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2008 Mercury Milan repairs by problem area

Engine (30%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 27 repairs.
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2008 Mercury Milan repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (4%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (32%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 25 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Mercury Milan 4dr Sedan

221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD

Mercury Milan in Illinois, United States
Sep 2014 - Mar 2019
Jan 2015

US $240
Battery Died, was a brand new battery when i purchased the car. Dealer gave me a Jump start and battery boost. Power Steering Gone Steering pump replaced with new one. car was put in shop on Saturday morning and received it on Monday afternoon. 
Mercury Milan in Tennessee, United States
Jan 2013 - Feb 2013
Feb 2013

78000 mi

US $500
O2 sensor 
Mercury Milan in Pennsylvania, United States
Apr 2012 - May 2016
Apr 2016

136000 mi

US $1664
Hydraulic booster failure 
May 2016

136000 mi
Total ECU failure 
Mercury Milan in New York, United States
Sep 2008 - Mar 2011
Jun 2009

12000 mi
left rear "door check" which holds door open defective. Part ordered for replacement.  new rear " door check" replaced with ordered part. 
Nov 2009

18000 mi
SYNC mic replaced with remote mounted new mic and software reprogrammed. 
Sep 2010

25000 mi
Replaced SYNC remote mic for the 2nd time. Still working OK 
Mercury Milan in California, United States
Jun 2010 - Dec 2013
Jan 2012

72100 mi

US $17
Left low beam bulb replacement. 
Feb 2012

65000 mi

US $100
Check engine light code indicated air/fuel ratio sensor, diagnosed as leaky intake manifold gasket, which was replaced. 
Nov 2013

95000 mi

US $100
Power driver's seat fore and aft motion became irregular - had to wiggle switch to get movement. Replaced motor and switch. Bill was $325, covered by Ford extended warranty less $100 deductible. 

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2008 Mercury Milan 4dr Sedan

160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD

Mercury Milan in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2018 - Jun 2020
Nov 2018

164000 mi

US $437
Water pump and thermostat failed and were replaced Valve cover gasket failed 
Oct 2019

169000 mi

US $25
The valve cover gasket was leaking and was replaced. 
Mercury Milan in Illinois, United States
Apr 2013 - Dec 2014
Aug 2014

112000 mi

US $140
Lower sway bar nut got blown off by a pot hole. Replaced both with aftermarket parts. 
Mercury Milan in New York, United States
Mar 2013 - Jan 2022
Nov 2014

127800 mi

US $705
Worn out CV Shaft on passenger side. Worn out wheel bearing on passenger side. 
Aug 2016

159600 mi

US $20
Had to replace air injection bypass checkvalve 
Nov 2017

185000 mi

US $20
Replaced front struts with new loaded strut kits. Valve cover gasket leaking oil into spark plug wells 
Mercury Milan in New York, United States
Aug 2008 - Feb 2011
Mar 2010

17000 mi
squeal while climate control system blowing air. 
Mercury Milan in Wisconsin, United States
Dec 2010 - Oct 2012
Jan 2011

59500 mi

US $3
Silicone on trunk trim and door panels. Aftermarket audio causing too many vibrations. 
Jul 2011

75000 mi

US $180
Replaced shock absorbers 
Jan 2012

100800 mi

US $90
Replaced driver side motor mount 
Apr 2012

94000 mi

US $210
Experienced rough shifting between 3-4 (45mph) after driving for a while. Replaced transmission shift solenoids. 

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2008 Mercury Milan Repair Histories

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