1995 Mercury Villager
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1995 Mercury Villager. Newest first.
Vehicle description: minivans. the fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. cracks have developed in the vent hose. if (1) the fuel tank IS overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle IS driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there IS subsequently…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the vent hose.
The rear lamp socket may not illuminate because the metal can in the lamp socket moves or separates from the plastic socket housing.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This can result in malfunction of the stop or rear running lamps. center high mount stop lamp function IS unaffected. rear lamp malfunction can result in following drivers not being alerted to the subject vehicle's presence or intended actions, particularly in the case in which both lamps have malfunctioned.
Remedy
Dealers will install a revised rear lamp socket and wiring assemblies.
An out-of-specification condition in the seat cable roller pulley assembly can allow the cable that connects the seat adjust lever to the latch to be pinched in the roller assembly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Consequence of non-compliance: this condition can prevent the latch on the left side from fully engaging the seat rail. this does not comply with the requirement of fmvss no. 207, "seating systems."
Remedy
Dealers will replace a component in the third row sliding bench seat latch assembly.
Owner complaints
367 complaints26 involved a crash7 involved a fire23 injuries3 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
There IS a very bad fuel smell inside the van!
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1995 mercury villager. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted strong fuel fumes from outside and inside the vehicle. The smell was affecting the contact while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 00v419002 (fuel system, gasoline).…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 mercury villager. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted strong fuel fumes from outside and inside the vehicle. The smell was affecting the contact while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 00v419002 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
- Engine and engine cooling
I have a 1995 mercury villager. On 6/6/08 I heard a noise and saw and puff of smoke. I went to check it and saw nothing. I drove it home and the next morning the passenger seat and the passenger door were burned up. The entire inside was covered in smoke. The car would not start, and the mechanic said that it was would be too expensive to repair considering it's age and condition. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mercury villager. while idling, the contact smelled fuel in the passenger compartment coming from the front vents. the vehicle has not yet been diagnosed. the current mileage was 163,000 and failure mileage was 155,000. updated 02-14-08. *Kb the consumer stated a…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mercury villager. while idling, the contact smelled fuel in the passenger compartment coming from the front vents. the vehicle has not yet been diagnosed. the current mileage was 163,000 and failure mileage was 155,000. updated 02-14-08. *Kb the consumer stated a recall had been issued in 2001, for the same problem she experienced, however her vehicle identification number was not included. Updated .
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mercury villager. in february of 2001, the fuel system was replaced because it was leaking gasoline. on august 8, 2007, she noticed fuel leaking from her vehicle while parked in the driveway. the leaking continued until the fuel level was lower than the filler tube.…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mercury villager. in february of 2001, the fuel system was replaced because it was leaking gasoline. on august 8, 2007, she noticed fuel leaking from her vehicle while parked in the driveway. the leaking continued until the fuel level was lower than the filler tube. the vehicle IS currently at the dealer and they stated that the fuel system needed to be replaced again. safety recall number 00v419002 (fuel system: gasoline: storage: tank assembly) does not apply to the vehicle. the powertrain was unknown. the current mileage was 87,829 and failure mileage was 43,441.
- Vehicle speed control
My mercury villager while lock in my garage and door lock we smell smoke outside of garage we had not used the garage except week ago we found the window crack front also vents front were all melted most damage IS located behind the heater and radio also near the accelerator pedal that part of the…
My mercury villager while lock in my garage and door lock we smell smoke outside of garage we had not used the garage except week ago we found the window crack front also vents front were all melted most damage IS located behind the heater and radio also near the accelerator pedal that part of the dash was also burnt all the windows were also fully closed! We called the police they had no signs of force entry they also determined the fire started inside dash between the heater control and the radio. The vehicle has never been service or had any item repair or replaced as long as we own the vehicle. *tr
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
TL*- the contact stated that while parking the 1995 mercury villager he attempted to shut the vehicle off but could not. the contact was able to take the keys out the ignition, but the vehicle continued to run without the key being in the ignition. in order turn off the power of the vehicle the contact had to disconnect the distributor wire. the failure and current mileage were both 129434.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Dt*: the contact stated the engine stalled and would not restart after reversing out of a driveway. the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle was put in drive prior to the stalling. the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who determined the end of the crankshaft snapped off and the engine needed to be replaced. updated 9/20/2006 - *nm
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Dt*: the contact stated the smell of gasoline IS often present inside the vehicle. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 00v419002, regarding the fuel tank assembly. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it IS not included in the recall due to the vin. the vehicle was not taken for inspection or repair.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Dt*: the contact stated there was an odor of gas in the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, where it was determined there were cracks in the vent hose. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 00v419002, regarding the tank assembly. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it IS not included in the recall due to the vin.
