with 203 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque, or a 3.9-liter V6 with 221 horsepower and 252 lb-ft of torque. Both engines were paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The Montego was praised for its refined ride and handling, but it was criticized for its dated exterior design and lackluster performance.

Engine

• 3.0-Liter V6
  • Oil Leaks from Cam Phaser: Oil leaks from the cam phaser, resulting in oil consumption and engine damage.
    • Solution: Replace cam phaser.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,200+
  • Intake Manifold Failure: Failure of the intake manifold, leading to coolant leaks and engine overheating.
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $1,000+
• 3.9-Liter V6
  • No Issues Found

Transmission

• Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Shifting Problems: Difficulty shifting gears, delayed shifts, or slipping gears.
    • Solution: Repair or replace transmission.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
  • Fluid Leaks: Transmission fluid leaks from seals or gaskets.
    • Solution: Replace leaking seals or gaskets.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+

Suspension

• Strut Mount Bearing Failure: Worn or damaged strut mount bearings, causing clunking noises and poor handling. * Solution: Replace strut mount bearings. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600+
• Sway Bar Link Failure: Failure of the sway bar links, resulting in loose handling and knocking noises. * Solution: Replace sway bar links. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+

Electrical

• Battery Discharge: Rapid battery discharge due to faulty electrical components or parasitic draw. * Solution: Repair or replace faulty electrical components, isolate parasitic draw. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $600+
• Alternator Failure: Failure of the alternator, resulting in charging problems and battery discharge. * Solution: Replace alternator. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+

Exterior

• Door Handle Breakage: Failure of the door handles, causing difficulty opening doors. * Solution: Replace door handles. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
• Antenna Mast Breakage: Breakage of the antenna mast, resulting in poor radio reception. * Solution: Replace antenna mast. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+

Interior

• Windshield Wiper Motor Failure: Failure of the windshield wiper motor, resulting in inoperative wipers. * Solution: Replace windshield wiper motor. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
• Heater Core Failure: Failure of the heater core, causing poor heating performance. * Solution: Replace heater core. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+

Recalls:

• NHTSA Campaign Number: 07V375000 - Occupant Restraint: Front Airbag
• NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V122000 - Suspension: Rear
• NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V064000 - Electrical System: Battery
• NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V252000 - Visibilty: Windshield Wiper Blade
• NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V237000 - Transmission: Automatic Transmission

Summary

The 2007 Mercury Montego is a mid-size sedan with a comfortable interior and refined ride. However, it suffers from a range of issues, including engine oil leaks, transmission problems, suspension failures, and electrical malfunctions. These issues can be costly to repair, and some have been subject to safety recalls. Overall, the severity and cost of the issues make the 2007 Mercury Montego a less desirable choice in its class.