2006 Mercury Mariner problems
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Common 2006 Mercury Mariner problems
The Mercury Mariner is a compact crossover SUV produced from 2005 to 2011.
One of the most frequently reported problems is related to the steering system. Some owners have experienced steering shaft issues, which can cause steering to fail unexpectedly. These issues can be dangerous, especially at high speeds or in tight turns.
Another common problem reported by owners of the 2006 Mercury Mariner is transmission failure. Transmission failure can be a serious issue, as it can prevent the vehicle from moving or cause it to stall unexpectedly.
The blower motor is another component that has caused problems for some owners of the 2006 Mercury Mariner. The blower motor may fail, causing the heating and cooling system to stop working. This can be a major inconvenience, especially in extreme temperatures.
For owners of the hybrid Mercury Mariner, the cooling pump is a common point of failure. This can cause the vehicle to overheat, which can lead to more serious issues if not addressed promptly.
In addition to these specific issues, some owners have reported experiencing a low current draw that can cause the battery to die, even when the vehicle is turned off. This can be a major inconvenience, especially if the vehicle is left in a parking garage or other location where it cannot be easily recharged.
While these issues are concerning, it's important to note that the 2006 Mercury Mariner received mixed reviews from owners, with some reporting that they have had no mechanical problems with their vehicles.
If you are experiencing any of these issues with your 2006 Mercury Mariner, it's important to have them addressed promptly by a qualified mechanic. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent many of these issues from occurring, and can help ensure that your vehicle remains safe and reliable.
What year should I avoid Mercury Mariner?
Some owners have reported clunky shifting and a whining noise that eventually leads to transmission failure. This is the worst issue in the Mariner and has happened to several Mercury Mariners made from 2006 to 2007.
Is there any recalls on a 2006 Mercury Mariner?
Hybrid propulsion system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Ford Escape hybrid electric vehicles manufactured October 13, 2003, to June 20, 2008, and 2006-2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid electric vehicles manufactured June 10, 2005, to June 20, 2008.
How reliable is the Mercury Mariner?
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.
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.
What year should I avoid Mercury Mariner?
Some owners have reported clunky shifting and a whining noise that eventually leads to transmission failure. This is the worst issue in the Mariner and has happened to several Mercury Mariners made from 2006 to 2007.
Is the Mercury Mariner a good car?
Mercury Mariner Ratings Overview
The average rating is a 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Is there any recalls on a 2006 Mercury Mariner?
Hybrid propulsion system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Ford Escape hybrid electric vehicles manufactured October 13, 2003, to June 20, 2008, and 2006-2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid electric vehicles manufactured June 10, 2005, to June 20, 2008.
What kind of engine is in a 2006 Mercury Mariner?
Used 2006 Mercury Mariner - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | V6 |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
2006 Mercury Mariner car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mercury Mariner problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Power train problems
- Steering problems
- Suspension problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Mercury Mariner vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Mercury Mariner
The NHTSA has received 63 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Mercury Mariner. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Mercury Mariner vehicles.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-14
- VIN: 4m2cu57136k
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: Vehicle sub-frame broke at point where lower control arm attaches, causing Right front wheel to suddenly turn right. Sub-frame rusted through!
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-27
- VIN: 4M2YU56146D
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: AS I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, ON A CITY STREET. THE VEHICLE WILL JUST SHUT OFF, FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT DOES THIS SEVERAL TIMES. EVERY TIME THE CAR IS BEEN DRIVEN IT WILL SHUT OFF SEVERAL TIMES AND ME AND MY FAMILY HAVE BEEN IN TRAFFIC WHEN THIS HAS OCCURRED. IT CONTINUES TO DO THIS AT ANY SPEED AND EVERY TIME THE CAR IS DRIVEN. CAN'T DRIVE THE CAR NOT EVEN A MILE BEFORE IT TOTALLY SHUTS OFF.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-09
- VIN: 4M2CU56176D
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS DAUGHTER WHO OWNS A 2006 MERCURY MARINER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER HIS DAUGHTER TURNED INTO A PARKING LOT DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 -20 MPH, THE VEHICLE COLLAPSED WITHOUT WARNING ON THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO VEER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD OUT OF THE WAY OF OTHER VEHICLES. A TOWING COMPANY WAS CONTACTED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE SUBFRAME AND CV-JOINT WERE FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V165000 (STRUCTURE) AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15E045000 (SUSPENSION) WAS REPLACED APPROXIMATELY 1 YEAR AGO, AFTER THE WHEEL COLLAPSED ON FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS ALSO REPAIRED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 190,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-02
- VIN: 4M2CU98H06K
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ENGINE SUDDENLY CUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. MESSAGE ON DASH SAYS TO SAFELY STOP THE VEHICLE.
