CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Mercury Mariner has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 17 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (15 reports).
2005 Mercury Mariner recalls
Shifter May Disconnect, Allowing Car to Roll Away
On certain 2001-2004 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles with a remanufactured CD4E transmission installed, the bolt securing the manual shift lever may not be properly tightened.
Most common 2005 Mercury Mariner problems
Problem areas named in the 67 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 15 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Visibility | 6 |
| Tires | 5 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
What owners report
The accelerator sticks and this is very dangerous
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCURY MARINER. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE VEERED INTO HIS PATH WITH THE BRIGHT LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. TO AVOID CRASHING INTO THE OTHER VEHICLE, THE CONTACT MOVED OVER INTO THE RIGHT LANE. THE VEHICLE STRUCK A DITCH AND ROLL OVERED FOUR TIMES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED ARM, NECK, AND BODY INJURIES. HE AND THE PASSENGER WERE TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL FOR MEDICAL ATTEINTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW YARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY
CD4E - ENGINE STALLING ON ENGAGEMENT/STOPPING. VEHICLE STALLED AT THE RED LIGHT OF AN EXIT RAMP OFF THE HIGHWAY. VEHICLE STALLED WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP AND WOULD NOT ENGAGE WHEN PUT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCURY MARINER. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE ENGINE, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE DEALER (NORTHTOWNE LINCOLN, 21 NE VIVION RD, KANSAS CITY, MO 64118) AND MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH THE VIN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 165,250. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCURY MARINER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED AND CORRODED WITH HOLES. BROWNELL MOTORS INC IN FISHKILL, NEW YORK WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 103,000.
2005 Mercury Mariner questions
Does the 2005 Mercury Mariner have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2005 Mercury Mariner: Shifter May Disconnect, Allowing Car to Roll Away; Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mercury Mariner?
Based on 67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (15), Electrical System (10), Engine And Engine Cooling (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Mercury Mariner has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.