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2007 Mercury Mariner repairs by problem area
Engine (17%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (10%)
Suspension and Steering (29%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)
Other (2%)
Chart based on 41 repairs.
2007 Mercury Mariner repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (3%)
$100 - $499 (53%)
< $100 (29%)
Chart based on 34 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2007 Mercury Mariner
Engine not specified
| Mercury Mariner in Missouri, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Dec 201192000 miUS $400 | This Mariner Hybrid was all wheel drive and has to replace all 4 tie rods and couplings. And The good old 4 wheel alignment. If I has access to an alignment machine, I would have done it myself. (Went to Hunter Engineering for about 3 years.) | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Michigan, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Jan 2014US $160 | replaced battery | ||
| Mercury Mariner in California, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Jan 2012 | The Atkinson engine is crap! Once the rear carrier blew out, it caused the engine to over torque and blow. The Atkinson system is the engine acquired from Toyota through a patent and that engine cannot take anything as far as stress. Cost too much to repair, had to trade in on a conventional engine. A jeep liberty... | ||
2007 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV
200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD
| Mercury Mariner in California, United States Jul 2010 - Jan 2023 | |||
| Jul 2014112300 miUS $1600 | The brakes and rotors all needed replacing, but he found the steering had issues and the struts, plus the windshield needed replacing | ||
| Mar 2015118000 miUS $1600 | breaks, pads, rotors, some kind of boot Not sure exactly what was done, but the steering was off and when it was looked at, other problems came up. This was through a trusted mechanic. | ||
| May 2018136000 mi | The rear turn signal wasn't working. Actually just pulled into an O'Reilly's and asked for help in replacing the bulb. Took more than 10 min to get to the light bulb, find out it was the wrong bulb (glad I hadn't gone home with it!), buy the correct one, then found out the original bulb plug casing had come loose from the plug. Something that really shouldn't have happened. However, should note the car is over 12 and all the bulbs have performed exceptionally well other than this one coming loose. | ||
| May 2020142200 mi | Excessive rodent damage. Not able to repair at the time | ||
2007 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV
133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD
| Mercury Mariner in Michigan, United States Jun 2008 - May 2013 | |||
| Aug 201160000 miUS $1987 | Inner tie rod ends were both loose. Just got new tires so I decided to repair so the car would hold alignment. A/C produced no cold air when turned on. Mechanic found condenser leak and replaced with new one. | ||
| Sep 201270000 miUS $274 | Replace blend motor for Hi-Voltage battery pack | ||
| Mar 201375000 miUS $150 | Front stabilizer bar links were replaced because they were loose and caused rattle. | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Illinois, United States Jul 2011 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Sep 201199000 miUS $20 | Rear indicator on the right fused out. Replaced. | ||
| Oct 2012127200 mi | Electrical System or Hybrid failure Red Triangle sign came on in the Display, with a message, "Stop aside safely". At this time, I could not go beyong 30 mph. After 5 minutes, the car started and ran normal again and was working fine. | ||
| Mar 2013130000 mi | There was a problem with Transmission that it was showing Check Engine light. The car suddenly stopped a few times with a warning 'Safely stop when possible' and could not be accelerated. But after a small time delay, could run it. | ||
| May 2014138600 miUS $180 | AC does not cool at all. | ||
| Aug 2015140000 miUS $2890 | AC was not working. Compressor changed. All 4 tires changed. A Cooling fan near the hybrid battery is changed. A Thermostat is changed. | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Michigan, United States Apr 2013 - Nov 2019 | |||
| Jun 2015135000 miUS $50 | Sway Bar end links were rattling. Rear passenger window motor went out. | ||
| Oct 2016147000 miUS $250 | Both tie rods were lightly loose in the front. I could grab the hub and there was side to side movement. There was some looseness in the front end. Rotors and brake pads needed to be replaced. Also, the rubber brake lines were cracked and had those replaced. | ||
| Sep 2017156000 miUS $300 | The rear pass. fender completely rusted out where the shock tower mounts to the mental fender. The undercoating that was used prematurely deteriorates from the factory. This is a massive known problem with Escapes and Mariners. I was able to buy a shock support bracket and bolted the new shock to the frame and cut the rust out and repaired it with fiberglass resin. The drivers side started rusting also and I had to patch that. I saved thousands of dollars by not taking it to a body shop and getting new fenders welded in on both sides. Replaced both rear shocks. | ||