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-20
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4M2CU98H46K
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: RECALL FOR COOLANT PUMP ON HYBRID SYSTEM COULD RESULT IN HYBRID ELECTRONIC OVERHEATING CAUSING A STALL LIKE CONDITION RECALL WAS ADDRESSED BY DEALERSHIP BACK ON 7/20/2015 2ND OWNER HAS HAD VEHICLE FOR 9 MNTHS - HAVE HAD 3 INCIDENTS OF VEHICLE SHUTTING DOWN WITH DASH LIGHT ADVISING TO PULL OVER FOR SAFETY AND THE SYSTEM SHUTTING DOWN DIRECTLY AFTER - BRAKES /STEERING ETC. FOR THE FIRST INCIDENT - TOWED TO LOCAL DEALERSHIP - UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE 2ND INCIDENT - TO A REPUTABLE LOCAL MECHANICS SHOP - CHANGED OUT NORMAL VEHICLE BATTERY 3RD INCIDENT - CAUSED DRIVER TO ROLL THROUGH AN INTERSECTION ON A RED LIGHT - STRUCK BY OTHER VEHICLE
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-01
- VIN: 4M2YU56116D
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: THE GEAR SHIFT IS NOT PROPERLY SHIFTING. IT GOES FROM PARK TO REVERSE ON ITS OWN. SOMETIME IT WONT REVERSE AND MAKES A LOUD NOISE. IT CLICK BACK AND FORTH BETWEEN GEARS. IVE REPLACE THE SWITCH TO SEE IF THAT WOULD WORK BUT IT DOESNT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF I CAN DO ANYTHING TO FIX THIS PROBLEM BUT IT IS THE SAME RECALL 15V606000 FOR OTHER VEHICALS OF THE SAME TYPE
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-04
- VIN: 4M2CU98H46K
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DEIVING A MESSAGE ON THE DASH STATED TO STOP WHILE IT IS SAFE. THE CAR PROCEDED TO STALL. IT COULD NOT BE STARTED. I HAPPEN TO BE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND REQUIRED TO CALL FOR HELP TO PUSH THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE. I WAS ABLE TO START THE CAR LATER THAT DAY TO DRIVE IT HOME. THIS IS THE FORTH TIME IT HAPPENED OVER AN 18 MONTH PERIOD. I WAS VERY LUCKY THAT I WAS NOT IN HEAVY TRAFFIC OR ON A HIGH SPEED ROAD DURING ANY OF THESE EVENTS. I DID HAVE THE CAR TO A REPAIR SHOP AFTER THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED AND DESCRIBED THE PROBLEM TO THE MCHANIC. REPAIRS WERE MADE BUT NOTHING TO DO WITH THIS PROBLEM. THIS IS DEFINITELY A SAFETY ISSUE AND IT APPEARS THAT IT HAS BEEN REPORTED MANY TIMES. I DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHY THERE HAS NOT BEEN A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE. I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO AT THIS TIME OR WHETHER I SHOULD CONTINUE USING THE VEHICLE.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-14
- VIN: 4M2YU98H66K
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE CAR SHUTS DOWN ON THE FREEWAY WHILE DRIVING AT 60-70 MPH. A RED TRIANGLA IS DISPLAYED ALONG WITH A MESSAGE, PULL OVER STOP SAFELY NOW. THIS HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES AFTER DRIVING G APPROXAMATELY 30 MILES. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER SAFELY. THE CAR RESTARTS WITHIN 30 SECONDS AND WILL SHUT DOWN AGAIN EVERY 5 MINS UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS ALLOWED TO COOL DOWN.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-21
- VIN: 4M2YU57116K
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING ON THE TURNPIKE AND MY CAR SUDDENLY DINT TURN WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING. ME AND MY PASSENGERS SOMEHOW ESCAPED THE LIFE THREATENING SITUATION IN THE MIDDLE OF THE TRAFFIC. IT WAS MY CARS SUB FRAME THAT WAS RUSTED SO BAD THAT IT BROKE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THIS IS AFTER I SERVICE MY CAR EVERY NOW AND THEN. ITS A SERIOUS ISSUE WITH THIS CAR AND THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM. I HAD TO SPEND SO MUCH DUE TO THIS CARELESSNESS FROM THE COMPANY.
