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Common Mercury Mariner problems
The Mercury Mariner, a compact crossover SUV manufactured between 2005 and 2011, has been known to have several common problems. These issues have been reported by owners and have been compiled from various sources, such as CarComplaints.com and the CarParts.com blog.
- Transmission Failure: Transmission failure is a common problem with the Mercury Mariner, with the 2006 model year being particularly affected. This issue has an average cost to fix of $3,700 and an average mileage of 48,000 mi. Transmission failure can lead to a variety of problems, including difficulty shifting, slipping, and a complete loss of drive power.
- Blower Motor Problems: Blower motor problems have also been reported with the Mercury Mariner. This issue can affect the vehicle's heating and cooling system, making it difficult to maintain a comfortable temperature inside the vehicle.
- Cooling Pump Failure: Many owners of hybrid Mercury Mariners have reported that the cooling pump failed. This problem can lead to overheating and can potentially cause damage to other components of the vehicle's hybrid system.
These common problems with the Mercury Mariner can lead to costly repairs and can affect the vehicle's overall reliability. It is important for owners to stay aware of these issues and to address them promptly to ensure the safety and longevity of their vehicle.
What year to avoid Mercury Mariner?
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).
Is a Mercury Mariner a reliable vehicle?
The Mercury Mariner received mixed reviews from owners and good scores from users, with a reliability rating of 3.7 out of 5.0 on RepairPal. Some of the most common problems of the Mercury Mariner include steering shaft issues, power steering failure, transmission failure, and blower motor problems.
What are common problems with Mercury?
Depending on the type and amount, exposures to mercury can damage the nervous system, kidneys, liver and immune system. Breathing mercury vapors can harm the nervous system, lungs and kidneys. Mercury vapors can pass easily from the lungs to the bloodstream.
Are Mercury mariners expensive to maintain?
Mercury Mariner Repair & Maintenance Costs
The annual maintenance cost of a Mercury Mariner is $497. Repair and maintenance costs vary depending on age, mileage, location and shop.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Mercury Mariner years
We have researched Mercury problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Mercury Mariner cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Mercury Mariner model years:
- Mercury Mariner 2008
- Mercury Mariner 2009
- Mercury Mariner 2010
- Mercury Mariner 2011
- Mercury Mariner 2005
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Mercury Mariner model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Mercury Mariner years
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Mercury Mariner car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Mercury Mariner , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Steering problems
- Power train problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Engine problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Mercury Mariner vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Mariner model years
A total of 35 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Mariner model years
There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Mariner model years
There were a total of 36 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 1280 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Mercury Mariner . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Mercury Mariner vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Mercury Mariner 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-22
- VIN: 4M2CU97158K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the steering wheel was significantly difficult to turn. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the contact was informed that the electric power steering had failed. The mechanic determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering). The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 104,392.
Mercury Mariner 2009
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-03
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-04
- VIN: 4M2CU87759K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated that while her son was driving at various speeds, the vehicle intermittently experienced a loss of power steering assist. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
Mercury Mariner 2009
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-03
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-02
- VIN: 4M2CU97G99K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The power steering on my vehicle has failed and the repair shop stated there is an expired recall for the steering on this vehicle from 2014. I bought my vehicle (2009 Mercury Mariner) 1 year ago. VIN: [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Mercury Mariner 2009
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-03
- VIN: 4M2CU97G59K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated while driving 30-35 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle after 15-20 minutes, and the power steering became functional. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving. The dealer was contacted and charged a fee for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.
Mercury Mariner 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-13
- Date Complaint: 2024-06-29
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4M2CU81ZX8K
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Car was in accident in October of 2022 has been lost since
Mercury Mariner 2009
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-13
- Date Complaint: 2024-06-13
- VIN: 4M2CU81G19K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact's fiancée owns a 2009 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering); however, a month after the recall repair, the vehicle lost power steering functionality while driving at an undisclosed speed. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that a fee would be charged for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The dealer later informed that the software for the power steering control module (PSCM) was previously updated under the recall; however, the manufacturer informed the contact that there was no record of the recall repair in the vehicle repair history. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Mercury Mariner 2009
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-21
- Date Complaint: 2024-06-07
- VIN: 4M2CU87719K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: My 2009 Mercury Mariner’s steering wheel started locking up 3 months ago, making it impossible to drive. I looked up the make and model to see if there was a safety recall on it, and there was, but my VIN wasn’t included in the recall campaign, even though it fits the criteria exactly. ///////////Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured August 18, 2006, through September 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. As a result, the system could remove the Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist.////
Mercury Mariner 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-08
- Date Complaint: 2024-05-22
- VIN: 4M2CU97178K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The steering wheel does not return to center when making turns. It is more pronounced during left turns. This is a dangerous condition that could result in the vehicle going left or right of center and striking pedestrians, bicyclists, oncoming traffic, fixed objects. An independent service center confirmed that the issue was a bad torque sensor and bad motor in the steering column. I have schedule a police inspection for 5/23/2024. Issue first appeared this year. No warnings.
