Model year guide

2008 Mercury Mountaineer

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 46 on record.

2008 Mercury Mountaineer — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2008 Mercury Mountaineer at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints96
Combined15–16 mpg
Typical price$7,528

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

2008 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…

Power Train:automatic Transmission:cooling Unit And Lines NHTSA Campaign #07V453000 · 26/09/2007

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.

Fix: 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.

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.

2008 Mercury Mountaineer common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
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.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2008 Mercury Mountaineer safety ratings

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

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2008 Mercury Mountaineer MPG & running costs

Combined15–16 mpg
City13 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,325

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 2008 Mercury Mountaineer worth?

Low
$3,900
Typical price
$7,528
High
$10,800

From 45 comparable 2008 Mercury Mountaineer listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Mercury Mountaineer costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,625
Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,600
Total$27,225
Per mile$0.36

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 ($7,528) with the same model 5 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.

2008 Mercury Mountaineer trims & engines on record

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

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Other Mercury Mountaineer model years

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2008 Mercury Mountaineer — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2008 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 2008 Mercury Mountaineer?

Across all 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seats, electrical system, power train.

What is the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2008 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 2008 Mercury Mountaineer get?

The 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has U.S. EPA estimates of 15–16 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2008 Mercury Mountaineer worth?

Comparable 2008 Mercury Mountaineer listings run roughly $3,900–$10,800, typically around $7,528 (from 45 vehicles).

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