STEERING,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-16
- VIN: 4M2CU98H86K
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE
- Summary: MY VEHICLE: 2006 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID SUV. PURCHASED NEW IN 2006. IN HOT WEATHER...VEHICLE ENGINE QUITS WHILE IN MOTION ON FREEWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH (3 TIMES), AND CITY STREETS (3 TIMES). EXTREMELY DANGEROUS WHEN ENGINE QUITS WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY IN TRAFFIC. ALL YOU CAN DO (WHILE PRAYING!) IS COAST TO A STOP AND DO YOUR BEST TO PULL OFF ON TO SHOULDER OF ROAD WITHOUT CRASHING INTO OTHER VEHICLES. WE HAVE TRIED 3 TIMES TO GET FORD MOTOR TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM...ALL TO NO AVAIL. THE LAST TIME WE HAD TO PAY APPROXIMATELY $1,500. HOWEVER, FORD MOTOR DID REIMBURSE US! BUT AT THE SAME TIME THEY CLAIMED THE PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED. NOT TRUE! ABOUT TWO YEARS LATER THE PROBLEM STARTED ALL OVER AGAIN. FOR10 YEARS WE HAVE BEEN DRIVING A DEFECTIVE VEHICLE THAT WAS--AT ALL TIMES--A DANGER TO OUR LIVES. FORD MOTOR SHOULD HAVE TAKEN THIS PROBLEM MUCH MORE SERIOUSLY AND EITHER REPLACED THE VEHICLE WITH A ANOTHER ONE, OR TRULY FIXED THE PROBLEM. I FEEL FORD MOTOR HAS LIABILITY IN THIS MATTER. THE LAST TIME THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED WAS JULY 16, 2017.
SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-19
- VIN: 4M2YU571X6K
- Components: SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 2 ISSUES THAT THE LOCAL FORD DEALER SAID THEY COULD NOT ASSIST.(JORDAN FORD)UPPER SHOCK BUSING FROM P/S REAR SHOCK CAME OUT CAUSING SHOCK ROD TO MAKE EXCESSIVE NOISE AND CONTACT BODY, AS WELL AS RUST FROM P/S INNER WHEEL WHEEL. ONLY THAT LOCATION.APPEARS TO BE A RUSTPROOFING ISSUE.REST OF TRUCK IN GREAT CONDITION. SOON TO BE A SAFETY ISSUE IF I DO NOT HAVE REPAIRED.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-10
- VIN: 4M2CU98H76K
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: AFTER A SHORT 30 MINUTE VISIT TO OUR VET, MY WIFE STARTED THE VEHICLE AND HAD NO POWER STEERING AT ALL. RESTART OF THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESOLVE THE ISSUE, SO SHE CAREFULLY DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME 10 MILES. LUCKILY IT FAILED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT IN MOTION. DEALER DIAGNOSIS INDICATED A B3377 FAULT CODE (EPS MOTOR MALFUNCTION), AND TOLD ME THE STEERING RACK NEEDED REPLACEMENT ($2200).
STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-30
- VIN: 4M2CU57146K
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE FRONT SUB-FRAME HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. WE LIVE IN A SALT ZONE (MICHIGAN). THERE IS ALSO VISIBLE CORROSION THROUGHOUT THE EXTERIOR. WE WERE DRIVING AND THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL STARTED BOWING OUT AND WE STARTED VIBRATING. WE GOT TO SAFETY BEFORE ANYTHING HAPPENED.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-11
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: MY MERCURY MARINER'S IDLER PULLEY HAS ALREADY BROKEN THREE TIMES IN THE PAST FIVE MONTHS. THERE MUST BE A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE. THE CAR IS VERY GOOD AND TOO STRONG FOR THAT THIN BOLT IN THIS PART. LUCKILY, THE FOURTH TIME IT HAPPENED, THE FORD DEALER DIDN'T CHARGE ME FOR THE NEW PART, WHICH ALSO BROKE OFF TWO WEEKS LATER. IT HAS ALSO BROKEN TWO BELTS ALREADY. TRYING TO SOLVE THE ISSUE, I WENT TO METRIC BOLTS AND NUTS, IN WAKEFIELD, MA, AND BOUGHT A HIGHER GRADE HARDENED STEEL BOLT/SCREW, AND IT ALSO BROKE OFF A WEEK LATER. ONCE AGAIN, TWO DAYS AGO, MY MECHANIC PUT IN ANOTHER HARDENED STEEL SCREW. HE ADDED A NUT NEAR THE BEARING, WHICH MAKES A SQUEAKING NOISE, BUT IT HAS NOT BROKEN YET. I AM NOW AFRAID TO DRIVE IT FAR FROM HOME, BECAUSE I HAVE BEEN TOWED SO MANY TIMES ALREADY. I HAVE RESEARCHED THE INTERNET AND REALIZED THAT IT IS A CONSTANT ISSUE. SOME PEOPLE HAVE REPORTED THE OCCURRENCE OF THIS ISSUE 17 TIMES IN LESS THAN A YEAR. IT IS ALSO THE SAME FREQUENT PROBLEM WITH MAZDA TRIBUTE, FORD ESCAPE, FORD FUSION, ETC. WHAT DOES IT TAKE FOR A RECALL? HELP! HELP! HELP!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-04
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCURY MARINER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE PULL OVER WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 40,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-01
