Model year guide

2007 Mercury Montego

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Mercury Montego is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 14 on record.

2007 Mercury Montego at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints36
Combined19–21 mpg
Typical price$3,525

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2007 Mercury Montego recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap NHTSA Campaign #11V355000 · 13/07/2011

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 FORD FIVE HUNDRED AND MERCURY MONTEGO VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 5, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. THE FUEL TANKS MAY NOT HAVE CONSISTENT WELDS BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL FILLER NECK SPUD WHICH CAN AFFECT THE STRENGTH OF THE JOINT. SOME FUEL TANK SPUD WELDS MAY NOT PROVIDE THE EXPECTED STRENGTH IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE REAR IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE. AN IMPRO…

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2007 Mercury Montego common problems

Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2007 Mercury Montego safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2007 Mercury Montego 4-DR w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2007 Mercury Montego MPG & running costs

Combined19–21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,375

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2007 Mercury Montego worth?

Low
$1,500
Typical price
$3,525
High
$5,200

From 14 comparable 2007 Mercury Montego listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Mercury Montego costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,875
Fuel only$16,875
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2007 Mercury Montego trims & engines on record

Trims
Premier · Base
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 203 hp

2007 Mercury Montego vehicles on record

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Other Mercury Montego model years

2006 2005

2007 Mercury Montego — frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Mercury Montego have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2007 Mercury Montego. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercury Montego?

Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system, vehicle speed control.

What is the 2007 Mercury Montego safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2007 Mercury Montego crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2007 Mercury Montego get?

The 2007 Mercury Montego has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2007 Mercury Montego worth?

Comparable 2007 Mercury Montego listings run roughly $1,500–$5,200, typically around $3,525 (from 14 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.