2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid problems
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Common 2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, several common problems have been identified:
- Limp Mode: Some owners of the 2011 Mariner Hybrid have experienced issues with the vehicle going into limp mode. This can restrict the car's performance and may indicate underlying issues that need to be diagnosed and resolved by a qualified mechanic.
- Power Steering Issues: The 2008 Mariner Hybrid has been associated with power steering problems. Issues with the power steering system can affect the vehicle's handling and maneuverability, making it crucial to address these concerns to maintain safe driving conditions.
- Smoking from Engine Compartment: Complaints have been made about smoking coming from the engine compartment of the 2006 Mariner Hybrid. This issue could indicate overheating or other serious engine-related problems that require immediate attention to prevent further damage to the vehicle.
- Transmission Stopped Working: Owners of the 2011 Mariner Hybrid have reported instances where the transmission stopped working. Transmission issues can significantly impact the drivability of the vehicle and should be inspected and repaired by a qualified technician to ensure optimal performance.
These common problems with the Mercury Mariner Hybrid 2008 highlight the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to any issues that arise to ensure the safety, reliability, and longevity of the vehicle.
What years should you avoid Mercury Mariner?
Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 1st generation (2005–2007).
- 2nd Generation Mariner. Years 2008–2011 Reliability 26th out of 28 PainRank™ 10.32 Complaints 113.
- 1st Generation Mariner. Years 2005–2007 Reliability 27th out of 28 PainRank™ 11.15 Complaints 53.
Is there a recall on a 2008 Mercury Mariner?
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.
How many miles does a Mercury Mariner last?
We had this car last us over 300,000 miles. We put it through a lot of work in a decade because we were a single-car family and made quite a few road trips in it around the country. We had to replace the transmission around 220,000 miles and did some front end work after that.
Is a Mercury Mariner a good car?
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 years should you avoid Mercury Mariner?
Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 1st generation (2005–2007).
- 2nd Generation Mariner. Years 2008–2011 Reliability 26th out of 28 PainRank™ 10.32 Complaints 113.
- 1st Generation Mariner. Years 2005–2007 Reliability 27th out of 28 PainRank™ 11.15 Complaints 53.
Is the Mercury Mariner a good car?
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.
Are there any recalls on a 2008 Mercury Mariner?
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.
How many miles does a Mercury Mariner last?
We had this car last us over 300,000 miles. We put it through a lot of work in a decade because we were a single-car family and made quite a few road trips in it around the country. We had to replace the transmission around 220,000 miles and did some front end work after that.
2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mercury Mariner hybrid problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Engine problems
- Steering problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid
The NHTSA has received 116 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid vehicles.
2023-11-06
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-04
- VIN: 4M2CU39H08K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The Power Steering Assist Fault message was displayed. The contact was able to drive to her destination. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 226,118.
2022-06-24
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-24
- VIN: 4M2CU39H78K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 5-10 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving however, extra effort was needed to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering control module needed to be replaced. The contact became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that he would be responsible for the cost of the repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
2022-03-03
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-17
- VIN: 4M2CU39H58K
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The contact's son owns a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid. The contact stated that while her son was starting the vehicle, the steering wheel lost power steering functionality. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact's son was able to continue the drive the vehicle, however, extra effort was needed while driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the torque sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that no assistance could be provided because the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately was 143,340.
2022-01-10
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-01
- VIN: 4M2CU39H68K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid. The contact stated while moving from a complete stop, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact stated that the power steering assist fault message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V284000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and the contact was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
2021-04-28
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-22
- VIN: 4M2CU29H58K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT START-UP, THE POWER STEERING ASSIST WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT EXTRA EFFORT WAS NEEDED TO STEER THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE CONTACT INITIALLY SPOKE TO ALLAN VIGIL FORD (6790 MT ZION BLVD, MORROW, GA 30260) WHERE SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V284000 (STEERING). THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS REFERRED TO THE NHTSA FOR ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2020-06-11
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-01
- VIN: 4M2CU29H58K
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED WITH AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ANDY MOHR FORD LOCATED AT 2713 E. MAIN ST, PLAINFIELD, IN 46168 HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 87,000.
