Is the 2008 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 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid

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2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-10-31T17:22:49.991Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 116
Recalls: 0
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Service brakes

Complaints per year

2008: 116 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2006	34
2007	31
2008	116
2009	21
2010	9
2011	0
2012	1
2013	0

Known problem areas

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

Service brakes

30% · 35 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH

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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking lot at 3 MPH, she attempted to engage the brakes but they failed to stop the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-16

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-03

ABS warning light, regen brake system disabled warning light brake system not working properly, hard to stop vehicle

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-27

Engine

24% · 28 reports

Steering

21% · 24 reports

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-06

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-18

I have a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 4 wheel drive. On occasion the steering will loose power assist while turning. The loss of power lasts for a few seconds before the power assist returns.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-05

Electrical system

19% · 22 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

15% · 17 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2015-04-01Defect petitionClosed 2018-06-14 Loss of power steering while driving
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

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Service brakes: 35 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 28 reports on file for this year.
Steering: 24 reports on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 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.