- Exterior lighting
Dt*: the contact stated during a state inspection the brake and running lights continually failed to illuminate. although, the bulbs were replaced six times the lights continued failing. the fuses were inspected, but were not the reason for the failures. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 96v253003…
Dt*: the contact stated during a state inspection the brake and running lights continually failed to illuminate. although, the bulbs were replaced six times the lights continued failing. the fuses were inspected, but were not the reason for the failures. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 96v253003, regarding the tail lights. the vehicle had the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it IS not included in the recall due to the vin. update 3/9/2006 - *nm
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Exhaust manifold studs broken. I found it when I wanted to replace the exhaust manifold gasket. in canada, they have worked aout a fix for the studs broking with ford why can't we this fixed for free. *nm
- Fuel system, gasoline
Strong smell of gasoline in passenger compartment. Problem comes and goes. Mechanics do not know why. I called the dealer but they (3037611560) stated that my vehicle's vin number wasn't among those recalled for the same problem. *jb
- Fuel system, other
In very high temperatures, my van stalls and eventually splatters and quits. This has happened on three ocassions with my wife and once with me and because it stalls, the steering gets really hard and almost caused me to run into another vehicle at a stop light.
- Vehicle speed control
While pulling in to our garage, my foot was not on the gas pedal, and the van accelerated. I pushed the brake but the van did not stop. the van crashed in to the back of our garage, moving the house off of the cement block. van IS currently at the dealership and I was told that "it will go to…
While pulling in to our garage, my foot was not on the gas pedal, and the van accelerated. I pushed the brake but the van did not stop. the van crashed in to the back of our garage, moving the house off of the cement block. van IS currently at the dealership and I was told that "it will go to service on monday for diagnostics". I am scared to drive this vehicle again. I have two small children and if this had happened anywhere else, the accident could have been more severe/fatal. I am completing this report in hopes that someone can look in to this problem (i've read other cases with this same problem) because I am scared to drive the vehicle any longer. I'm hoping that someone can help before something worse happens. *nm
- Electrical system › Wiring
Dt: the contact stated on 9-8-05 had the cruise control on at approximately 62 mph and suddenly the car started coasting. It slowed down. he pulled over and stopped the car. He opened the hood, and there was a big fire on the distributor and ignition areas. All of the six wires melted. The…
Dt: the contact stated on 9-8-05 had the cruise control on at approximately 62 mph and suddenly the car started coasting. It slowed down. he pulled over and stopped the car. He opened the hood, and there was a big fire on the distributor and ignition areas. All of the six wires melted. The contact had it towed to a workshop, and they said he should call the ford customer service. the contact called ford, and ford said someone would get in touch with him. The mechanic at the workshop told ford that it seemed to be an electrical fire due to the electrical system wiring malfunctioning. *ak the consumer contacted the manufacturer. they offered no assistance because there were no recalls under the vehicle's vin/. *nm
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Dt: caller said there IS a recall on her year, make, and model but not on her vehicle. The recall #00v419002, fuel tank vent hose leakage. Dealer has not been contacted yet. Manufacturer said her vehicle IS not included in the recall. Caller has been having this problem for about a year. She said it IS getting worse. Caller was never contacted about recall.*ak *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl) · Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch
Vehicle gear shift appears to go into park, however the transmission IS not really in park, thus causing the vehicle to roll, possibly when no one IS inside the vehicle. in addition, this condition can cause the driver to be stranded because the car will not restart due to it not being engaged in the park position.*ak
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Driver's automatic seat belt failed to function as it was designed. Seat belt had to be manually placed in the release and retract position. The seat belt motor made a grinding noise when this occurred. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
1995 mercury villager bought used in july 2004, with 70,000 miles. Exhaust noise started 2 months later. Mechanic informed me that it's a well known problem with all of these vehicles -- the exhaust manifold bolts break. Such a common problem and so well known, yet there's no recall???!?!??! Who IS looking out for the consumer? *Jb
