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Mercury Monterey Best and Worst Years (2005–2007)

NHTSA has 170 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on file for the Mercury Monterey (2005–2007). With data for fewer than 4 model years, we show the numbers without year verdicts.

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.

Model years
3
2005–2007
NHTSA complaints
170
Recall campaigns
3
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Top problem area
Transmission & Powertrain

Monterey Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

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

Mercury Monterey problems and recalls by year

YearVerdictIndexComplaintsCrashesFiresRecallsTop issueMPGNCAP
2005No verdict100119203Transmission & Powertrain18—
2006No verdict5044002Transmission & Powertrain17—
2007No verdict07001Engine17—

Most common Mercury Monterey problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

  1. Transmission & Powertrain135 (79%)
  2. Engine18 (11%)
  3. Structure & Body12 (7%)
  4. Brakes9 (5%)
  5. Electrical System9 (5%)
  6. Other5 (3%)
  7. Airbags4 (2%)
  8. Fuel System3 (2%)
  9. Steering1 (1%)
  10. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the Mercury Monterey?
Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are transmission & powertrain (135, 79%), engine (18, 11%), and structure & body (12, 7%).
How many recalls does the Mercury Monterey have?
NHTSA lists 3 distinct recall campaigns covering Mercury Monterey model years 2005–2007. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.

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.