Model year guide

2006 Mercury Milan

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Mercury Milan is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 69 on record.

2006 Mercury Milan — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Mercury Milan at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints213
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$3,261

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2006 Mercury Milan recalls 5

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V158000 · 10/03/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion, Lincoln Zephyr, Lincoln MKZ, 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, and Lincoln MKX vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with an alternate one, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 9, 2021 for the passenger side, and November 14, 2022 for the driver side. Owners may contact Ford customer service at…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #19V904000 · 18/12/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #17V024000 · 10/01/2017

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Ford …

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners of the recall and that parts are not yet available began mailing March 1, …

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V384000 · 31/05/2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Ford Ranger vehicles, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles, and 2005-2011 Ford Mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, Ameri…

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Ford mailed interim letters informing owners that parts are not yet available on July 15, 2016. Owners wil…

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #14E028000 · 29/05/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain all weather driver side accessory floor mats sold for use in model year 2006-2011 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2007-2011 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured November 9, 2007, through October 31, 2010. The affected floor mats may move and possibly interfere with the accelerator pedal.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement mats, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S07. NOTE: Vehicles built after October 31, 2010, while potentially equipped wi…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2006 Mercury Milan common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 213 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2006 Mercury Milan MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,717

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2006 Mercury Milan worth?

Low
$1,400
Typical price
$3,261
High
$5,600

From 69 comparable 2006 Mercury Milan listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Mercury Milan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,585
Fuel only$13,585
Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Mercury Milan trims & engines on record

Trims
Premier · Base · Milan
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 210 hp · 2.3L 4-cyl 160 hp

2006 Mercury Milan vehicles on record

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Other Mercury Milan model years

2011 2010 2009 2008 2007

2006 Mercury Milan — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Mercury Milan have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2006 Mercury Milan. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercury Milan?

Based on 213 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, air bags, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Mercury Milan get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Mercury Milan at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2006 Mercury Milan worth?

Comparable 2006 Mercury Milan listings run roughly $1,400–$5,600, typically around $3,261 (from 69 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.