Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1972 Montego.
The 1972 Mercury Montego, as reflected in its complaint history spanning 2004 to 2007, experienced a pronounced reliability peak in 2005 with 135 reported issues, while 2004 marked the quietest year with just 3 complaints. This data situates the 1972 model year within a pattern of fluctuating owner feedback, where the 2005 surge suggests a concentration of problems that researchers should weigh against the notably low incidence in 2004.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 207.9 in |
| Overall width | 75.6 in |
| Overall height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in |
| Curb weight | 0 lb |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
SEVEN-BLADE COOLING FANS INSTALLED ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY BE SUBJECT TO FATIGUE CRACKING OF THE BLADES DUE TO STRESSES GENERATED DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION. Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE SEVEN BLADE FAN WITH A FAN OF FIVE BLADE DESIGN, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Remedy:
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.