- Vehicle speed control
While driving the vehicle suddenly accelerated although the driver's foot was not on the accelerator pedal. *nm on a second occasion the vehicle accelerated and the consumer hit a parked vehicle. the vehicle went into reverse and backed into a garage door. *tc *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
The consumer began to hear exhaust noises and smelled exhaust gases in the passenger compartment. the mechanic advised the consumer that the exhaust manifold stud(s) were broken. the total bill would have been approximately $1,000. through the internet, the consumer determined that this was a…
The consumer began to hear exhaust noises and smelled exhaust gases in the passenger compartment. the mechanic advised the consumer that the exhaust manifold stud(s) were broken. the total bill would have been approximately $1,000. through the internet, the consumer determined that this was a common problem with the vehicle. ford informed the consumer that it wasn't their problem as the vehicle was out of warranty and was not a part of recall. *nm the exhaust gases leaked at the engine. *sc *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Always have a gas odor in the car
- Power train › Driveline › Constant velocity joint · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor · Vehicle speed control
Very strong smelling gas fumes inside passenger compartment when heater IS turned on. While driving the speed gauge will stop working and the check engine light will come on. Brakes make a grinding noise even after being replaced. Cv boot IS leaking and cracked. Driver side auto-seat belt sometimes fails to go up and down. Rear windshield wiper gets stuck in up positions when tring to use it. *Ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
My 1995 mercury villager van that I purchased 02-08-2004 (used, as IS) from ace auto sales in mobile al. Caught on fire on a long bridge going over water to take my friend to work it shut down on us while we were going at least 65mph the van started smoking we pulled over jumped out and it…
My 1995 mercury villager van that I purchased 02-08-2004 (used, as IS) from ace auto sales in mobile al. Caught on fire on a long bridge going over water to take my friend to work it shut down on us while we were going at least 65mph the van started smoking we pulled over jumped out and it exploded 3 times fire was shooting from up under the hood my friend struggled to my baby out of the van by that time it exploded again, they had to duck down because moter oil was shooting out they could have been killed, they could have fell over the bridge!!!! We had to call the fire departmen by the time they got there the fire was out my friend got burnt trying to put it out we had to because the fire had spread under the van because of the oil, the ground was on fire , I payed $1500 dwn and $200 a month for 2 1/2 months and I have no car the dealer doesn't care that we could have been killed and he doesn't care that im a single parent with 5 children ages 9 months to 14yrs and one IS disabled they offerd no help they took my money thats not easy to come up with when you have kids and ran with it im a poor young woman trying to make it and because of the as IS law I get shafted what am I suppose to do I cant even take my sick daughter to the doctor she had a stroke when she was 7YRS shes 10 now and shes has a trache and IS in and out of a wheel chair she cant use her left side of her body. I seen on the internet that the mercury villarger had some recalls what im I going to do like I said im a struggling woman .trying to raise her kids how am I going to get them to school .*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel tank vent hose leakage
Periodic exposure to liquid gasoline may result in extraction of antidegradants from the subject fuel tank vent hose.hoses which have suffered loss of antidegradants can develop cracks in areas of high strain.fuel may spray or drip from cracked vent hoses following tank fill.starting at JOB#1 1998 my (california…
Periodic exposure to liquid gasoline may result in extraction of antidegradants from the subject fuel tank vent hose.hoses which have suffered loss of antidegradants can develop cracks in areas of high strain.fuel may spray or drip from cracked vent hoses following tank fill.starting at JOB#1 1998 my (california emissions vehicles) and JOB#1 1999 my (federal emissions vehicles), the subject vent hose composition changed from nitrile rubber hoses with chloroprene rubber covers (nbr/cr) to fluorocarbon rubber hoses with an outer layer blend of nbr/pvc.the changes were made to improve hydracarbon resistance for complaince with new evaporative emissions regulations.the modified hoses are also significantly more resistant to degradation and cracking.in a letter dated january 2, 2001, ford notified nhtsa that it will conduct a safety recall campaign to replace the subject vent hose in affacted vehicles.ford will begin notifying customers of the affected vehicles on or about the week of february 12, 2001 to return their vehicles to dealers for replacement of the fuel tank vent hose with the latest design lever part.