| Mar 2018159000 miUS $200 | CV Joint boot was off and it was making a loud squeaking noise. | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2011 - Feb 2022 | |||
| Apr 201392700 miUS $228 | Had a wheel bearing changed. then had an alignment done. | ||
| Aug 2014114900 miUS $190 | Inner and outer tie rods were worn. Replaced both | ||
| Dec 2014122000 miUS $300 | Traction light would indicate the car was slipping on dry ground. A tone ring was broke and caused the ABS to skip. | ||
| Sep 2015134000 miUS $450 | A terrible loud noise was filling the cabin while driving down the highway that got louder with higher speed. Eventually it sounded like metal pieces were rattling around in with the noise. | ||
| Feb 2016138400 miUS $250 | Brake light came on and turns out the front brake hoses were dry rotted and losing fluid | ||
| Aug 2016144600 miUS $350 | Could feel the SUV leaning in turns, floating on the highway (after bumps), and diving when braking. All 4 shocks and struts were replaced. | ||
| Dec 2016151000 miUS $22 | Rear Window lift supports were replaced. | ||
| Mar 2017153000 miUS $71 | Replaced rear window weatherstripping | ||
| Jul 2017158000 miUS $150 | Airbag light was on. Dealer stated loose wire or bad connection. Car threw a thermostat code, replaced thermostat. Slide mechanism on moonroof snapped so moonroof wouldn't close on its own. Bought replacement parts from tgautomotive.com for 143 dollars and fixed the part on own. Replacement parts worked! | ||
| Dec 2017169000 miUS $286 | Seals were going bad and differential fluid was leaking from a rear axle and from the driveshaft seal. The seals were replaced and the fluid was refilled | ||
| May 2018174000 miUS $2227 | The car was leaking oil. Two dealerships said the transmission would need to be removed from the car to replace one of two seals. It turned out my rear main seal was in need of replacement. The seal was cheap but the labor was costly. | ||
| Oct 2019193190 miUS $800 | Transfer case seal replaced | ||
| Apr 2020200000 miUS $100 | Abs tone ring replaced | ||
2006 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV
200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Mercury Mariner in Ohio, United States Oct 2011 - Nov 2015 | |||
| Aug 201242000 miUS $700 | Both front wheel bearings worn out along with lower a frame bushings | ||
| Sep 201242000 miUS $250 | battery would not charge occasionally | ||
| Aug 201562000 miUS $40 | Exhaust pipe connection bolts rusted away | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Florida, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 201083000 miUS $2500 | Transmission failed and was replaced by the owner. | ||
| Jul 2012106200 miUS $20 | A/C would not be cold intermitently; usually when idling. | ||
| Oct 2012107200 mi | A/C continued to cut out intermittently. Shop found dirt and grease that might have resulted from the condensor going bad. Mechanic chose to just clean the area for the time being. System has been functioning fine so far (couple weeks). | ||
| Mar 2013111000 miUS $600 | Replaced AC compressor, clutch, and drier. | ||
| Jul 2013113700 miUS $200 | Fabric on the door panels was coming off. Took to upholstery shop to have repaired. | ||
| Mar 2014122000 mi | oil leak was addressed | ||
| Jan 2017161000 miUS $250 | Replaced valve cover gaskets. | ||
| Feb 2017160000 miUS $300 | Dead battery, and faulty vehicle operation due to failed alternator. It was replaced and problem was resolved. | ||
| May 2017162000 miUS $400 | Replacement alternator failed and was replaced. | ||
2006 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV
200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD
| Mercury Mariner in Indiana, United States Aug 2015 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Jul 2015119000 miUS $650 | abs light on replaced ring alternator replacement | ||
| Jul 2017150000 miUS $300 | ignition | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Minnesota, United States - Apr 2009 | |||
| Apr 200960000 miUS $1880 | Mariner needed 1 new ignition coil and a tune up, new inner rear differential seals, all new brake pads and rotors and a Mass Air Flow Sensor. | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Michigan, United States Jul 2010 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Sep 2011104000 miUS $400 | AWD/Anti-lock "tone ring" went bad -- no AWD or anti lock brake function until repaired. | ||
| Oct 2012129000 miUS $2800 | Driveshaft bearing (in the middle of the driveshaft) failed. Not serviceable, had to replace entire driveshaft. Lower control arms replaced | ||
| Jan 2013134000 miUS $200 | front windshield pump failed. Most of this cost was labor as pump is located inside right front fender necessitating removal of wheel and fender liner. | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Virginia, United States Apr 2010 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Oct 201098000 miUS $250 | power steering pump replaced. However, there is still a problem with the steering system. The car can barely steer safely. | ||
