Is the Mercury Montego Reliable?
2005–2007 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mercury Montego Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 0 | 17 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2006 | 0 | 65 | 5 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2005 | 1 | 99 | 3 | — | 64 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Montego Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Montego scores exactly at the sedan average.
Known Mercury Montego Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 181 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mercury Montego reliable?+
The Mercury Montego scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 3 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 1 recall campaigns and 181 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Montego is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2007 Montego achieved the highest reliability score of 83/100 with 0 recalls and 17 complaints.
How many miles does a Montego last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mercury Montego owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Montego will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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