Model year guide

2006 Mercury Mountaineer

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 70 on record.

2006 Mercury Mountaineer — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Mercury Mountaineer at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints117
Combined15–16 mpg
Typical price$4,284

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

2006 Mercury Mountaineer recalls 2

Visibility:glass, Side/rear NHTSA Campaign #07E104000 · 11/12/2007

CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BREAK INTO SMALL PIECES AS EXPECTED OF TEMPERED GLASS AND FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 205, "GLAZING MATERIALS."

Fix: SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIMBURSE WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS FOR CURRENT INVENTORY AND AT A SPECIFIED RATE FOR REPLACING THEIR CUSTOME…

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor NHTSA Campaign #05V520000 · 09/11/2005

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, PASSENGER CARS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE BEING APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIPER MOTOR FOR THE PRESENCE OF GREASE AND GREASE THE WIPER MOTOR GEARS IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673 OR LINCOLN/MERCURY AT 1-800-521-4140.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. 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.

2006 Mercury Mountaineer common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2006 Mercury Mountaineer safety ratings

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

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2006 Mercury Mountaineer MPG & running costs

Combined15–16 mpg
City13 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,388

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2006 Mercury Mountaineer worth?

Low
$1,900
Typical price
$4,284
High
$6,800

From 70 comparable 2006 Mercury Mountaineer listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Mercury Mountaineer costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,940
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,850
Total$25,790
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,284) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,927), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Mercury Mountaineer trims & engines on record

Trims
Premier · Luxury · Convenience
Engines
4.0L 6-cyl 210 hp · 4.6L 8-cyl 292 hp

2006 Mercury Mountaineer vehicles on record

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2006 Mercury Mountaineer — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. 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 2006 Mercury Mountaineer?

Across all 117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, power train, engine.

What is the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2006 Mercury Mountaineer get?

The 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has U.S. EPA estimates of 15–16 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2006 Mercury Mountaineer worth?

Comparable 2006 Mercury Mountaineer listings run roughly $1,900–$6,800, typically around $4,284 (from 70 vehicles).

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