2005 Mercury Monterey vs 2006 Mercury Monterey
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Mercury Monterey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 119 | 44 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 41 | 14 |
| Investigations | 6 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 17 |
| Median reported mileage | 72,813 mi | 81,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercury Monterey | Mercury Monterey |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 97 | 34 |
| Structure | 8 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 2 |
| Engine | 5 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 3 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 17 | 0 |
| Stalling | 13 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
2005 Mercury Monterey
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.