1997 Mercury Mountaineer

$3,700
from
1
listings
$4K–$4K
price range
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Low$3,700
High$3,700
From$3,700
Avg Mileage175,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 1 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

1997 Mercury Mountaineer Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,700
$4K–$4K
1 listings175,000 avg miles
Premier
From$2,521
12 listings|$3K–$10K

1997 Mercury Mountaineer Pricing

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Mercury Mountaineer Safety & Reliability

High Concern

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 369 complaints for the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer, a high safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
369
Complaints
42
Crashes
10
Fires
Recall Findings
97V1370001997-19-08
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LIFTGATE ASSIST GAS CYLINDER BRACKET ON THE RIGHT HAND BODYSIDE OUTER PANEL WAS INCORRECTLY WELDED.

THE GAS CYLINDER BRACKET MAY NOT PROPERLY SUPPORT THE LIFTGATE INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 369 issues reported over 1 model years, tires problems are the most common for the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Tires160
02Vehicle Speed Control43
03Service Brakes, Hydraulic30
04Engine And Engine Cooling15
05Electrical System14
369 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mercury Mountaineer Fuel Economy

14mpg combined
·
12city
·
17hwy
·
$4,800/yr

The 1997 Mercury Mountaineer is rated at 14 MPG combined across all 2 configurations. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

By Trim
Mountaineer 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
12 city17 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Mountaineer 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
12 city17 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1997 Mercury Mountaineer

14States

Minnesota has the most inventory at 17%, with options spread across 14 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1997.

1997 Mercury Mountaineer Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer?

The 1997 Mercury Mountaineer is EPA-rated at 14 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

What are common problems with the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer?

TIRES problems top the list with 369 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 1997 compare to other Mercury Mountaineer years?

The 1997 sits at a specific point in the Mercury Mountaineer lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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