MYRModel Year Report

2006 Mercury Mariner

▲ Better than typical
2006 Mercury Mariner
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:38:57.531Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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
63
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Vehicle speed control

21% of complaints

Complaints per year

2005: 67 complaints 2005 2006: 63 complaints 2006 63 2007: 33 complaints 2007 2008: 461 complaints 2008 2009: 315 complaints 2009 2010: 270 complaints 2010 2011: 87 complaints 2011
2005: 67 complaints 2005 2006: 63 complaints 2006 63 2007: 33 complaints 2007 2008: 461 complaints 2008 2009: 315 complaints 2009 2010: 270 complaints 2010 2011: 87 complaints 2011
2005: 67 complaints 2005 2006: 63 complaints 2006 63 2007: 33 complaints 2007 2008: 461 complaints 2008 2009: 315 complaints 2009 2010: 270 complaints 2010 2011: 87 complaints 2011

2006: 63 complaints

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YearComplaints
20010
20020
20030
20040
200567
200663
200733
2008461
2009315
2010270
201187

Known problem areas

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

Vehicle speed control

21% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing cables.

CRASH
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Early on only happened a few times during winter. But as of recently it has become very dangerous to the point I've pulled out after being at a light or stop sign into traffic and unable to go. Gas pedal will not budge.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-09

Power train

19% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

CRASHINJURY
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Recall for coolant pump on hybrid system could result in hybrid electronic overheating causing a stall like condition recall was addressed by dealership back on 7/20/2015 2ND owner has had vehicle for 9 mnths - have had 3 incidents of vehicle...

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-02-28

Also filed under Steering and service brakes

Steering

14% · 9 reports
CRASHINJURY

Engine

13% · 8 reports

Suspension

13% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing lower arm and front.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2005-11-22Visibility05V520000 On certain trucks, passenger cars and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease being applied to the output shaft gear.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wiper motor for the presence of grease and grease the wiper motor gears if necessary. The recall began on November 22, 2005. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 or…

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    2014-10-30Hybrid propulsion system14V526000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Ford Escape hybrid electric vehicles manufactured October 13, 2003, to June 20, 2008, and 2006-2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid electric vehicles manufactured June 10, 2005, to June 20,...

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) Pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 27, 2014.

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    2015-05-20Suspension15E045000 The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury...

    Remedy: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.

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    2015-10-23Power train15V606000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and either tighten the manual shift lever bolt or replace the manual shift lever assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2015.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 Mercury Mariner — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 05V520000 · Visibility
  • Recall 14V526000 · Hybrid propulsion system
  • Recall 15E045000 · Suspension
  • Recall 15V606000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2006 Mercury Mariner reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Mercury Mariner is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercury Mariner?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Mercury Mariner have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

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