2019-06-17
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-01
- VIN: 4M2CU39H28K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS BRAKE LIGHT WARNING CAME ON. BRAKES PRETTY MUCH STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING TO THE LIGHTS. HAD TO DEPRESS THE PEDAL ALL THE WAY TO GET BRAKES. VERY UNSAFE. NOW THE BRAKE IS STUCK ON AND THE CAR DOESN'T MOVE. HAVE TALKED TO AND READ ABOUT SEVERAL PEOPLE THAT HAD THE SAME ISSUE. WHY HASN'T THERE BEEN A RECALL YET?
2019-04-16
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-15
- VIN: 4M2CU29H98K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: "TAKATA RECALL" WHEN I WAS LEAVING A STORE YESTERDAY I NOTICED THAT MY ABS, BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH A DESCRIPTION INDICATING MY CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. I NEVER NOTICED AN ISSUE WITH MY BREAKS PRIOR TO THESE SIGNALS COMING ON AND MY FIANC'S CAR HAD BEEN FUNCTIONING WELL FOR THE LAST FOUR YEARS. I NORMALLY DRIVE THE SUV SO WHEN I NOTICED IT SAID THAT I MADE SURE THE BREAKS WERE WORKING WHEN I STARTED TO MOVE. I DID NOTICE THAT THE BREAKS REQUIRED MORE OF A FIRM PUSH WHEN I WAS NEEDING TO COME TO A SPOT. I DIDN'T HAVE ANY ACCIDENTS OR CAUSED ME TO RUN ANY STOP LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS. HOWEVER, AFTER DOING MY OWN RESEARCH I DID FIND OUT THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM FOR THE 2008 MERCURY MARINERS AND FROM SOME OF THE WARNINGS I HAVE READ STATED THE BREAKS ENDED UP FAILING AFTER THIS ALL ACCRUED AND ABOUT GOT THEM INTO ACCIDENTS. WITH THE NHTSA ALREADY INVESTIGATING THE '2006-2012 FUSION AND LINCOLN MKZ AND THE 2006-2011 MERCURY MILAN' MODELS WITH THE SAME ISSUES, IT SEEMS THE ISSUE IS BIGGER THAN JUST THE MERCURY MARINER.
2019-01-15
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-28
- VIN: 4M2CU39H68K
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WE BOUGHT VEHICLE IN JAN, 2018 FROM A PRIVATE PARTY, AS A WORK VEHICLE FOR MY HUSBAND, WHO IS A USPS RURAL ROUTE CARRIER. TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LIGHT WENT ON, AND THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP WHEN IT WAS SUPPOSED TO, WHICH WAS VERY DANGEROUS IN WINTER. WE BELIEVE THE PRIOR OWNER KNEW ABOUT THIS. THE LIGHT WOULD JUST GO ON & OFF WITH NO PATTERN. ABOUT 1 1/2 MONTHS LATER, HE WAS DRIVING ON A 2 LANE HGWY (55 MPH) DELIVERING MAIL. HE WENT TO PULL FORWARD BUT THE CAR MADE A BRIEF NOISE AND THEN EVERYTHING JUST STOPPED WORKING. THE CAR WOULDN'T START, NO ELECTRICAL OR LIGHTS, HE COULD NOT EVEN ROLL THE VEHICLE BY HIMSELF TO A SAFE PLACE W/OUT HELP. THE ELECTRICAL AND PROPULSION SIMPLY STOPPED WORKING; PERIOD. WE ENDED UP DRAGGING IT HOME. DEALERSHIP GAVE EST. AMT OF REPAIRS AROUND $18K. I FOUND THE RECALL IN 2014 (14S19) FOR THE SAME THING. THE MEC PUMP WAS REPLACED IN 2014, WITH A "SUPPLEMENTAL" FIX IN 2015 SAME ISSUE. THIS IS THE EXACT SAME ISSUE AS THE PREVIOUS RECALL, WHICH NEITHER MERCURY OR ANY DEALERSHIP WANTS TO HONOR. I'M GUESSING THERE ARE MORE HYBRID MARINERS W/ SIMILAR ISSUES, BUT NOT ENOUGH TO ISSUE A FOLLOW-UP RECALL. SO HERE WE ARE STUCK IN CAR REPAIR PURGATORY. I DO BELIEVE THEY