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: RIGHT REAR FENDER WELL HAS RUSTED THROUGH AND SHOCK TOWER IS COMING APART. LOUD THUMP EVERY TIME VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AFRAID I COULD LOOSE CONTROL IF SHOCK TOWER RIPS AWAY ANYMORE. WHEN VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW IT AS UNDER COATED.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-08
- VIN: 4M2CU57106D
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: STICKY DASHBOARD, DIS NOT CAUSE ANY INCIDENT BUT CAN AFFECT VISABLITY, NOTICED TODAY
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-13
- VIN: 4M2YU57Z56D
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: AFTER PLACING THE CAR IN DRIVE, WHEN PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR TO MOVE THE CAR THE PEDAL WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO DEPRESS IT. THE PEDAL BEGAN TO WORK AFTER STOMPING DOWN WHICH CAUSES THE CAR TO JERK FORWARD SUDDENLY. AGAIN AFTER COMING TO A STOP AT THE LIGHT AND MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN, AFTER RELEASING THE BRAKES AND STEPPING ON THE ACCELERATOR, THE PEDAL AGAIN WOULD NOT DEPRESS UNTIL STOMPED ON. THIS TYPICALLY HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN OUT IN THE COLD AND AFTER IT HAS BEEN TURNED OFF FOR AN EXTENDED TIME PERIOD (OVERNIGHT).
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-30
- VIN: 4M2YU571X6K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCURY MARINER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MERGE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT INCIDENT. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TWO FRONT DRIVER SIDE BRAKES LINES CONNECTED TO THE CALIBER FRACTURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-01
- VIN: 4M2YU56166K
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCURY MARINER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V526000 (HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 106,000.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-12-02
- VIN: 4M2CU57186D
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: BROUGHT THE CAR IN TO CORRECT A BENT STRUT, PUT IT ON THE LIFT AND PRONOUNCED IT UNDRIVEABLE! THE WHOLE BACK FRAME HAD RUSTED OUT. THEY PULLED THE INSPECTION STICKER. HOW CAN THIS BE? *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-16
- VIN: 4M2CU56Z66K
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: PUSHED THE GAS PEDAL DOWN AND IT WOULDN'T MOVE. AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES IT FREED UP AND WAS ABLE TO GO DOWN THE ROAD. THEN IT LOCKED UP AGAIN. EVENTUALLY MADE IT HOME, APPROXIMATELY 4 MILES AFTER IT LOCKED UP 5 TIMES. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-22
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: HEAD ON COLLISION IN MERCURY MARINER, GOING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH. AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY, CAUSING ME TO HIT MY HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL. RESULTED IN LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS, CONCUSSION, AND BROKEN TOOTH. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-08
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TONE RING SNAPPED OFF OF AXLE AND CAUSED THE CAR TO GO INTO 2WD AND APPLY THE ABS BRAKES WHEN NOT ACTUALLY BEING NEEDED WHICH ALMOST ENDED UP IN REAR ENDING A CAR WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. TONE RING DESIGN NEEDS LOOKED IT. THIS SHOULD NOT HAPPEN. CORROSION BUILDING UP BETWEEN THE TONE RING AND AXLE SEEMS TO BE WHAT CAUSED THE FORCE OF SNAPPING THIS RING. JUST A POOR DESIGN. *TR
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-10-11
- VIN: 4M2CU56116D
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING FROM ATLANTA, GA TO COLUMBIA, SC. ABOUT 2 HOURS INTO THE TRIP, THERE WAS A SUDDEN NOISE AND CLICKING SOUND (LATER DISCOVERED TO BE THE TIRE HITTING THE AXLE). WHEN THE CAR WAS EXAMINED AT A MECHANICS, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE TREAD INTERIOR WALL BEGAN TO SEPARATE. THE PART WAS REPLACED. THE OLD PART IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE, THOUGH THERE ARE PHOTOS. *TR
2006 Mercury Mariner recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2006 Mercury Mariner.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: Timken Company
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
- Summary: The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
- Consequence: Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Ford Escape hybrid electric vehicles manufactured October 13, 2003, to June 20, 2008, and 2006-2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid electric vehicles manufactured June 10, 2005, to June 20, 2008. The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail resulting in the hybrid electronics overheating.
