1996 Mercury Villager airbags problems

14 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 14
of this car's complaints: 7%
crashes: 2
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Frontal
5

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Mercury Villager airbags problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Mercury Villager airbags

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Airbag light 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1996 Mercury Villager owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 28, 2012 · Airbags · 215,834 miles · WA

While turning from street into a short steep driveway approach, front lower bumper facia drug very slightly on the steep approach ramp setting off the airbags, which broke the windshield, cracked the dash, snapped all four back side window latches, and caused back neck and shoulder injuries to the driver.

Filed Nov 10, 2003 · Airbags · 106,000 miles · NC

While pulling into a driveway dual airbags deployed inadvertently. As a result, the air bags cracked the windshield.

Filed Jun 19, 2003 · Airbags · NC

The airbag light on my 1996 mercury villager flashes from the time the car is turned on until the car is turned off. I am afraid that the airbag will be released at any given time while I am driving.

Filed Apr 24, 2002 · Airbags · OH

While driving both airbags deployed without warning. Vehicle was not in accident. Dealer contacted. Please add VIN.

Filed Aug 29, 2001 · Airbags · CA

The air bag system monitor is inoperative, the dealer states the air bag system becomes inoperative when the light is flashing or when it is being recalibrated.

Filed Jul 17, 2001 · Airbags · OK

Air bag light is flashing. Not a result of any type of collision. Dealer said this is not a covered part. If this part is integral to the safety system, it should be part of the warranty.

Filed Apr 19, 2001 · Airbags, Engine · NY

Consumer received recall 00s59, however due to problems with dealer, recall repairs have not been completed.

Filed Nov 15, 2000 · Airbags · MA

Air bag light flashing.diagnosed by dealer as air bag monitor or wiring issue.was told by service person"don't worry I don't believe in air bags".vehicle is only 4 years old.this system should have a lifetime warranty.

Filed Oct 16, 2000 · Airbags · CA · crash · 1 injury

Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision at 45mph. Upon impact, airbags did not deploy, resulting in minor injuries.

Filed Jun 16, 2000 · Airbags · WA

Airbag light came on the dashboard. Consumer took vehicle to dealership, and airbag monitor was replaced. Mechanic told consumer that it was a good thing they bought it in when they did because there was a potential danger. *ak

Questions about the 1996 Mercury Villager airbags

Does the 1996 Mercury Villager have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the airbags of the 1996 Mercury Villager, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 Mercury Villager airbags problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Mercury Villager airbags?

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

What year does the Mercury Villager have bad airbags?

The Mercury Villager model years with the most airbags complaints are 1995 (15 complaints), 1996 (14 complaints) and 1997 (12 complaints).