SHOULD HONOR THE RECALL NOW AND FIX THE PUMP AND REPLACE THE HYBRID BATTERY. NOT SURE ABOUT THE BRAKES, BUT I HAVE SEEN A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THEM AS WELL - AGAIN, NOT ENOUGH FOR A RECALL, WHICH AGAIN. PURGATORY. MY HUSBAND WAS VERY LUCKY. HAD IT BEEN A DIFF TIME OF DAY THERE WOULD HAVE BEEN MUCH MORE CAR & SEMI-TRUCK TRAFFIC ON THE HWY (SPEED LIMIT IS 55) AND WITH HIM LITERALLY JUST STOPPED DEAD IN HIS TRACKS, THERE SURELY WOULD HAVE AN IMMINENT RISK OF A SERIOUS REAR-END COLLISON, WITH POTENTIALLY DEADLY INJURIES. I AM LOOKING FOR HELP, ASSISTANCE, GUIDANCE AND ANYTHING ELSE FROM ANY SOURCE POSSIBLE TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE. WE ARE AT OUR WITTS END!!
2019-01-03
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-28
- VIN: 4M2CU29H08K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE UNTIL PRESSED HARD THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF. GAVE THE VEHICLE FOR DIAGNOSTICS TO MECHANIC - CODES U0418 INVALID DATA FROM BRAKE CONTROL MODULE, CODES C1478, C1479, C1480, WHEEL BRAKE PRESSURE CONTROL PLAUSIBILITY, U2023 COMMUNICATION NETWORK FAULT, MECHANIC GAVE ESTIMATE OF $5542.00 TO REPLACE ABS CONTROL ASSEMBLY. I CALLED FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE, THEY DECLINED TO ASSIST AT THIS TIME. NO HELP PROVIDED TO PUT MY VEHICLE BACK ON ROAD. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE.
2018-12-21
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-15
- VIN: 4M2CU39H58K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS DAUGHTER WHO OWNS A 2008 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE RE-GEN BRAKE DISABLED WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED. WHEN THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, IT OPERATED AS INTENDED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000.
2018-12-06
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-06
- VIN: 4M2CU29H68K
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: STOP SAFELY NOW CHIMES AND DISPLAYED ON DASH FOLLOWED BY NO ACCELERATION UNTIL VEHICLE STALLS AND STOPS.STARTS RIGHT BACK UP BUT CONTINUES TO HAPPEN ESPECIALLY IN LA RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. VERY DANGEROUS! HAD RECALL WORK DONE ON THE MECS 3YRS AGO BUT PROBLEM HAS CONTINUED. THIS HAPPENS WHILE IN MOTION ON THE 110 FREEWAY IN DOWNTOWN LOS ANGLELES, CA. COULD BE THE ELECTRIC THROTTLE BODY OR REAR ACTUATOR. OR ANY OTHER COMPONENT THAT WORKS WITH THE ELECTRIC MOTOR AND BATTERY.
2018-10-23
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-03
- VIN: 4M2CU39H38K
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CAR HAS BEEN ROCK SOLID RELIABLE UP UNTIL 3 WEEKS AGO. DRIVING NORMALLY ON CITY STREETS THE CAR ABRUPTLY SHUT DOWN THE HYBRID AND ICE PROPULSION UNITS. STEERING FROZE UP AND IT WAS LIKE PUTTING THE BRAKES ON IT STRANDED ME IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC CAUSING DELAYS FOR OTHER DRIVERS AND A DANGEROUS OBSTRUCTION. THE CAR HAS NO LIMP MODE TO ALLOW FOR SAFELY GETTING OUT OF TRAFFIC. IT HAD TO BE TOWED. FORD DEALER HAS HAD CAR FOR 3 WEEKS AND ARE STILL UNCERTAIN AS TO WHAT CAUSED THE UNSAFE SHUTDOWN.
