MYRModel Year Report

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid

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2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:22:09.312Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercury Mariner Hybrid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2006: 34 complaints 2006 2007: 31 complaints 2007 2008: 116 complaints 2008 2009: 21 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013
2008: 116 complaints
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YearComplaints
200634
200731
2008116
200921
20109
20110
20121
20130

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES 25%

25% of complaints: service brakes — 29 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

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, 20130416

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, 20180203

ABS WARNING LIGHT, REGEN BRAKE SYSTEM DISABLED WARNING LIGHT BRAKE SYSTEM NOT WORKING PROPERLY, HARD TO STOP VEHICLE

NHTSA ODI report, 20171127

ENGINE 24%

24% of complaints: engine — 28 distinct reports on file.

STEERING 21%

21% of complaints: steering — 24 distinct reports on file.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 20231106

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, 20180318

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, 20100205

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 19%

19% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 15%

15% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 17 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20150401 — DP (closed 20180614)

Loss of power steering while driving

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (29 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (28 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (24 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 25% 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.