MYRModel Year Report

2007 Mercury Mariner

▲ Better than typical
2007 Mercury Mariner
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:20:36.847Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercury Mariner Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2007 highlighted. 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2005: 67 complaints 2005 2006: 63 complaints 2007: 33 complaints 2007 2008: 461 complaints 2009: 315 complaints 2009 2010: 269 complaints 2011: 87 complaints 2011
2007: 33 complaints
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YearComplaints
20010
20020
20030
20040
200567
200663
200733
2008461
2009315
2010269
201187

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 33%

33% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.

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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, 20190530

INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE; NEEDS REPLACEMENT TRANSMISSION. HAD DONE ALL FACTORY RECOMMENDED SERVICES WHEN DUE INCLUDING TRANSMISSION FLUSHES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120425

ENGINE 21%

21% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.

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90sWhile driving, the vehicle will suddenly display a warning message that says “Stop Safely Now”. When this message appears, the hybrid system overheats and the vehicle immediately loses power.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251129

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, 20130226

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, 20120515

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 18%

18% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

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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, 20200604

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 9%

9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.

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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.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20060731

SUSPENSION 6%

6% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20081014 — PE (closed 20090409)

TIRE VALVE CRACKING

R 20141030 — hybrid propulsion system

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.

Campaign 14V526000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20150520 — suspension

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.

Campaign 15E045000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20151023 — power train

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.

Campaign 15V606000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2007 Mercury Mariner — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V526000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15E045000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V606000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2006 ▲ 2005 ▲ 2011

WORST YEARS

■ 2008 ■ 2009 ■ 2010

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FAQ

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