2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 21 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 34 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 116 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
8 of 21 total reports mention: steering.
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Power steering went out, couldn't turn vehicle fast enough to avoid crash. Recall 14S05.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-14
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the power steering failed without warning and the steering became difficult to turn. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-25
Electronic power steering module failure, replace entire module & column for $1698.89. Said previous recall was performed and Ford bears no responsibility.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-02
Vehicle speed control
6 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid. The contact stated that after applying the brakes in the parking lot the vehicle accelerated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-09-16
Engine
4 of 21 total reports mention: engine.
Service brakes
4 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
Fuel/propulsion system
3 of 21 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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My car, on 4-5 occasions now, has lost all power while traveling on the freeway at about 80 miles per hour.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-06
Also filed under Electrical system
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
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2009 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 2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 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.