2007 Mercury Mariner
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.
- Complaints
- 33
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2007
Opened by NHTSA
33% of complaints
Complaints per year
2007: 33 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 67 |
| 2006 | 63 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 461 |
| 2009 | 315 |
| 2010 | 270 |
| 2011 | 87 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
33% · 11 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mercury Mariner. While the contact's son was driving the vehicle, the transmission slipped and went into other gears. When the vehicle was in neutral, it shifted into drive on its own.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-30
Internal transmission failure; needs replacement transmission. Had done all factory recommended services when due including transmission flushes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-25
Engine
21% · 7 reportsShow complaint excerpts
90sWhile driving, the vehicle will suddenly display a warning message that says âStop Safely Nowâ. When this message appears, the hybrid system overheats and the vehicle immediately loses power.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-11-29
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost power to all electrical components. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drive home.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-26
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle made a loud noise and a cloud of smoke came from under the hood. The contact was able to coast off the highway.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-15
Electrical system
21% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
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The recall that Ford is recalls 2007Mercury Mariner while driving vehicle just shuts off I was with my daughter driving on the highway lucky I was able to switch all 4 lanes the engine gets hot tempter gauge reading normal it stays in the middle...
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-04
This problem occurs on my 2007 Mercury Mariner hybrid with less than 2,500 miles. When there is a front seat adult passenger the light on the dash intermittently lights to state "Pass airbag off".
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-11-22
Also filed under Air bags
Vehicle speed control
12% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Dt*: the contact stated that the vehicle's gas pedal vibrates frequently when being accelerated. The dealer determined this to be a frequent problem with this model. The vehicle is a 2007 Mercury Mariner.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-07-31
Suspension
6% · 2 reportsSafety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2008-10-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-04-09 Tire valve cracking
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Mercury Mariner — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V526000 · Hybrid propulsion system
- Recall 15E045000 · Suspension
- Recall 15V606000 · Power train
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- Is the 2007 Mercury Mariner reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Mercury Mariner is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercury Mariner?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Mercury Mariner have?
- 3 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.