Mercury Mariner 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-22
- Date Complaint: 2024-05-03
- VIN: 4M2CU81168K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became loose while steering in either direction. As the failure persisted, the steering wheel had become stiff and the "Power Steering Assist" warning message appeared on the instrument panel. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle due to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with power steering assist failure. The mechanic was unable to obtain the part needed to repair the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering) which was linked to the failure. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Mercury Mariner 2009
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-04-27
- VIN: 4M2CU29309K
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Months back there were times the power steering would go out, it would be for short amount of times and always came back. As of 40+ days ago the power steering has totally gone out and has not once come back. The dash says "power steering assist fault" The other issue is the wrench on the dash. It's normally after driving for quite some time. Even if there has been a break on the car while grocery shopping etc. when it comes on the car goes into limp mode. VERY DANGEROUS as we cannot tell when it'll happen. There has been multiple times the light turns green we take off, get to about 15-20MPH and she just stops. The dash reads to safetly pull over and I believe it says to shut off the car. This has been happening for 5+ months. There is also random over heating when that happens. This is based on how I remember it. Because of the safety issues I have not driven the vehicle. My husband drives it because he can handle no power steering better then me... Not that it's better for anyone to use..
Mercury Mariner 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-03-05
- VIN: 4M2CU87148K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who replaced the steering sensor however, the contact stated the failure persisted and the local mechanic was unable to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
Mercury Mariner 2008
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-07
- Date Complaint: 2024-02-09
- VIN: 4M2CU97158K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Power Steering Assist Fault. Loss of power steering.
Mercury Mariner 2010
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-02-04
- VIN: 4M2CN9HG9AK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The power steering assist is malfunctioning and it is available for inspection upon request. The steering wheel is very difficult to turn, it's as if the power steering assist is keeping the wheel from turning. No, but I spoke to someone at Ford and they said that it sounded like my car should be in the recall that was announced for my vehicle type but my VIN was not included in the recall. My car has not been inspected by anyone but it says right on the dash board digital display that there is a "Power Steering Assist Fault". Ford does this with many vehicles they recall, a lot of vehicles that should be included in the recalls are not and we're supposed to foot the bill for their lack of concern for public safety? It's going to cause an accident but it's my only working car and I can't afford to pay for their mistakes. How many have died due to their negligence I'm wondering.
Mercury Mariner 2009
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-09
- Date Complaint: 2024-01-09
- VIN: 4M2CU91729K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the steering wheel was locked. The message "Power Steering Assist Fault" was displayed. The dealer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering) however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
Mercury Mariner 2009
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-08
- Date Complaint: 2024-01-08
- VIN: 4M2CU87G29K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated while driving around a traffic circle and making a left turn at approximately 20 MPH, the power steering failed to function as intended. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stopped the vehicle and turned off and restarted the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to regain power steering functionality. The contact drove the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle had not been diagnosed by the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 175,000.
Latest 5 recalls Mercury Mariner
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 22 recalls for different components of the Mercury Mariner.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Mercury Mariner 2011
- Report Received Date: 2016-10-26
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S41.
- Model: Mercury Mariner 2010
- Report Received Date: 2016-10-26
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S41.
- Model: Mercury Mariner 2007
- Report Received Date: 2015-09-29
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009. The affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2.3L or 3.0L engine and have had their CD4E transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between June 11, 2015 through July 15, 2015. These service repair part transmissions have a shift lever bolt that may not be properly tightened. As a result, the shift control lever could disengage from the transmission without warning.
- Consequence: If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the gear selection indicator may show that the transmission is in the "PARK" position, but the vehicle transmission may not actually be in the "PARK" gear position. If the vehicle is not in the "PARK" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and either tighten the manual shift lever bolt or replace the manual shift lever assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S28.
- Model: Mercury Mariner 2005
- Report Received Date: 2015-09-29
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009. The affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2.3L or 3.0L engine and have had their CD4E transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between June 11, 2015 through July 15, 2015. These service repair part transmissions have a shift lever bolt that may not be properly tightened. As a result, the shift control lever could disengage from the transmission without warning.
- Consequence: If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the gear selection indicator may show that the transmission is in the "PARK" position, but the vehicle transmission may not actually be in the "PARK" gear position. If the vehicle is not in the "PARK" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and either tighten the manual shift lever bolt or replace the manual shift lever assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S28.
- Model: Mercury Mariner 2008
- Report Received Date: 2015-09-29
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009. The affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2.3L or 3.0L engine and have had their CD4E transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between June 11, 2015 through July 15, 2015. These service repair part transmissions have a shift lever bolt that may not be properly tightened. As a result, the shift control lever could disengage from the transmission without warning.
- Consequence: If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the gear selection indicator may show that the transmission is in the "PARK" position, but the vehicle transmission may not actually be in the "PARK" gear position. If the vehicle is not in the "PARK" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and either tighten the manual shift lever bolt or replace the manual shift lever assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S28.
