There is a very bad fuel smell inside the van!
The worst 1995 Mercury Villager problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Engine95
- Fuel system76
- Brakes44
- Seat belts42
- Lights24
- Visibility22
- Transmission20
- Body16
- Airbags15
- Suspension14
- Seats11
- Acceleration10
- Electrical9
- Locks8
- Tires6
- Steering5
- Wheels3
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Mercury Villager
Fuel smell 51ABS 14Grinding brakes 14Seat belt 11No deployment 9Wipers 9Door locks 8Fuel leak 8Stalling 8Transmission failure 8Check engine light 7Loss of power 7Brake failure 6Engine failure 6Fuel pump 6Fire or smoke 5
Recalls 3
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: minivans. The fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. Cracks have developed in the vent hose. If (1) the fuel tank is overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle is driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there is subsequently significant heating of the fuel tank, the fuel in the tank can expand into the vent hose and leak fuel.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the vent hose.
Recall number 00V419002 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: tail lights
- What is wrong
- The rear lamp socket may not illuminate because the metal can in the lamp socket moves or separates from the plastic socket housing.
- Risk
- This can result in malfunction of the stop or rear running lamps. Center high mount stop lamp function is unaffected. Rear lamp malfunction can result in following drivers not being alerted to the subject vehicle's presence or intended actions, particularly in the case in which both lamps have malfunctioned.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a revised rear lamp socket and wiring assemblies.
Recall number 96V253003 · Recall details
Seats
- What is wrong
- An out-of-specification condition in the seat cable roller pulley assembly can allow the cable that connects the seat adjust lever to the latch to be pinched in the roller assembly.
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: this condition can prevent the latch on the left side from fully engaging the seat rail. This does not comply with the requirement of fmvss no. 207, "seating systems."
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace a component in the third row sliding bench seat latch assembly.
Recall number 96V089001 · Recall details
See all 3 recalls for the 1995 Mercury Villager
Defect investigations
Fuel tank vent hose leakage
Periodic exposure to liquid gasoline may result in extraction of antidegradants from the subject fuel tank vent hose.hoses which have suffered loss of antidegradants can develop cracks in areas of high strain.fuel may spray or drip from cracked vent hoses following tank fill.starting at job#1 1998 my (california emissions vehicles) and job#1 1999 my (federal emissions vehicles), the subject vent hose composition changed from nitrile rubber hoses with chloroprene rubber covers (nbr/cr) to fluorocarbon rubber hoses with an outer layer blend of nbr/pvc.the changes were made to improve hydracarbon resistance for complaince with new evaporative emissions regulations.the modified hoses are also significantly more resistant to degradation and cracking.in a letter dated january 2, 2001, ford notified the federal safety agency that it will conduct a safety recall campaign to replace the subject vent hose in affacted vehicles.ford will begin notifying customers of the affected vehicles on or about the week of february 12, 2001 to return their vehicles to dealers for replacement of the fuel tank vent hose with the latest design lever part.
EA00014
Unexpected opening on sliding door
There is no summary currently available
SQ00008
Fuel tank vent hose leakage
There is no summary currently available
PE99077
Fuel rail hose fitting leakage
The engineering analysis closing report covers 1993-1998 mercury villager and nissan quest minivans.these two minivans share a common body platform and power train.based on the low number of reported incidents and the absence of a demonstrable failure trend, a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources is not warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances. See engineering closing report ea99-015 for details.
EA99015
Fuel rail hose fitting leakage
Since september 1998, odi has received seven complaints of fuel odor or leakage in 1994 through 1995 mercury villager vehicles.four of the leaks have been traced to a short section of hose that connects the fuel supply tube to the rear of the fuel rail.informaiton contained in the reports indicate that the problem may be difficult to diagnose, with several owners alleging multiple dealer service repairs.advanced compression set is evident in a hose removed from the most recent complaint vehicle.
PE99013
Battery explosions
A safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.an engineering analysis closing report is included in the public file.
EA96005
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Mercury Villager 121
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips
- Climate control a/c service tech tips
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure
- This aritlce is to provide information on replacement of old style hood lamp switch to the rvised...
- Brake shift interlock
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts
- Information on servicing the forward clutch
1995 Mercury Villager fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 15 | 22 | 18 |
What 1995 Mercury Villager owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 mercury villager. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted strong fuel fumes from outside and inside the vehicle. The smell was affecting the contact while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 00v419002 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
I have a 1995 mercury villager. On 6/6/08 I heard a noise and saw and puff of smoke. I went to check it and saw nothing. I drove it home and the next morning the passenger seat and the passenger door were burned up. The entire inside was covered in smoke. The car would not start, and the mechanic said that it was would be too expensive to repair considering it's age and condition.
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mercury villager. While idling, the contact smelled fuel in the passenger compartment coming from the front vents. The vehicle has not yet been diagnosed. The current mileage was 163,000 and failure mileage was 155,000. Updated 02-14-08. *kb the consumer stated a recall had been issued in 2001, for the same problem she experienced, however her vehicle identification number was not included. Updated .
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mercury villager. In february of 2001, the fuel system was replaced because it was leaking gasoline. On august 8, 2007, she noticed fuel leaking from her vehicle while parked in the driveway. The leaking continued until the fuel level was lower than the filler tube. The vehicle is currently at the dealer and they stated that the fuel system needed to be replaced again. Safety recall number 00v419002 (fuel system: gasoline: storage: tank assembly) does not apply to the vehicle. The powertrain was unknown. The current mileage was 87,829 and failure mileage was 43,441.
My mercury villager while lock in my garage and door lock we smell smoke outside of garage we had not used the garage except week ago we found the window crack front also vents front were all melted most damage is located behind the heater and radio also near the accelerator pedal that part of the dash was also burnt all the windows were also fully closed! We called the police they had no signs of force entry they also determined the fire started inside dash between the heater control and the radio. The vehicle has never been service or had any item repair or replaced as long as we own the vehicle.
Tl*- the contact stated that while parking the 1995 mercury villager he attempted to shut the vehicle off but could not. The contact was able to take the keys out the ignition, but the vehicle continued to run without the key being in the ignition. In order turn off the power of the vehicle the contact had to disconnect the distributor wire. The failure and current mileage were both 129434.
Dt*: the contact stated the engine stalled and would not restart after reversing out of a driveway. The brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle was put in drive prior to the stalling. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who determined the end of the crankshaft snapped off and the engine needed to be replaced. Updated 9/20/2006 -
Dt*: the contact stated the smell of gasoline is often present inside the vehicle. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 00v419002, regarding the fuel tank assembly. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was not taken for inspection or repair.
Dt*: the contact stated there was an odor of gas in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, where it was determined there were cracks in the vent hose. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 00v419002, regarding the tank assembly. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.
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Questions about the 1995 Mercury Villager
Is the 1995 Mercury Villager reliable?
Owners have filed 367 complaints about the 1995 Mercury Villager, 18.4 times a typical Villager model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Mercury Villager?
Engine and cooling, with 95 complaints, typically around 95,000 miles. Next is fuel system (76).
How many recalls does the 1995 Mercury Villager have?
3 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, exterior lighting and seats.
What year does the Mercury Villager have bad engine?
The Mercury Villager model years with the most engine complaints are 1993 (142 complaints), 1995 (95 complaints) and 1994 (90 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Mercury Villager get?
Official estimates for the 1995 Mercury Villager range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 15 city and 22 highway.
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