- Unexpected opening on sliding door
There is no summary currently available
- Fuel tank vent hose leakage
There is no summary currently available
- Fuel rail hose fitting leakage
The engineering analysis closing report covers 1993-1998 mercury villager and nissan quest minivans.these two minivans share a common body platform and power train.based on the low number of reported incidents and the absence of a demonstrable failure trend, a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at…
The engineering analysis closing report covers 1993-1998 mercury villager and nissan quest minivans.these two minivans share a common body platform and power train.based on the low number of reported incidents and the absence of a demonstrable failure trend, a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources IS not warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances. See engineering closing report ea99-015 for details.
- Fuel rail hose fitting leakage
Since september 1998, odi has received seven complaints of fuel odor or leakage in 1994 through 1995 mercury villager vehicles.four of the leaks have been traced to a short section of hose that connects the fuel supply tube to the rear of the fuel rail.informaiton contained in the reports indicate that the problem may…
Since september 1998, odi has received seven complaints of fuel odor or leakage in 1994 through 1995 mercury villager vehicles.four of the leaks have been traced to a short section of hose that connects the fuel supply tube to the rear of the fuel rail.informaiton contained in the reports indicate that the problem may be difficult to diagnose, with several owners alleging multiple dealer service repairs.advanced compression set IS evident in a hose removed from the most recent complaint vehicle.
- Battery explosions
A safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.an engineering analysis closing report IS included in the public file.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10013060Climate control a/c service tech tips.
- 10008580Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock.
- 10003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included.
- 6091783Information regarding shortage of new transmission assemblies.
- 6090862Whining noise from transaxle on light acceleration, tip-in acceleration between 40-64 km/h (25-40 mph)
- 6090860Exhibiting an intermittent condition where the speed control will not set or may disengage while driving.
- 6090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems.
- 6090085Service information for musty and mildew type odors coming from the air conditioning / heating system.
- 6090082Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement.
- 6089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses.
- 3031600Unknown
- 630515Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure.
- 630001Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area.
- 627747This aritlce IS to provide information on replacement of old style hood lamp switch to the rvised mechanical hood lamp switch.
- 625715Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *Slc
- 623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *Slc
- 619460Information on servicing the forward clutch.
- 616508Special field action regarding revised waranty information.
- 615278Some vehicles with analog instrument clusters may exhibit a concern of a fluctuating or jumping tachometer indicator needle.
- 615197Some vehicles with analog instrument clusters may exhibit a concern of a fluctuating or jumping tachometer indicator needle.
- 613343Experiencing a crunch / grunt noise from the rear suspension of some vehicles.
- 613338There may be a squeak / rattle noise from the sliding door area and / or the sliding door may be difficult to close.
- 613226Some vehicles may display diagnostic trouble code 34, or p0325 (mil dtc 0304) when testing the electronic engine control system.
- 613060Some vehicles may display diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 34, or po325 (mil dtc 0304) when testing the electronic engine control system, indicating a fault with the engine knock sensor circuit. *Mjs
- 613019Experiencing a squealing or grinding noise from either the front or rear brakes when the customer lightly applies the brakes.
- 612788Information regarding the servicing of the forward clutch, which has been replaced by three individual parts. *Mjs
- 612739Some vehicles equipped with compact disc changer may exhibit a 6 disc cd changer that IS not ejecting the magazine or IS not responding to command from the radio.
- 612408Be aware that the f6xz-7a360-aa forward clutch assembly has been replaced by 3 individual parts. Xf5z-7a360-aa(drum), xf5z-7a398-aa (planetary) and f3xy-7b066-f (pressure plate). Use of any of the original components in place of those listed could cause an endplay and/or shifting concern.
- 612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *Mjs
- 609654Addressing an intermittent condition where the speed control will not set or may disengage while driving.
- 609534Rear brakes are binding or overheating after having been serviced. Yd
- 607496Some vehicles may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning lamp and trouble codes 41/45/55/63.
- 607410This bulletin mentions the two different cylinders available for replacement liftgate support cylinders.
- 607367Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent ABS warning lamp concern and trouble codes 41/ 45/ 55/ 63 may be retrieved during a quick test.
- 607227Concerns with egr flow malfunction.
- 606946Brief information regarding exhaust gas recirculation (egr) system diagnosis.
- 606508Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock.
- 606476On some vehicles the check engine warning lamp may illuminate and diagnostic trouble codes 32, 35, p0400, p0402, p1400, p1401, p1402 or malfunction indicator lamp 0302, 0305, 0306, 0514, 1005 may be stored indicating a malfunction in the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) system.
- 606460Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump.
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