Latest negative Mercury Mariner car reviews
Latest positive Mercury Mariner car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2011
The back up camera in the rear view mirror is a great feature. Despite the lack of grab bars and mechanical lock release in the back seat, we are thoroughly enjoying our new premier V6 car with leather seats, dual climate, rear view back up camera and moon roof. We have previously owned a 2005 Toyota Highlander, which had a nicer interior but lacked modern amenities. While my husband feels that the car has a truck-like feel due to its higher seating position and slightly longer front, I believe that it adds to the SUV experience. We decided to try Mercury as my dad has always been a Ford buyer and we have had good experiences with their longevity.
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Vehicle year: 2006
Great car to drive! It's comfortable, hugs the road, and is both quiet and fun. I got the Moon roof and it was definitely worth the extra cost. I'm getting 27 mpg back and forth (12 miles) to work and 31+ mpg on the interstate. :)
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Vehicle year: 2005
I used to drive a Toyota Corolla and I thought it was a great car. However, since I started driving the compact Mariner, I have fallen in love with its handling and the fact that it sits higher. It's a really nice car!
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Vehicle year: 2006
The Mariner has been such a pleasant surprise during my first year of ownership! I'm over 6'4
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Vehicle year: 2008
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with the Mariner. This is actually my second time leasing this vehicle, and I have to say that I absolutely love it! On highway trips, I'm able to get a solid 26 MPG even when driving at 75 mph. I was so excited about this that I even sent a picture text to my dealer to prove it! I hope he uses this information for future customers. I haven't had any problems with comfort, reliability, or safety, and the commercial that came out with the husband and wife fighting over the Mariner was exactly what my husband and I do on a constant basis. I think he loves it even more than I do. Thank you for taking the time to read about my experience!
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Bradford Cruickshank 2025-02-22
Vehicle year: 2008
I purchased a brand new 2008 Mercury Mariner from Malloy Auto Mall in Woodbridge, VA. Unfortunately, in 2009, the transmission began to skip gears. However, I was relieved to find that it was fixed under warranty. In 2010, I had to take it back to the shop for the transmission again, but this time it was not covered by warranty and cost over $800 to fix. In 2011, I had to take it back to the shop for the same issue, and this time it cost $2235 to fix it. Despite my disappointment, I believe that this issue is specific to my vehicle and does not reflect the quality of the Mercury Mariner as a whole. I encourage potential buyers to do their research and make an informed decision.
Durward Bogisich 2025-01-29
Vehicle year: 2008
Hello! I, like many others, had an issue with the transmission cooler leak, which was fixed. Unfortunately, my transmission is now out. I have 65,000 miles on my vehicle and had to buy a new transmission. I was wondering if anyone else had this problem or if I just got a lemon. I haven't had any other problems until I noticed the leak, which I got fixed immediately. However, a month later, my transmission started slipping. I couldn't believe it. I am disappointed with my FORD vehicle and will not be purchasing another one. It seems like they don't take pride in their vehicles, especially since they only offer a 60,000 mile warranty instead of the 100,000 miles that other competitors offer. If anyone else has had this problem, please let me know. Thank you!
Rowland Grant 2025-01-23
Vehicle year: 2006
I love this car! I bought it fresh out of college in 2006 and I have absolutely no complaints. While it may not be the flashiest car on the road, I pat myself on the back every time I get behind the wheel. I strongly disagree with any owner that criticizes engine power because for the size and amount of money, this thing has some serious punch to it. I have driven almost 40,000 miles and have had no mechanical issues whatsoever. Overall, I rate this car as extremely dependable, practical and a great every-day ride. In fact, my best friend loved mine so much that she bought one too!
Charlie Anderson 2025-01-19
Vehicle year: 2009
This vehicle is a lot of fun to drive and has great gas mileage, getting up to 27.9 mpg on the highway. While the 4 cylinder engine may run a bit rough at idle in an effort to maximize fuel efficiency, it's a small price to pay for such great mileage. I did experience an issue with the computer controlling the transmission, which caused the car to downshift 2 gears on the highway, but thankfully the dealer was able to fix it the same day by resetting the computer. Apparently, this is a common problem with '09 models. With 6,000 miles on it, I truly enjoy driving this car, but it's important to be careful at high speeds as it can feel a bit unstable. Overall, I would recommend this vehicle to anyone looking for a fuel-efficient and enjoyable ride.
Loy Rolfson 2024-11-14
Vehicle year: 2011
I got this vehicle after driving a Mountaineer for 6 years. While the Mariner was a little disappointing in comparison, I did get a great deal on it. The gas mileage and comfort are both okay, but the drive can be a bit noisy at times. Unfortunately, even though I got the 'flex fuel' model, I haven't been able to find any flex fuel in my area of the country. It's a bit frustrating, but overall I'm still happy with my purchase.