Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1976 Montego.
The 1976 Mercury Montego stands as a notable subject for researchers, with its long-term ownership profile defined by a sharp divergence in its documented reliability record. When examining the model's complaint history tracked between 2004 and 2007, the data reveals a stark contrast, as a low of just 3 complaints in 2004 escalates dramatically to a peak of 135 in 2005. This abrupt shift places this specific model year at a highly volatile point in the Montego's reliability timeline, indicating that latent issues ultimately undermine the vehicle's viability as a dependable long-term purchase.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 215.7 in |
| Overall width | 76 in |
| Overall height | 52.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in |
| Curb weight | 4251 lb |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN FRONT PARK/TURN SIGNAL LAMP ASSEMBLIES THAT MAY BE IN NON-COMPLIANCE TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT". THE… Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT PARK/TURN SIGNAL LAMP ON EACH HEADLIGHT DOOR WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
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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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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.