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2007 Mercury Montego Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

0/100

#3 most-complained of 3 Montego years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2007 Mercury Montego has 36 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 0 out of 100 — #3 highest of 3 Montego model years. The most reported problem area is engine (14 complaints, 39% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash and 1 injury.

Complaints
36
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
20
18 city / 24.5 hwy

Top 2007 Mercury Montego problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine14 (39%)
  2. Transmission & Powertrain9 (25%)
  3. Electrical System6 (17%)
  4. Fuel System5 (14%)
  5. Brakes2 (6%)
  6. Other2 (6%)
  7. Airbags1 (3%)
  8. Seat Belts1 (3%)
  9. Structure & Body1 (3%)
  10. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (3%)
2007 Mercury Montego complaints: complaints filed per month3Sep 2007Jul 2010May 2011Jul 2012Nov 2012Jun 2013Oct 2015Jul 2019
42 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2007 to Sep 2025; peak Jan 2013 (3).

2007 Mercury Montego recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 11V355000Jul 13, 2011Fuel System2,945 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap

    Ford is recalling certain model year 2007 ford five hundred and mercury montego vehicles manufactured from september 5, 2006, through september 11, 2006. The fuel tanks may not have consistent welds between the fuel tank and fuel filler neck spud which can affect the strength of the joint. Some fuel tank spud welds may not provide the expected strength in the event of a severe rear impact to the vehicle. An improper weld can result in a crack in the joint which could illuminate the emissions malfunction indicator light, cause a fuel odor, or allow fuel to leak out.

    Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The safety recall began on august 16, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

2007 Mercury Montego fuel economy and fuel cost

City
18 MPG
Highway
24.5 MPG
Combined
20 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,250
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2007 compared with other Montego years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100200520062007
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2005No verdict100135220
2006No verdict5085020
2007No verdict036120

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Mercury Montego a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2007 Mercury Montego ranks #3 of 3 among Montego model years (Complaint Index 0/100). It has 36 complaints and 1 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercury Montego?
The most reported problem areas are engine (14 complaints), transmission & powertrain (9 complaints), and electrical system (6 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 68,250 miles.
Does the 2007 Mercury Montego have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2007 Mercury Montego, most recently reported 2011, covering fuel system.
What is the fuel economy of the 2007 Mercury Montego?
EPA rates the 2007 Mercury Montego at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,250. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.