MYRModel Year Report

2010 Mercury Grand Marquis

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2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:31:45.086Z

Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercury Grand Marquis Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2010 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 2 complaints 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 7 complaints 1984: 15 complaints 1984 1985: 21 complaints 1986: 21 complaints 1987: 43 complaints 1988: 73 complaints 1988 1989: 58 complaints 1990: 56 complaints 1991: 82 complaints 1992: 255 complaints 1992 1993: 144 complaints 1994: 156 complaints 1995: 179 complaints 1996: 239 complaints 1996 1997: 316 complaints 1998: 143 complaints 1999: 164 complaints 2000: 162 complaints 2000 2001: 157 complaints 2002: 78 complaints 2003: 362 complaints 2004: 347 complaints 2004 2005: 487 complaints 2006: 142 complaints 2007: 96 complaints 2008: 78 complaints 2008 2009: 26 complaints 2010: 24 complaints 2010 2011: 9 complaints 2011
2010: 24 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19812
19823
19837
198415
198521
198621
198743
198873
198958
199056
199182
1992255
1993144
1994156
1995179
1996239
1997316
1998143
1999164
2000162
2001157
200278
2003362
2004347
2005487
2006142
200796
200878
200926
201024
20119

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 24 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

5 of 24 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251022

ON 11/14/18 I RECEIVED A "REGIONAL PROGRAM 13R01" LETTER CONCERNING MY VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181115

STRUCTURE

4 of 24 total reports mention: structure.

CRASH
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I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND HAD ALMOST COME TO A STOP WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD & HIT A (VACANT) STORE FRONT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130204

THE BODY SIDE MOLDINGS ON MY VEHICLE COMES LOOSE, AND COULD COME OFF AND BECOME AIRBORNE, DAMAGING OTHER VEHICLES. THIS DEFECT HAS BEEN NOTICED ON OTHER 2010 MERCURY MARQUIS. THE DEALER HAS BEEN GREAT, AND IS ORDERING A COMPLETE SET.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110415

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GRAND MARQUIS. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW ON OCTOBER 13, 2009. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS REMOVING SNOW FROM THE HOOD WITH A BROOM, SHE NOTICED THAT THE ROOF HAD COLLAPSED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100106

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 of 24 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND HAD ALMOST COME TO A STOP WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD & HIT A (VACANT) STORE FRONT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130204

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IT BEGAN TO SHAKE AND LUNGE FORWARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20101123

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH
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The contact owns a 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240726

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20131023 — steering

Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge.

Campaign 13V385000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20141119 — steering

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to...

Remedy: Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385.

Campaign 14V704000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2010 Mercury Grand Marquis — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 13V385000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 14V704000 (steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1987 ▲ 1990 ▲ 1989

WORST YEARS

■ 2005 ■ 2003 ■ 2004

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.