1998 Mercury Villager

$950
from
2
listings
$950–$5K
price range
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Low$950
High$4,991
From$950
Avg Mileage225,000 mi
Fresh

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1998 Mercury Villager Pricing

Price Trend

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$997.5$1K$1K$1K$1KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,050
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Mercury Villager Safety & Reliability

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 2 recalls and 87 complaints for the 1998 Mercury Villager, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

2
Recalls
87
Complaints
11
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
00V4190022001-02-01
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

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 SIGNIFICANT HEATING OF THE FUEL TANK, THE FUEL IN THE TANK CAN EXPAND INTO THE VENT HOSE AND LEAK FUEL.

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

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97V1840011997-29-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMOTIVE BATTERIES SUPPLIED BY GNB TECHNOLOGIES. THESE BATTERIES HAVE A DEFECTIVE NEGATIVE POST THAT CAN CAUSE ACID LEAKAGE AND RELATED CORROSION DAMAGE.

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE BATTERY WHICH COULD LEAD TO AN ENGINE FIRE OR BATTERY EXPLOSION.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 87 issues reported over 1 model years, structure problems are the most common for the 1998 Mercury Villager. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Structure11
02Vehicle Speed Control10
03Suspension8
04Service Brakes, Hydraulic7
05Power Train6
87 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mercury Villager Fuel Economy

18mpg combined
·
16city
·
22hwy
·
$2,450/yr

The 1998 Mercury Villager is rated at 18 MPG combined across all 2 configurations. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

By Trim
Villager FWD Van - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Villager FWD Wagon - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 1998 Mercury Villager

3States

South Dakota has the most inventory at 33%, with options spread across 3 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

Buying a 1998 Mercury Villager?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1998 Mercury Villager a good car to buy?

The 1998 Mercury Villager has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report structure as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 1998 Mercury Villager?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 1998 Mercury Villager. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 Mercury Villager?

The 1998 Mercury Villager is EPA-rated at 18 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

What are common problems with the 1998 Mercury Villager?

Out of 87 owner complaints, structure issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 1998 compare to other Mercury Villager years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Mercury Villager model years. Visit the Mercury Villager buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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