2008 Mercury Milan acceleration problems

19 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 64,000. 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 19
of this car's complaints: 4%
typical mileage: 64,000
crashes: 3
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Mercury Milan acceleration problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Related investigations

Floor mat interference with acceleratorOpened December 12, 2012, closed June 12, 2014

On May 27, 2014, Ford Motor Company submitted recall 14E-028 (Ford recall #14S07) to correct a safety-related problem with certain driver's side Ford optional all-weather floor mats sold for use in model year 2006 through 2011 model year Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr, and Lincoln MKZ vehicles built at Hermosillo Assembly Plant (HAP) from November 9, 2007, to October 31 ,2010.the federal safety agency testing determined that the original accessory all-weather mat with a single retention clip (Figure 1), may interfere with accelerator pedal return to idle with the mat retained by the clip and rotated clockwise.Both the single- and double-clip (Figure 2) all-weather floor mats may interfere with the accelerator pedal return to idle when the mats are not secured by the retention clip(s).Testing showed that this can occur if the mats are moved forward from the clipped position approximately two inches into a position in which the rear edge of the mats will abut the retention clip(s) when installed singly and align with the clip(s) when stacked on another floor mat.The pedal interference incidents reviewed by the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) include 1 crash and 9 incidents with allegations of brake friction materials smoking and/or requiring repair for heat related damage.The crash incident occurred after the parking brake was applied at speed, resulting in loss-of-control vehicle yaw event caused by lock-up of the rear tires.The spin-out resulted in a side impact collision with an oncoming vehicle in an opposing lane of traffic. For the 29 incidents with sufficient information available to make an assessment; 23 (79%) were controlled by the driver either shifting to neutral, turning the engine off, or both; 4 (14%) were ended by the driver either kicking the pedal free (2) or pulling the mat away from the pedal (2); and 2 (7%) were ended by the pedal freeing itself from the mat with no apparent driver action.None of the drivers who reacted to the incident by shifting to neutral or turning the engine off reported any difficulties with either action.The subject mats were sold by Ford and Lincoln dealers directly to customers as an optional accessory equipment item or, beginning in November 2007, the mats were also available as a factory installed accessory if ordered with a new vehicle.Ford estimates that approximately 82,579 affected driver's side all weather floor mats were sold worldwide; either over the counter through Ford dealerships or as original equipment.Owners that purchased the subject all-weather floor mats as a factory installed accessory with their new vehicle will be notified to return their all weather floor mats to their Ford or Lincoln Dealership in exchange for replacement mats.Owners of all other potentially affected vehicles will be notified that, if they have an affected Ford driver's side all weather floor mat, they should return their mats to the dealership in exchange for replacement mats.The VOQs associated with the closing of this investigation are: 10327597, 10332233, 10334211, 10335336, 10339330, 10348772 (and duplicate 10342572), 10372674, 10379562, 10415911, 10426255, 10434107, 10521053, 10554966.This investigation is hereby closed.

EA12009

Accel Pedal Interference - Acc FloormatOpened May 28, 2010, closed January 11, 2013

Unsecured mats may interfere with accelerator pedal return to idle. A heel blocker in the floor pan provides a platform that may lift an unsecured mat into contact with the pedal. Ford introduced new pedals as a running change early in model year (MY) 2010 vehicles. Analysis of complaints received by ODI and Ford show elevated rates of pedal entrapment incidents in MY 2008 through early 2010 production vehicles. Incidents typically occur following hard pedal applications to pass slower traffic or when merging into faster traffic. Drivers allege continued high engine power after releasing the accelerator pedal and difficulty braking, including reports that the incident was controlled by shifting to neutral or turning the engine off. Drivers and service technicians reference observing evidence of mat interference or note unsecured Ford or aftermarket all weather floor mats in post-incident inspections.Based on information gathered during the Preliminary Evaluation the population being investigated has been narrowed to model years 2008 to 2010.This investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis on MY 2008 through early-2010 vehicles (produced through September 2009) to further assess the scope, frequency and safety consequences of the alleged defect.The VOQs associated with the opening of this Engineering Analysis are: 10479693, 10415911, 10379562, 10372674, 10345830, 10342572, 10339330, 10335336, 10334211, 10332233, 10331160, 10329659, 10327597, 10320011, 10232027, 10214131

PE10019

What 2008 Mercury Milan owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 7, 2025 · Acceleration, Engine · NJ

There is a problem with my tourqe converter with 100k miles. My car won't accelerate.