2018-09-17
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-08
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO THE FLOORBOARD TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ROESCH FORD (333 W GRAND AVE, BENSENVILLE, IL 60106, (630) 279-6000) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED A THIRD TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AGAIN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO NHTSA. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 94,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2018-09-17
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-17
- VIN: 4M2CU39H98K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: HEADING WEST ON THE INTERSTATE I TOOK THE OFF RAMP AND CAME TO A STOP. AS I WAS STOPPING A TONE RANG OUT, THE ABS LIGHT, AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. THE BRAKES DIDN'T FEEL AS STIFF AS THEY SHOULD HAVE BUT I DID COME TO A STOP AS I WASN'T TRAVELING VERY FAST WHILE APPROACHING THE STOP SIGN. I TURNED LEFT AND PROCEEDED OVER THE OVERPASS TOWARDS A SIDE ROAD WHEN A CAR THAT HAD COME UP THE OFF RAMP FROM THE EASTBOUND LANE ROLLED THE STOP SIGN AND STOPPED WITH THE NOSE OF THEIR VEHICLE IN MY LANE. I NEARLY PUT THE BRAKE PEDAL THROUGH THE FLOOR AND HAD LITTLE TO NO BRAKES TO STOP ME. I AND MADE A SPLIT SECOND DECISION TO SWERVE AROUND THE CAR, DRIVING IN THE ONCOMING LANE AS I WAS ABLE VERIFY THERE WAS NO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. ONCE I PULLED OVER ON A SIDE ROAD I NOTICED THE DISPLAY IN THE DASH READ "REGEN BRAKE DISABLED" I DROVE SLOWLY TO A SMALL CAR SALES LOT WITH AN AUTO SHOP AND THEY RESEARCHED FOR A FEW MINUTES AND TOLD ME I WOULD HAVE TO TAKE IT TO A DEALER TO REPLACE A HYDRAULIC PUMP. THEY WERE ABLE TO FIX THE ISSUE BY DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY FOR A BIT BUT SAID MORE THAN LIKELY THE FIX WOULDN'T LAST. NEXT STOP IS THE FORD DEALER BUT FROM WHAT I'VE READ TONIGHT, MANY OTHER USERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME ISSUE AND HAVE BEEN QUOTED OVER HALF THE BOOK VALUE OF THE VEHICLE TO FIX THE ISSUE. I WAS GLAD NOT TO SLAM INTO THE PASSENGER DOOR OF THE LADY WHO PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME, I WAS GLAD I HAD A CLEAR LANE TO AVOID HER WITHOUT HAVING A HEAD-ON COLLISION BUT I CAN SEE WHERE THIS ISSUE COULD HAPPEN AT THE WRONG TIME AND PLACE AND CAUSE HARM OR LOSS OF LIFE FOR THOSE INVOLVED. BECAUSE I HAD LITTLE TO NO BRAKES WITH THE PEDAL PUSHED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR
2018-08-28
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-28
- VIN: 4M2CU29H88K
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. WHEN THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN PARK, IT BEGAN TO ROLL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME SYMPTOMS AS LISTED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V606000 (POWER TRAIN). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 140,000. *TT UPDATED 11/30/18*JB
2018-06-11
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-01
- VIN: 4M2CU29H38K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON, WITH REGEN BRAKE DISENGAGED NOTICE APPEARING, HCU UNIT FAILED, SEEMS TO BE A FREQUENT PROBLEM WITH HYBRID
2018-05-24
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-24
- VIN: 4M2CU29H68K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO VIBRATE. A MONTH LATER, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME HARD TO MANEUVER AND "POWER STEERING FAILURE" WAS DISPLAYED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V284000 (STEERING) ON APRIL 10, 2015. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.
