2008 Mercury Mariner Mercury Mariner 2008

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2008 Mercury Mariner repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (16%)

Other (9%)

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2008 Mercury Mariner body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (89%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

65500 mi Both rear wheel wells are consumed with rust. Ford takes no responsibility as it is over 5 years old. Every body shop I have been to tells me the same thing. "Because of the location of the rust there is nothing we can do". I'm done with Ford. 
47000 mi Power Moonroof jammed and would not open 
48000 mi After Moonroof track was repaired the Moonroof would not operate properly. Express Open didn't not work, Automatic stop at closed position would not work. 
74300 mi

US $270
Trim around windsheild was leaking. The dealer attempted to refix the rubber seal around the window but did not fix the water leak. 
36000 mi Bad rattle in dash area. Reported before under warranty and padding added. This time happened immediately after the previous visit for oil change/rotation/routine maint. Apparently, they were looking for Sirius Radio SN to enter promotion. 

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2008 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

11000 mi Exterior roof molding, at weld seam, replaced. 
19200 mi sunglass holder replaced 
19200 mi sunglass holder replaced 

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2008 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV

133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

25256 mi Paint peeling on the door handles. 

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2008 Mercury Mariner Body Problems

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