2004 Mercury Marauder
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 60 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
10 of 27 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing headlights.
Show complaint excerpts
2004 MERCURY MARAUDER HEADLIGHTS OCCASIONALLY STOP FUNCTIONING WITHOUT WARNING. RUNNING LIGHTS AND FOG LIGHTS CONTINUE WORKING, NO LOW/HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS AT ALL. SWITCH SEEMS TO BE THE ISSUE, FUSES ARE FINE AND NO BULBS OUT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130611
THE HEADLIGHTS BECAME INOPERATIVE AND TURNED OFF WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD. THE LIGHT CONTROL MODULE WAS FOUND FAULTY AND REPLACED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121001
THE HEADLIGHT RELAY PORTION OF THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE INTERMITTENTLY FAILS CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS TO TURN OFF. THIS RESULTS IN LOSS OF VISIBILITY, AND COULD RESULT IN A COLLISION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120430
5 of 27 total reports mention: tires.
4 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH3 of 27 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
DT: WHILE GOING 10-20 MPH VEHICLE SUDDEN LY ACCELERATED IN THE DRIVEWAY AND HIT A PARKED CAR. VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE, AND THEN EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION. THERE WERE BLACK TIRE MARKS FROM THE REAR WHEELS FROM WHERE THE CAR ACCELERATED. THEN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050628
Also filed under AIR BAGS
2 of 27 total reports mention: wheels.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN
Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
Campaign 06E056000 — check if this car was fixed
Steering Column Shaft Obstruction
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2004 Mercury Marauder — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E056000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2004 Mercury Marauder 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 2004 Mercury Marauder?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Mercury Marauder have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.