1996 Mercury Villager visibility problems

21 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 21
of this car's complaints: 11%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Windshield
5
Windshield wiper/washer
4
Power window devices and controls
4
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
2
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
2
Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring
1
Rearview mirrors/devices: interior
1
Rear window wiper/washer: motor
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Mercury Villager visibility problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Mercury Villager visibility

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

Wipers 7

Related recalls

Visibility: power window devices and controlsReported March 23, 1998 · 57,400 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles were produced with power windows that can be closed after the ignition key is turned to the "off" position and the right front (passenger) door is opened. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss 118, "power-operated window systems."
Risk: There is the potential for unsupervised children to operate the power windows, increasing the risk of personal injury to the child.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a label reminding owners not to leave children unattended because the power windows can operate for 15 minutes after the vehicle ignition has been turned off unless the driver's door is opened. Also included are instructions describing how and where this label is to be installed. If an owner prefers, their dealer can install this label for them.

Recall number 98V012001 · Recall details

What 1996 Mercury Villager owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 27, 2003 · Visibility · 72,000 miles · PA

Sun visor assembly breaks after short period causing it to drop into drivers vision and drastically interfere with ability to see oncoming traffic. Replacement cost is $97.00 for one sun visor. Mercury villager owners club reports this as a constant problem with this vehicle.

Filed Jun 11, 2002 · Visibility · IL

Side door doesn't stay closed after being locked. Contacted dealer. Cannot find problem.

Filed Feb 28, 2002 · Visibility · NY

We have a 1995 mercury villager. There is a strong gasoline smell coming from the heating system since the first winter we had the van. We took it to the dealer many times under warranty. They couldn't find the problem and we are concerned for safety.

Filed Oct 2, 2001 · Acceleration, Electrical · UT

The auto headlamp system has failed, on two occasions the lights just suddenly and without warning shut off while driving at night in snowy condtions causing poor visibility. Nlm

Filed Aug 6, 2001 · Visibility · PA

Driving down the freeway..my step-son pushed the button to open the back window to get some air and the whole window and arm went flying off behind us, hit the road about 50 yds behind us in the emergency lane and shattered into pieces.

Filed Jun 20, 2001 · Visibility · MI

Rear windshield wiper would wipe only once. Able to reset by opening rear glass. This is a known manufacturing defect at the supplier (contamination in the motor).

Filed May 25, 2001 · Visibility · CA

Component failed soon after warranty expired- dealer won't fix at their cost.

Filed Feb 22, 2001 · Visibility · FL

When air conditioner and heat are being used vehicle overheats causing vehicle to die out. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.

Filed Apr 3, 2000 · Locks, Visibility · NJ

When turning on rear windshield wipers consumer hears a humming sound. Then they vibrate, and hang down towards the license plate. Also, can't open rear door with the key, has to use power lock to open door. Consumer feels this is a safety defect because she can't see out of rear window.

Filed Mar 22, 2000 · Visibility · TN

Rear windshield wiper motor went out. Dealer is replacing windshield wiper motor at consumer's cost. Windshield wipers would swipe once, and drop back down.

Questions about the 1996 Mercury Villager visibility

Does the 1996 Mercury Villager have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 Mercury Villager, 11% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 Mercury Villager visibility problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Mercury Villager visibility?

Yes, 1 recall: 98V012001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Mercury Villager have the most visibility problems?

The Mercury Villager model years with the most visibility complaints are 1993 (61 complaints), 1995 (22 complaints) and 1996 (21 complaints).