1998 Mercury Mountaineer

6 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer

Official recalls have been issued for the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Mercury service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Mercury customer service.

  1. RECALL: Ford/High Back Seats

    The driver could potentially lose contact with the steering wheel or foot pedals during such an event, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 05, 2003
    Vehicles Affected
    1,552,880

  2. RECALL: Ford/Throttle

    This could result in engine surge when the accelerator pedal breaks free. Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 27, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    220,000

  4. RECALL: Firestone/Tread Separation

    If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 21, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    14,400,000

  5. RECALL: Ford/Secondary Hood Latch

    If this occurs and the primary hood latch is either not engaged or is released, a hood fly-up could occur. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 29, 1999
    Vehicles Affected
    854,288

  6. RECALL: Ford/Cruise/Speed Control Cable

    If the cruise control is used and this condition is present, a stuck throttle could result, which could potentially result in a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 30, 1999
    Vehicles Affected
    898,739

  7. RECALL: Ford/Jump Starting

    The fuel lines can leak, and in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could potentially result. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 19, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    320,000

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