The contact's fiancée owns a 2005 Mercury Monterey. The contact stated while his fiancée was driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle failed to respond and inadvertently stopped. The contact’s fiancée pushed the vehicle over the third of a mile by herself until she received assistance to push the vehicle to a parking lot. The vehicle was hauled to the contact's residence. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and shifting into gear, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact, who is an independent mechanic diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 95,357.
2005 Mercury Monterey transmission problems
97 complaints (82% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 70,000.
- owner complaints
- 97
- of this car's complaints
- 82%
- typical mileage
- 70,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission50
- Automatic transmission: torque converter6
- Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)2
- Axle assembly: axle shaft1
- Axle assembly1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Mercury Monterey transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Mercury Monterey transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission: torque converter
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling certain model year 2004 and 2005 ford freestar and mercury monterey vehicles. The torque converter output shaft may fail.
- Risk
- This condition results in a sudden loss of motive power with no warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converter free of charge. The safety recall began on august 9, 2012. Owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1‑866‑436‑7332.
Recall number 12V006000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Engine Stalling
The subject vehicles suffered from a design issue whereby water could run down onto the cowling under the hood and located in the area of the windshield wipers and then drip onto a computer module, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), which could be manifested in a variety of symptoms depending on which part of the circuit board became wet or which of the connector pins shorted out.In addition to causing an engine to stall, which may or may not then restart, the water intrusion could also cause the transmission to shift poorly, the vehicle to have erratic power, a malfunction indicator light to come on, or result in an inability to start the vehicle, an inability to shift the vehicle into either forward or reverse. Also the problem could cause a higher than normal idle RPM in Park, or for the radio to malfunction, or the interior lights to stay on.During this investigation ODI was concerned with the effect of the engine stalling or a drastic and sudden loss of power either of which may create a safety risk.In reviewing the actual number of these types of incidents, collectively referred to here as engine stalls, the number was found to be below what would be considered a defect trend.For example, the number of engine stalls identified in Ford's warranty claims for the model year (MY) 2004 subject vehicles, the MY with the most failures, was 200 out of population of 125,865, for a failure rate of 0.16%.The one crash recorded by a complainant to the federal safety agency, VOQ 10311522, alleged that the engine stalled, due to water intrusion into the PCM, while the road was turning causing her to go off the road and according to the police report the vehicle then hit an embankment and a tree stump. Ford reported in their response that there were three alleged crashes but none of these were validated as being caused by a problem with water intrusion into the PCM causing a stall.Accordingly this investigation is closed.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist.The agency will continue to monitor complaints and other information relating to the alleged defect in the subject vehicles and take further action in the future if warranted.
PE10033
Transmission Torque Converter Failure
On January 4, 2012 Ford Motor Company submitted a Defect Information Report (the federal safety agency Recall No. 12V‑006) to the federal safety agency regarding a defect in the performance of the transmission torque converter for approximately 205,896 Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey vehicles.The supplier of the torque converter manufactured converters containing a pump shaft spline that did not consistently meet the specified heat treatment requirements.In normal use, the spline may wear excessively and eventually fails without warning.If a torque converter malfunctions due to a sheared pump drive spline, the vehicle will abruptly lose motive power.This problem affected model year 2004 and 2005 Freestar and Monterey minivans.During the investigation the federal safety agency identified 532 complaints alleging incidents of vehicle stall while driving due to torque converter failure.These failures were sudden and without any prior warning.Of the 490 complaints that reported the speed at the time of the failure:218 (44%) occurred at or above 55 mph; and 344 (70%) occurred at or above 40 mph.Of the 382 complaints that reported the position of the vehicle relative to traffic after it came to a stop following the loss of motive power: 122 (32%) alleged that the vehicle came to a stop in the flow of traffic and remained in the flow of traffic until pushed or towed out of the way; 225 (59%) reported that the vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the roadway and remained there until towed; and 35 (9%) reported that they were able to maneuver to a location away from the flow of traffic, such as a parking lot.Two crashes were allegedly caused by torque converter failure, including an incident in which a Freestar suddenly lost power in 65 mph traffic in an area where there was no shoulder available.As a result, the Freestar stopped in a travel lane and when trailing traffic maneuvered to avoid the stalled vehicle, a four vehicle collision occurred.In these types of circumstances the federal safety agency believes the defect presents an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and so advised Ford.In its Defect Information Report, Ford refers to its response to the federal safety agency's Preliminary Evaluation information request, which stated that a vehicle that loses motive power due to torque converter malfunction remains readily controllable; the vehicle will coast during which it can be safely maneuvered and stopped because the engine continues to run.Because the engine continues to run, steering and braking are unaffected, and the vehicle's electrical system and directional signals remain functional.In view of the foregoing, the federal safety agency does not agree with this statement.This investigation is closed based on Ford's recall.
EA09016
Torque converter output shaft failure
Odi has received 227 owner complaints alleging a sudden and unexpected loss of motive power due to an internal transmission failure in the subject vehicles.of those complaints, 124 can be attributed to the torque converter output shaft splines stripping causing a sudden loss of power to the drivetrain.the remaining 103 complaints experienced a loss of motive power but the specific internal failure cause within the transmission is not known.odi has upgraded the investigation to an engineering analysis (ea09-016) to continue its assessment of the scope, frequency and safety-related consequences of the alleged defect.
