2002 Mercury Villager Value
4M2ZV11T42DJ01863
Vehicle history report for the 2002 Mercury Villager Value (VIN 4M2ZV11T42DJ01863). Red, minivan, 3.3L 6-cyl 170 hp, gasoline. 159,479 mi reported. Registered in Nc. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 4M2ZV11T42DJ01863
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2002 Mercury Villager.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Mercury Villager, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 35
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2002 Mercury Villager.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I TOOK MY CAR TO ALLAN VIGIL FORD IN FAYETTVILLE GA FOR SERVICE AND I NOT HAPPY WITH THE REPAIRS . FIRST , THE ALARM IS GOING OFF ALONG WITH THE HORN AT RANDOM .SECOND ,THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS DO NOT WORK . I HAVE TO USE A FLASHLIGHT AT NIGHR TO SEE WHAT SPEED I AM GOING .THIRD , I AM DRIVING WITH NO HORN . AND FINALLY ,THE IGNITION KEY DOES NOT LOCK OR UNLOC…
NHTSA ODI #10749753ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCURY VILLAGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH MAKING A TURN, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED IMMEDIATELY. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 78,000.
NHTSA ODI #10637028SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,TIRES
WELL HERE GOES I BOUGHT 2002 M MOUNTAINEER IN 04 ,W/ 15000 MILES,SO FAR I HAVE REPLACED REAR AXEL 2 SETS WHEEL BARONS ALTERNATOR,BATTERY ,HEATER TWICE,BOTH COIL SPRINGS ARE BROKE ,IDOL CONTROL SWITCH SOLENOID ,GASKETS 4 TIRES REAR BRAKES. ANOTHER PART CAUSE MY INTERIOR LIGHTS WOULD NOT STOP..I REALLY THINK I GOT A LEMON HERE ,I HAVE HAD IT FOR 5 YRS AND CAN …
NHTSA ODI #10265892ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10250057STRUCTURE
MOTOR MOUNT MUST BE REPLACED DO TO FAILURE. ANY ACCELERATION OR SHIFTING CAUSES THE ENGINE TO SHAKE. THIS SHAKING CAUSES A STRONG VIBRATION THROUGHOUT THE VAN. I WAS QUOTED $200 TO REPLACE THE MOUNT. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10210247VISIBILITY
ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26TH 2007 AT 7AM I TOOK MY 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER TO DUNCANVILLE FORD TO HAVE THE LIFT GATE REPAIRED. THE LEFT HINGE BOLT BROKE, DETACHING THE HINGE, WHICH LEFT MY HATCHBACK HANGING BY THE RIGHT HINGE. THE SERVICE MANAGER AT DUNCANVILLE FORD REFUSED TO EVEN LOOK AT MY VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGING ME A $47 DIAGNOSTIC FEE. WHEN I TOLD HIM …
NHTSA ODI #10188935SUSPENSION
FRONT SPRING ON 2002 SABLE BROKE WHILE SITTING IN DRIVEWAY, ONLY 83,000 MILES. FORD MOTOR WILL NOT HELP TO REPLACE AT NO CHARGE, OR REPLACE THE $120 TIRE THAT THE BROKEN SPRING PUNCTURED. PREVIOUSLY 3 YEARS , 99-0, ) WERE RECALLED DUE TO THIS PROBLEM, AND FORD STILL WON'T REPLACE THEM FOR ME, AFTER FAILURE. IT WAS LUCKY IT DID NOT HAPPEN ON THE ROAD BECA…
NHTSA ODI #10187672SUSPENSION
TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE 2002 MERCURY SABLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE FORWARD. THEN, TTEMPTED TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE FOR A SECOND TIME, BUT COULD NOT. THE CONTACT GOT OUT TO SEE WHAT WAS STOPPING THE VEHICLE FROM GOING IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THE DRIVER'S LEFT TIRE WAS FLAT. THE …
NHTSA ODI #10180967+ 27 more complaints on record.
