2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid

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2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:07:36.930Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

Complaints
34
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

38% of complaints

Complaints per year

2006: 34 complaints 2006 34 2007: 31 complaints 2007 2008: 116 complaints 2008 2009: 21 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013
2006: 34 complaints 2006 34 2007: 31 complaints 2007 2008: 116 complaints 2008 2009: 21 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013
2006: 34 complaints 2006 34 2007: 31 complaints 2007 2008: 116 complaints 2008 2009: 21 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013

2006: 34 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200634
200731
2008116
200921
20109
20110
20121
20130

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

38% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH
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In stop and go city traffic going about 1 mile an hour I braked but my mariner didn't and I slowly rear ended another vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-30

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Mercury marina hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the braking system failed with the illumination of the ABS and brake warning lights. As a result, the contact crashed into a stop sign.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-10

I put my 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid into reverse to back out of my drive way. I applied a little gas and began rolling down the incline towards the street.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-31

Engine

32% · 11 reports
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On i-66W vehicle lost engine power at highway speed. Displayed stop safely now and master vehicle electrical hazard warning lamp. The incident was extremely harrowing for the driver as the power cutoff was unexpected and immediate.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-01

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

24% · 8 reports
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The driver information display showed: brake system failure. Took vehicle to dealership, and was told that the item was not covered by extended warranty that I purchased through dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-11-24

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Steering

15% · 5 reports
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I was backing out of my driveway turning onto the road, when my power steering went out. I took my 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid to the Ford dealership. At first they thought there was a recall on it. It was the wrong year.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-26

Power train

15% · 5 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 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 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.