Mercury Mariner Reliability Problems

Mariner owners have made 166 complaints over 7 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it second to last in overall reliaibility, with significant transmission and steering concerns.

The Most Common Mariner Problem

A list of some of the most common issues Mariner owners have to deal with.

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What Mariner Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

Full Lists on CarComplaints.com

Mariner Generations

The Mariner has 2 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 1st generation (2005–2007).

Mariner Key Numbers

  1. 166 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  2. 96 service bulletins

    Documenting the process of troubleshooting common problems.

  3. 7 recall campaigns

    Time-sensitive, free repairs for widespread safety problems.

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