1996 Mercury Villager engine problems

Filed Nov 29, 2004 · Engine · 82,177 miles · PA

While driving any speed consumer heard a ticking noise coming from the engine. Dealership did not resolve the problem.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 81,600 miles · TX

I noticed there was an exhaust smell seeping into the van, I did some research on the internet and found that it was a common problem with quest's and villager's snapped exhaust manifold studs. I checked under the hood and sure enough there were 2 studs broken and missing. I called several dealers and got quotes and found a nissan dealer to do it for $800 they seem to have more experince doing it since it also is a problem with pathfinders and maximas. I called ford and they flat out refused to help out at all!

Filed Dec 4, 2003 · Engine · 90,000 miles · OH

The stud bolts are (is) broken on exhaust manifold. Exhaust fumes are leaking and cold air may enter head. Repair is extremely high because of position of bolts. We are afraid to drive it but cannot stop using it. Also we cannot afford to fix it.

Filed Oct 3, 2003 · Engine · 115,000 miles · MA

Exhaust gases escaping into the passenger compartment because of an exhaust manifold bolt failure.

Filed Sep 30, 2003 · Engine · TX

While driving at any speed vehicle completely shut off.

Filed Sep 4, 2003 · Engine · 71,000 miles · MO

Exhaust fumes entered the passenger cabin. The problem was with the front and rear exhaust manifold. *ph *scc

Filed Jul 30, 2003 · Engine · 60,050 miles · KS

My 1996 mercury villager has been diagosed as having broken exhaust manifold bolts. After searching the web, it's become apparent that this is an extremely common problem with certain model years of the mercury villager, including mine. The design of this part of the car is definitely flawed because of the commonality of this problem.

Filed Jun 12, 2003 · Engine · 81,000 miles · TX

Exhaust manifold bolts sheared off, allowing exhaust fumes to seep into interior of van. Have to drive with windows cracked open to avoid getting sick. After internet search found there are thousands of others with this same problem, but ford refuses to do anything or help out with the costs which will be several 1000 $$.

Filed Aug 26, 2002 · Engine · MI

Intake manifold bolt sheared off while traveling on highway. Exhaust fumes were leaking from pipe area. Dealership is aware of problem.

Filed Aug 1, 2002 · Engine, Fuel system · AZ

Vehicle has stalled without warning at least 12 times over several years. This happens at any speed and has always happened in hot weather. The last several times were on a busy, curvy highway with no room to pull off road and almost LED to an accident. The villager's fuel pump becomes very noisy when trying to restart engine. After about 15 to 20 minutes it will restart. Please inform me of what the problem could be. It has never happened in cold weather. I am afraid an accident could happen. There is no warning at all.