2018-05-15
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-12
- VIN: 4M2CU39H58K
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I HAVE ABS, BRAKE WARNING AND REGEN BRAKES DISABLED MESSAGES ON DASH. FORD MECHANIC ESTIMATED COST OVER 5K.
2018-03-18
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-07
- VIN: 4M2CU39H88K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I HAVE A 14S05 HARD STEERING, POWER STEERING CONTROL PUMP NO LONGER WORKS. THIS CAUSES MY BRAKES TO SEIZE UP. THE DIAGNOSTIC ALSO INDICATES CODES C1480 R/F, C1478 L/F, C1313B R/F. INDICATING. BRAKE FAILURE. I AM DRIVING THIS CAR TO COMMUTE 45 MILES EACH WAY TO WORK DAILY. I AM VERY AFRAID BECAUSE THIS CAR IS A HAZARD. MY VIN# DOES NOT SHOW THAT THIS CAR IS AMONG THE GROUP THAT HAVE A PROBLEM BUT. I DO HAVE IT. FORD IS AWARE, WHY SHOULD I HAVE TO PAY FOR THE COVER UP OF THEIR ERROR? IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE, AN EXTREME EFFORT IS NEEDED TO MAKE ANY TURN, THE TURN RADIUS HAS INCREASED I CANNOT SAFELY TURN A CORNER IN THE CITY OR ON AN OFF RAMP. THE STEERING WHEEL AND TIRES IMMEDIATELY SNAP BACK TO THE FORWARD POSITION
2018-02-03
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-01
- VIN: 4M2CU39H18K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: HCU MODULE FAILURE AT 60,000 MILES. THIS FAILURE IS MENTIONED INTSB 05-8-5 & IN NHTSA ID# 10017553 THIS SEEMS TO BE A RECURRING PROBLEM IN MANY FORD ESCAPE/ MERCURY MARINER HYBRIDS GOING BACK TO 2005. MY DEALER ESTIMATED THE COST TO BE ALMOST $6000. THIS IS VERY DISTURBING, ESPECIALLY SINCE THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED SINCE PURCHASED IN 2009. IS FORD GOING INVESTIGATE THIS PROBLEM? CAN YOU DO ANYTHING TO HELP WITH THE FINANCIAL BURDEN PLACED ON AN OWNER OF ONE OF YOUR VEHICLES? WE HAVE PURCHASED A NUMBER OF FORD PRODUCTS OVER THE YEARS & FEEL THAT CUSTOMER LOYALTY SHOULD BE CONSIDERED. I HAVE LOST FAITH IN FORD SINCE THIS HAS OCCURRED. I HAVE DECIDED TO NOTIFY YOU OF THIS SITUATION SINCE THIS REPAIR COST IS OUT OF THE QUESTION. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IN THIS MATTER.