| Jan 201198000 mi | Car sold with steering problem. | ||
| Mercury Mariner in South Dakota, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Mar 201666000 miUS $1100 | Replaced front pads rotors and hoses Rear right shock top mounting stud broke off. New rear shocks. Replaced muffler clamp. | ||
2006 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV
133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD
| Mercury Mariner in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2012 - Feb 2013 | |||
| Jun 2012106000 miUS $300 | Mecs pump, a cooling system pump dedicated to pumping coolant to the vehicles hybrid electrical system. If it fails the electronics get too hot. I'm looking at a failing dc-dc converter ($1600 part) due to the high temps resulting from the pump failure. | ||
| Sep 2012118000 miUS $15 | ABS Tone ring replaced on passenger side front axle. | ||
| Dec 2012125000 miUS $35 | Brake light switch failure at brake pedal. Symptom: brake lights always on even when vehicle is off. | ||
| Feb 2013126000 miUS $1200 | Hydraulic Control Unit Failure. (HCU) Symptom: sudden complete loss of brakes (happened at 80 mph) Cause: HCU Failure Frequency: intermittent. Restarting at supplies braking power for a short time Part cost: $3100 new. (Refurb used) | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Colorado, United States Mar 2016 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Apr 2016144000 miUS $400 | Oil pan gasket leak | ||
| Mercury Mariner in California, United States Jul 2008 - May 2014 | |||
| May 200835000 miUS $100 | Deductible paid on extended warranty for door for battery cooling system | ||
| Nov 201066300 miUS $100 | Rattling driver's seat, replaced tracks | ||
| May 2013102400 miUS $1500 | Replacement of leaking water pump with special coolant and pressurized exchange unique to the hybrid's electrical systems Emission warning lights | ||
| Jul 2013104300 miUS $950 | New compressor | ||
2005 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV
200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD
| Mercury Mariner in Illinois, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Jul 201560000 miUS $550 | replaced alternator | ||
| Dec 201561000 miUS $750 | exhaust system including pipes and catalytic converter | ||
| Mar 201663000 miUS $416 | Noise coming from steering when I turned steering wheel.replaced tie rods and stabilizers | ||
| Mercury Mariner in New York, United States Mar 2010 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Apr 2010109000 miUS $936 | Car had vibration at low speed and start up 0-20mph. Replaced driveshaft. | ||
| May 2010110000 miUS $381 | Horn did not work. Wipers needed replacement. Fuel filter needed replacement. Slight oil leak seal replaced. | ||
| Jan 2011125000 miUS $467 | replace control arm, stabilizer link, and tie rod; align wheels | ||
| Jun 2011132000 miUS $334 | emergency brake didn't work | ||
| Feb 2012149000 mi | Front suspension, estimate of $807. | ||
| Mercury Mariner in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2010 - Nov 2014 | |||
| Feb 201174000 miUS $300 | Rear hatch window shattered, no sign of vandalism. Insurance comp recommended shop. Cost was less than deductible. Called shop, they ordered parts, repair completed next day. Cold snowy weather & while dealing with the other problem, noticed antifreeze dripping. Dealer checked hoses and clamps. No apparent cause was found. Problem disappeared. | ||
| Oct 2013104000 miUS $275 | Replaced loose/worn tie rod ends. | ||
2005 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV
153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Mercury Mariner in Minnesota, United States Jan 2006 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 200610000 mi | Park release switch on shifter malfunctioned. Replaced under warranty. | ||
| Nov 200865000 miUS $100 | ABS sensor ring on right wheel hub broken/slipping. Dealer replaced entire front right axle under extended warranty. Also had issue with squeaking drivers window in cold weather which was also fixed by lubricating the slides at this time. | ||
| Aug 200988000 miUS $1800 | Vehicle would not idle in drive without stalling. This happened shortly after a long towing trip. Torque converter and transmission valve control body replaced by transmission shop. | ||
| Mercury Mariner in South Dakota, United States Feb 2012 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Apr 201235200 mi | cruise control inop, replace transmission speed sensor dealer previously replaced trans speed sensor, worked for about 30 miles. Took it back and they wanted to replace steering switches for another $250.00. Told them no deal. Took the car home, replaced the brake sensor switch $20.00, now OK. | ||
| Jul 201346000 miUS $400 | rear camber is off and not adjustable. Inside of rear tires show abnormal wear cupped and generally shot after 10K miles | ||
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