MYRModel Year Report

2010 Mercury Mariner

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2010 Mercury Mariner
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had more than double the complaints of 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, 2010 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 2010 2011: 87 complaints 2011
2010: 269 complaints
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YearComplaints
20010
20020
20030
20040
200567
200663
200733
2008461
2009315
2010269
201187

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 25%

25% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 66 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
ENGINE 23%

23% of complaints: engine — 61 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
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SHORT IN LEFT FRONT HEADLIGHT AND FOR CHANGED LIGHT BULB AND 10 MINUTES AFTER PARKING MY CAR AND OWNING IT 1 1/2 MONTHS THE CAR BLEW UP. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120805

STEERING 22%

22% of complaints: steering — 59 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact owns a 2010 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated while attempting to pull out of a parking space, she became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly. The EPS warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231030

POWER TRAIN 21%

21% of complaints: power train — 57 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY MARINER WHICH WAS BEING TOWED BY A 2004 FLEETWOOD TIOGA MONTARA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE HOOD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180723

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 21%

21% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 57 distinct reports on file.

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My vehicle keeps throwing codes for the EVAP system. I have noticed many of these vehicles have to have their Purge Valve Cannister replaced along with the selenoid for it. I have to replace mine. Is that not a defect if the vehicle?

NHTSA ODI report, 20230909

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2010 — complaint volume: 269
I 20110427 — PE (closed 20110818)

Rear Liftgate Window Glass Breakage

I 20130221 — PE (closed 20140228)

Electronic Throttle Body Malfunction

R 20140718 — steering

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured August 18, 2006, through September 11, 2010.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power steering control module (PSCM) and the instrument cluster module, free of charge.

Campaign 14V284000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20150401 — DP (closed 20180614)

Loss of power steering while driving

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 20171106 — fuel system, gasoline

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016.

Campaign 16V777000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2010 Mercury Mariner — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (66 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (61 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (59 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V284000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15E045000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V777000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2007 ▲ 2006 ▲ 2005

WORST YEARS

■ 2008 ■ 2009 ▲ 2011

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Mercury Mariner reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Mercury Mariner is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mercury Mariner?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 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.