2017-11-27
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-20
- VIN: 4M2CU39H58K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS WARNING LIGHT, REGEN BRAKE SYSTEM DISABLED WARNING LIGHT BRAKE SYSTEM NOT WORKING PROPERLY, HARD TO STOP VEHICLE
2017-09-20
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-28
- VIN: 4M2CU39H58K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AND CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM MESSAGE COMES ON AT ANYTIME WHILE DRIVING ON SITTING STILL. LOSE BRAKING POWER, CAUSING DRIVER TO PUSH BRAKE VERY HARD TO STOP AND BRAKE PEDAL SOMETIMES GOES TO THE FLOOR AND YOU HAVE TO USE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. DEALER COULDN'T LOOK AT THE CAR FOR THREE WEEKS SAID ITS OKAY TO DRIVE IN "MANUAL MODE", HOWEVER MANUAL MODE ONLY USES REAR BRAKES AND WILL TAKE VEHICLE A LONG DISTANCE TO STOP IN RAINY CONDITIONS.(I WENT THROUGH A BUSY INTERSECTION IN THE RAIN AND ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT SO LEFT IT AT THE DEALER). DEALER HAD VEHICLE FOR ALMOST SIX WEEKS, REPLACED THE ABS HUC TWICE, FINALLY CALLED FORD. FORD ADVISED TO REPLACE ALL BRAKE HOSES "DUE TO RESTRICTIONS". DEALERS ARE TELLING OWNERS THEY HAVE TO REPLACE ABS HCU AND PART ALONE COST $4700.00. HOWEVER, FORD KNOWS OF THE PROBLEM AND IS NOT PUTTING OUT A BULLETIN OR RECALL, UNTIL SOMEONE GETS KILLED. OWNERS ARE TRADING THE UNSAFE CAR BECAUSE THE DEALER IS MISDIAGNOSING THE REAL PROBLEM WHICH COST APPROXIMATELY $300.00
2017-08-12
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-10
- VIN: 4M2CU39H58K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PRESSED BRAKE PADEL TO FLOOR WHILE AVOIDING COLLISION WITH OTHER CARD. THEN PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE ABS MODULE CONTROL THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM THAT CONTROL BRAKING. INFORMED TO NOTIFY NHTSA OF THE EXTREME UNSAFE BRAKING CONDITION WHEN ABS MODULE FAILS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 134,129. FORD MOTOR COMPANY CHARGE $4,000 FOR THE ABS MODULE CONTROL. THEY ARE GOUGING THE AMERICAN CONSUMER WITH EXCESSIVE PRICING WHO WANTS TO DRIVE SAFELY.
2017-08-07
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-29
- VIN: 4M2CU39H68K
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 72 MPH, THE WARNING IMAGE OF A RED EXCLAMATION POINT INSIDE A TRIANGLE ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE ENGINE AND, AFTER A FEW MINUTES, THE VEHICLE RETURNED TO NORMAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AT 866-436-7332 AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
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2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid problem | Ford Forums
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What's Wrong with the Mercury Mariner Hybrid?
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Jamison Konopelski 2025-01-05
I hope you're doing well! I noticed that you were searching for a good value in a used Hybrid car and were concerned about performance, price, and reliability. I did some research on this car and was very impressed with its performance, handling, features, and style. If you're interested, I highly recommend taking one for a drive and seeing what I mean. I also have a Fusion that I like, but this car has been a great choice! It performs like a powerful 6 cyl, but gets 30+ MPG combined mileage (my real experience). It's also very comfortable and gets positive comments from my family and friends, who think it looks like a new car!
Torey Buckridge 2025-01-03
This SUV has good gas mileage and performance for a hybrid. Although there have been a few quality issues, overall it is a good choice.
Virgil Kautzer 2024-11-06
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to let you know that I've had the car for two weeks now and I couldn't be happier. The efficiency is exactly what was projected, the creature comforts have exceeded my expectations, and even my 9-year old son thinks the car is really cool.
Kayden Breitenberg 2024-09-28
I am so impressed with this car! It's definitely the coolest car I've ever driven. I do find it a bit puzzling that Ford seems to undervalue it, given the limited features and colors compared to the V6. However, I think they should be proud of themselves for creating such a fantastic vehicle. In my opinion, this car should be the flagship vehicle for Mercury. It's so much fun to drive, especially when it goes into EV mode, and the efficiency and fit and finish are amazing. The NAV system and stereo are both awesome, and the fact that it comes with free Sirius for 3 years is a great bonus! My wife and I both loved it so much that we each got one!
Deontae Hartmann 2024-09-26
Just switched from an '05 Mariner FWD V6 to an '08 AWD Hybrid and we are super impressed! The car has been redesigned beautifully, and we still love it just as much as the first version. The interior has been improved significantly and seems bigger, even though it is not. Overall, it is a more upscale looking vehicle. The hybrid engine is a joy to drive, and we are hitting close to 30 miles per gallon, even with the majority of miles being on the highway.