Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE ATTACHMENT BOLT TORQUE
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.6L ENGINE AND 6R TRANSMISSION, THE BOLT SECURING THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE FITTINGS AT THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TORQUED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY LOOSEN AND THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE TRANSMISSION, CAUSING A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK.
- Consequence
- IF LEAKING TRANSMISSION FLUID CONTACTS THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, IT MAY POSE A RISK OF FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND HAVE THE TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE ATTACHMENT BOLT TIGHTENED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
PlainVIN shows public government records for education. It isn't a vehicle inspection or legal advice. Check your own VIN with NHTSA or your dealer.
Owner complaints (96)
96 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The seats is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 96 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 54 | 56.3% |
| Electrical system | 39 | 40.6% |
| Power train | 9 | 9.4% |
| Engine | 6 | 6.3% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 6.3% |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 5.2% |
| Interior lighting | 4 | 4.2% |
| Seat belts | 4 | 4.2% |
| Service brakes | 4 | 4.2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 3.1% |
How 2008 compares with other Mountaineer years
Best and worst Mountaineer years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 22 | 3 |
| 2002 | 372 | 2 |
| 2003 | 152 | 0 |
| 2004 | 210 | 0 |
| 2005 | 82 | 0 |
| 2006 | 117 | 1 |
| 2007 | 81 | 0 |
| 2008 | 96 | 1 |
| 2009 | 6 | 0 |
| 2010 | 13 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 16 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 555 g/mi
- EPA class
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 16 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 20 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2008 Mountaineer for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2008 Mercury Mountaineer FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 07V453000 (power train). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 Mercury Mountaineer problems?
Owners filed 96 complaints with NHTSA. Seats (54), Electrical system (39), Power train (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer get?
EPA rates the 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic version at 14 city, 20 highway and 16 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2008 Mountaineer compare with other years?
Among the 2001–2010 Mercury Mountaineer model years at least five years old, the 2009 drew the fewest complaints (6) and the 2002 the most (372). The 2008 drew 96. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.