2011 Mercury Milan

2011 Mercury Milan

The 2011 Mercury Milan is a midsize sedan that was offered with a variety of engine and transmission options. The base engine was a 2.5-liter four-cylinder that produced 175 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque. A 3.0-liter V6 was also available, producing 240 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. Both engines were paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

The Milan was praised for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and long list of standard features. However, it was also criticized for its bland styling and lack of driving excitement.

Engine

2.5-Liter Four-Cylinder

• Cylinder Head Gasket Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, overheating, misfires, poor engine performance
  • Solution: Replace cylinder head gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: 10V-399

3.0-Liter V6

• Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Stalling, rough idle, poor fuel economy
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold runner control valve
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: 11V-086

Transmission

Six-Speed Automatic

• Transmission Fluid Leak
  • Description/Symptoms: Fluid leaks from transmission, slipping gears
  • Solution: Repair or replace transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Strut Mount Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise from front suspension, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Replace front strut mounts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear Shock Absorber Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Bouncy ride, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace rear shock absorbers
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely
  • Solution: Test electrical system for parasitic drain
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found
• Headlight Switch Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Headlights not working, turn signals not working
  • Solution: Replace headlight switch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Door Lock Actuator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Doors not locking or unlocking properly
  • Solution: Replace door lock actuator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Power Window Switch Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Power windows not working
  • Solution: Replace power window switch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2011 Mercury Milan is a reliable vehicle. However, it is not without its issues. The most common problems include cylinder head gasket failure on the 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, intake manifold runner control valve failure on the 3.0-liter V6, and transmission fluid leaks. These issues can be expensive to repair, so it is important to be aware of them before purchasing a used Milan.