2001 Mercury Villager: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Mercury Villager: 1 recall, 20 owner complaints and up to 17 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #00V338001 · 2000 · 2,500 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles May have the plastic trim cover around the base of the front seat safety belt buckle trapped between the shoulder of the restraint anchorage bolt and the seat pedestal. This could eventually allow the seat belt buckle bolt to loosen.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the occupant seated in that location May not be adequately restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle assembly attachment. Some belt buckle assemblies May require replacement.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seat belts (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Suspension (3): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Airbags (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Tires (3): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (3).
The 2001 Mercury Villager has 20 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 11 Villager model years for complaints (well below the 157 average). Complaints peaked in 2004 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 30,088 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (71 complaints, 2 recalls), 2002 (18 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Mercury Villager have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2001 Mercury Villager. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 Mercury Villager problems?
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seat belts (3), suspension (3), airbags (3).
What gas mileage does the 2001 Mercury Villager get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (3.3 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2001 Mercury Villager repair manual?
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