PE09033
What 2005 Mercury Monterey owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercury monterey. The contact stated that while slowing down the vehicle would not accelerate when pressing the accelerator pedal and while switching gears the vehicle would lunge forward. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and the local dealer forsom lake ford (12755 folsom blvd, forsom lake ca.) was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 124,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercury monterey. The contact stated that the service engine warning indicator illuminated while shifting from park into reverse. In addition, the vehicle lost power without warning. The vehicle was unable to be driven. Rivertown ford (1680 whittlesey rd, columbus, ga 31904, (706) 653-7420) indicated that the power train control module needed to be replaced and that the part would need to be ordered. In addition, it was stated that water intrusion caused the failure. The vehicle was not included in a warranty campaign. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 06e056000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 12v006000 (power train) as possible causes of the failure. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mercury monterey. The contact stated that the gears failed to shift into drive and reverse without warning. The wheels spun when the failure occurred. In addition, the transmission was replaced prior to the failure by bill estes ford (450 n northfield dr, brownsburg, in 46112, (317) 852-2231). The failure continued and was taken back to the dealer for further diagnostic testing. The dealer stated that a manufacturer recall had been performed and provided no solution other than stating that the torque converter may need to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, indicated that a recall had already been performed, and recommended the vehicle be taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and repair. The vehicle was unable to be driven. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.
Transmission would not go into reverse in driveway. Turned vehicle off and restarted and it went into reverese. I then put in forward gear and as I am driving down road the vehicle dies. No issue with shifting before today. If I put the vehicle in neutral the RPM goes up to 2000. I called ford today with VIN # and they told me this vehicle has been fixed per safety recall 11s25 supplement #1. Vehicle is full of fluid and fluid does not have a burnt smell.
Vehicle had sudden loss of motive power while driving straight and accelerating to 60mph highway speeds, almost causing multi-car accident. After coasting to shoulder, the transmission would not engage in any forward or reverse gear. This serious safety defect could have lead to the death of myself and my family of five. Towed vehicle to the local dealership who told us they were aware of a recall for the 2005 mercury monterey regarding that issue and ford's recall campaign number is 11s25. The recall described this exact failure. ("summary: ford is recalling certain model year 2004 and 2005 ford freestar and mercury monterey vehicles. The torque converter output shaft may fail.") however, after they entered the VIN number for my vehicle, they said the recall was not extended to that vehicle. That is wrong since this is a serious safety issue and would cause injury or death.
While driving on a busy road I started to lose power and could not go over 30 MPH. I coasted home and had to call a tow to the dealership, williamsburg ford. The dealer confirmed that the transmission needed to be replaced. There had been a recall on this vehicle in 2012 for the torque converter which was replaced by the previous owner. However, it is obvious that the damage was already done and the transmission went out at 70000 miles which should not happen on any car. I sent you an email previously on this issue and have not heard back. I called ford and they said they wouldn't do anything about it. This is not right and something should be done. They should stand behind their product when it comes to safety.
I was stopped at a four way stop sign in my 2005 mercury monterey. Just as I pressed on the gas to move through the intersection, the transmission let go. I was fortunate that I could coast out of harms way. The car is now immoblie. This is the second catastrophic transmission failure on this vehicle. Transmission failed in july 2012 at 109k miles. Car was repaired according to ford specifications. Second failure on 11-8-2016 at 170k miles. Without warning the transmission disengages and the car does not move forward. A second failure related to the same issue 60k miles after the defect was allegedly corrected is unacceptable.
I submitted a complaint on this vehicle about two weeks ago. I wanted to add some additional information. Just to recap: this 2005 mercury monterey was recalled in 2012 for the torque convertor. The job was completed at a dealership by the previous owner when it had less than 30000 miles. The transmission went out again at 70000 miles. Traveling down a busy road I lost power and could not accelerate over 30mph and the RPM's jumped erratically and the transaxle light came on. Towed it to the dealer that confirmed it was the transmission and then towed it to a transmission specialist. They said the transmission was shot and replaced the following parts: master oh kit, band, piston, servo, torque convertor. The total cost was $1814.00. The mechanic confirmed that this should not have happened at 70000 miles and just a few years after the recall. The original torque convertor must have done more damage than what was repaired in 2012. I feel that ford should pay for the transmission rebuild as it is obviously a result of the original recall.
For about 3 weeks the car shuttered between 40 and 50 MPH. Then, while driving on a busy road traveling about 45 miles per hour, I began to lose power, the RPM's jumped erratically, and the transaxle light started flashing. I took the car to wiiliamsburg ford (dealership) and they did a diagnostic that indicated a transmission problem 3rd and 4th gear. I contacted ford as there was a torque convertor recall because of a faulty part causing damage to the transmission. They said the torque convertor was replaced in aug. Of 2012 by the previous owner under the recall. If that corrected the problem the transmission should not have failed at 70000 miles. The torque convertor most likely damaged the transmission before it was replaced and shortened the life. Ford is telling me that they will not cover this since the torque convertor was replaced but this should not have happened if it was done correctly.
Questions about the 2005 Mercury Monterey transmission
Does the 2005 Mercury Monterey have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 97 complaints about the transmission of the 2005 Mercury Monterey, 82% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2005 Mercury Monterey transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 70,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Mercury Monterey transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 12V006000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mercury Monterey have bad transmission?
The Mercury Monterey model years with the most transmission complaints are 2004 (203 complaints), 2005 (97 complaints) and 2006 (34 complaints).
Other 2005 Mercury Monterey problems
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