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.
Mercury Monterey loss of power problems
63 of the 453 owner complaints about the Mercury Monterey describe sudden loss of power, most of them for the 2004 model year.
- owner complaints
- 63
- worst model year
- 2004
- typical repair cost reported
- $3,000
- typical mileage
- 72,000
By model year
Often reported together
Transmission failure 11Won't shift 3Stalling 3Adaptive cruise 3Slipping 2
What owners say
As of today, january 22, 2018, I had to have the van towed to a transmission shop as yesterday, january 21, 2018, the transmission locked up while in light traffic. Praise god was able to get it to a nearby parking lot until the wrecker came. After researching online it has become clear this vehicle has had several incidents and repeat incidents with ford motor company torque converters. The shop I've taking mine to actually rebuilds them. As for the incident which occurred on the 21st, was driving when a sudden loss of power and once van was pulled off road and parked, car was still running; however, no matter what gear I would put it in, there was no movement, just revving.
I purchased the 2004 mercury monterey in february of 2016. I began to have issues around november of 2016 with loss of power while driving, or excellerating. The vehicle seems to have issues after it has been driven for more at least 30 minutes. I believe it is the torque converter, after readin about issues with this model. I checked and the converter was replaced in 2013. I have read many cases where these vehicles continue to have similar issues after the recall has been completed.
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 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.
Torque converter is bad shaking and I lose all power to my vehicle.
Driving n-I 275 suddenly lost power and had to cross 4 lanes to safety shoulder without causing an accident. Called husband to pick me up to take me to work. Then he had to meet tow truck and drive to dealer to repair van. To make a short detail of all the problems (this problem has happened 3 times since the first time ) (lost time from work ) (towing charges) (paying all for repairs ) (rental cars) (time spent to pick-up van,waiting for road services).then told by ford motor that most charges won't be covered.
When driving the lights on the dashboard panel, blinks on and off consistently. Stays out for 1-2 minutes.after which the headlights start to go out stays off for 1-2 minutes. Then the car starts to jerk and decline in speed. The speedometer goes to zero then jumps back to actual speed. When the power is out there is complete loss of power to the windows and interior lights and door lock. Took the car in for service he said that he has had many people come in with this type of van with the same problem. Thus is dangerous when driving at night with loss of visual aid. He said that only a ford dealer can repair the problem. This is frightening and wreck less.
Left my house and when stopped at a stop sign felt a jerk movement and lost brakes for a quick second. After pulling away from the stop sign and continuing down the road at approx. 45 MPH the car completely started decelerating and lost steering and brakes then completely lost power and car shut off. After trying to restart it multiple times it would start for a minute then when put into drive it would die again after a few tries and had children the car I finally had to have it towed home. This is a very big safety issue that needs to be addressed before someone is killed!
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the Mercury Monterey loss of power
Which Mercury Monterey years have sudden loss of power problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2004 (37 complaints), 2005 (23 complaints) and 2006 (3 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix sudden loss of power on the Mercury Monterey?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $3,000 (median of 13 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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