Most common 1999 Ford Mountaineer problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford Mountaineer complaints by model year
Best Mountaineer years: 1998. Compare all years →
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 1999 Ford Mountaineer:
Airbag system's light dysfunctional
There is no summary currently available
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1999 Ford Mountaineer a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1999 Mountaineer rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the Mountaineer at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Ford Mountaineer?
The wheels & tires — 2 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the speed control & acceleration (2) and suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 1999 Ford Mountaineer have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 Ford Mountaineer. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford Mountaineer?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1998. See the full Ford Mountaineer years comparison.
At what mileage do 1999 Ford Mountaineer problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 80,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.