Filed Apr 8, 2018 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 59,500 miles · NY

Pulled 2008 milan in parking lot, put in park, engine began to race, tapped gas pedal, engine returned to normal. Car started fine, driven short distance, I stopped at stop sign. Put foot on gas pedal, car began 'limp home' mode, was able to pull to curb. Wrench light appeared. Shut car off a few minutes.started fine, wrench light on, was able to drive few blocks to get home. Next day started engine 3 times, each stalling within seconds. Never had issues with car. Purchased precertified in 2011, 52,0000 mi. On it. Will own 7 yrs. May 2018. I put 1000 mi. Yrly. On car. Odometer now under 59,500. On 3/9/18 car towed to dealership (where I purchased it). Car sat in lot 10 days before looked at. Finally, checked and diagnosed. Installed new throttle body. Re-tested. Problem. Installed new accelerator. Re-test. Problem. Codes appearing. I contacted ford motor co. In michigan.told to keep calling dealership. I've spoken to numerous staff already & asked for loaner car. Not granted. I did internet research & found lawsuit against ford about 'limp home' mode involving throttle body & computer sensors defect on ford, mercury & lincoln brought on by nccc. Ford not forced to recall this defect involving 1.6 million cars. Many internet sites have shown complaints with this issue. It is a major safety hazard! Numerous owners wrote to validate car repaired only to experience same 'limp home' incident return. Stories involve highway driving when loss of acceleration occurred. Someone has to be killed by this manufacturing defect before it's back to forcing ford to own up to neglect to make a profit. My experience leaves me without a car, cancellations of appts, relying on cabs or friend to shop.this is a serious safety issue. It's now 4 weeks without a car. Am told warranty expired. Can I please be directed to proper government agency with jurisdiction to help me resolve this?

Filed Mar 2, 2017 · Acceleration · 15,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury milan. After a complete stop, the vehicle lunged forward without warning. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.

Filed Jan 29, 2016 · Acceleration, Engine · 110,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury milan. While attempting to go uphill in the vehicle, the vehicle stalled and several warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. When the contact restarted the vehicle, all of the electrical functions worked. When the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to move. The contact stated that the vehicle was restarted and able to drive; however, the check engine remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Jan 13, 2015 · Acceleration · 132,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury milan. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 132,000.

Filed Aug 6, 2014 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 66,000 miles · OR

The failure of the throttle body fortunately occurred in the driveway of a vacation home in chandler, arizona. I was able to have the car towed to the nearest ford dealership where the part was replaced. I hate to think what could have happened if we were in a traffic situation when the failure took place. Even though the engine will still run at an idle, the accelerator will not respond enough to move the vehicle forward or backward. Ford needs to recognize the failure of this part as a life threatening matter and issue a recall of all models affected.

Filed Aug 5, 2014 · Acceleration, Transmission · 80,000 miles · MO

The car has a defective throttle body actuator which is causing the car to have no acceleration or unexpected acceleration at various times.

Filed Jun 13, 2014 · Acceleration, Engine · 12,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury milan. The contact stated while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the throttle was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of problem. The approximate failure mileage was 12,000. Updated 8/11/14

Filed May 29, 2014 · Acceleration · 26,658 miles · WI · crash

Vehicle began to accelerate on its own, could not stop until she struck the two parked vehicles.

Filed Mar 27, 2014 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 68,703 miles · OR

After I replaced the original battery, I started the engine. I was unable to accelerate above 750 r.p.m. Which is the approximate idle speed of the car. While in gear, I was unable to move forward or back due to lack of power. I had the car towed to the nearest ford dealer in chandler, az. They diagnosed the problem as failure of the throttle body. After replacement, the car is operating normal, although it has only been four days since the service was performed. I do not trust it anymore.

Questions about the 2008 Mercury Milan acceleration

Does the 2008 Mercury Milan have acceleration problems?

Owners have filed 19 complaints about the acceleration of the 2008 Mercury Milan, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2008 Mercury Milan acceleration problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 64,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Mercury Milan acceleration?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Mercury Milan have the most acceleration problems?

The Mercury Milan model years with the most acceleration complaints are 2010 (178 complaints), 2011 (22 complaints) and 2008 (19 complaints).