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Mercury Milan problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Milan from 2006 to 2011: 2,519 owner complaints and 36 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2010 (1003), 2008 (451), 2007 (434). Best fuel economy: 26 mpg combined (2011).

Mercury Milan
Photo: Original uploader was Aneekr at en.wikipedia · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Airbags779
Brakes506
Steering335
Speed control / throttle257
Transmission & drivetrain244
Engine219
Exterior lights168
Electrical152

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2006421424
2007443423
2008445123
2009622623
201011100325
2011719126

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mercury Milan?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2010 (1003), 2008 (451), 2007 (434).

How many recalls has the Mercury Milan had?

Across 2006–2011, NHTSA lists 36 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).