- Consequence: If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) Pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 27, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S19.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, PASSENGER CARS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE BEING APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.
- Consequence: AFTER A PERIOD OF CONTINUOUS USE ON THE HIGH SPEED SETTING, LACK OF GREASE ON THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR MAY CAUSE THE GEAR TO DISTORT OR FRACTURE DURING OPERATION RESULTING IN A LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION. INOPERATIVE WIPERS UNDER INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE A CRASH DUE TO IMPAIRED VISIBILITY.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIPER MOTOR FOR THE PRESENCE OF GREASE AND GREASE THE WIPER MOTOR GEARS IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673 OR LINCOLN/MERCURY AT 1-800-521-4140.
Negative 2006 Mercury Mariner car reviews
Positive 2006 Mercury Mariner car reviews
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I traded a Dodge Dakota and a PT Cruiser in for the Mercury and I am completely satisfied. It handles like a sports sedan, gets reasonable mileage, and is very comfortable. Additionally, it is one of the few SUVs that include crossbars on the roof rack. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
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I recently purchased this cute little vehicle from the local dealership. Although I liked the stylings, I was disappointed to find the Overdrive Off button flashing, as I had experienced troubles with it before in my Ford Ranger XLT. I was hoping to get a Ford vehicle without this button, as it serves no purpose in holding back downhill. Additionally, I have heard some loud noises from the transmission, which makes me worry about its reliability in the future. Despite these concerns, I still find it fun to drive.
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The seats are incredibly comfortable, with 14 gel packs to ensure the perfect fit. The car has plenty of power and is great on gas. There are also lots of options to choose from, making it a fantastic deal. Thank you!
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Great ride! Great comfort! Excellent handling! And good performance! While it may be a bit of a gas drinker, it's not really bad, and it takes regular. I've driven Jeep Grand Cherokees, Land Rovers, and Suzukis, but this vehicle is better. It's ideal in size, style, comfort, roominess, and performance!
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This is a great option for anyone looking for a nice vehicle at a very reasonable price. It's a good small SUV for city driving. However, if you're someone who likes a little power in reserve for maneuvering, I wouldn't recommend it. This vehicle can disappoint on the power curve at bad times, such as when changing lanes or making left turns between traffic. Nonetheless, it's still a good family vehicle that's sturdy and overall nice to drive (with the exception noted). We decided to keep it because, overall, we got a lot of vehicle for the price compared to the Toyota Highlander, RAV4, Nissan Murano, and others.
Additional sources
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Apr 2, 2011 ... The most likely concerns here are going to be a vacuum leak which is very small or a faulty idle air control valve or a dirty fuel system and ...
2006 Mercury Mariner Reliability - Consumer Reports
No Detailed Data Available. Consumer Reports obtains its reliability data from a questionnaire that is sent to subscribers. In the questionnaire, we ask ...
Q&A: 2006 Mercury Mariner Premier - Common Problems & Torque ...
Oct 6, 2009 ... I would not recommend replacing the transmission. The only transmission related issue that could cause this problem is the Torque Convertor. A ...
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Laverna Robel 2024-09-18
I bought this car used and was impressed with its overall style from the first sight. The car runs excellently and the sound system meets standards. However, I found the seat warmer buttons to be inconveniently placed, as the passenger seat automatically turns on when someone gets in. Additionally, the car can be quite loud and takes all bumps, big or small, very hard. Unfortunately, there seems to be no give in the suspension or shocks when riding over anything that disrupts the smoothness of the asphalt. Furthermore, it does not handle water very well and tends to hydroplane even in the smallest amount of water. I would not recommend it for any type of off-roading. Lastly, the fuel mileage is very poor.
Rogelio Hintz 2024-06-25
In 2006, I leased a 2006 Mariner for my wife, hoping to find a more economical replacement for her 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. Unfortunately, the smaller sized four-cylinder SUV did not meet her expectations. She complained about the lack of power, and after driving it myself, I must admit that the engine is not powerful enough for that size/weight vehicle. Additionally, the brakes are substandard in wet conditions, and the gas tank is too small, resulting in more frequent trips to the gas station. Overall, it was not a fun vehicle to drive. This was my first and only experience with a Ford Motor Company product.