What year Mercury Mariner Hybrid should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2008 and 2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid have the highest Complaint Index among 6 model years and are the years to avoid. The 2008 model year ranks worst with 116 complaints and 0 recalls.

What is the best year for the Mercury Mariner Hybrid?

The 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid has the lowest Complaint Index of the years we track, with the 2010 at 9 complaints and 0 recalls. Complaint counts are adjusted for how long each model year has been on the road.

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

Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are engine (79, 37%), brakes (63, 30%), and steering (41, 19%).

How many recalls does the Mercury Mariner Hybrid have?

NHTSA lists 0 distinct recall campaigns covering Mercury Mariner Hybrid model years 2006–2012. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.

Mercury Mariner Hybrid Best and Worst Years (2006–2012)

Mercury Mariner Hybrid years to avoid: 2008 and 2009. Best years: 2010. Based on 212 NHTSA owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns across 6 model years (2006–2012).

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.

Avoid 2008 Avoid 2009 Best 2010

Model years: 6; 2006–2012
NHTSA complaints: 212
Recall campaigns: 0
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 0
Top problem area: Engine

Mariner Hybrid Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Mercury Mariner Hybrid problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2006	Good	40	34	2	Brakes	27	—
2007	Caution	60	31	1	Engine	27	—
2008	Avoid	100	116	2	Engine	30	—
2009	Avoid	80	21	2	Engine	30	—
2010	Best	20	9	1	Engine	30.5	—
2012	No verdict	0	1	0	Brakes	—	—

Mariner Hybrid years to avoid: what went wrong

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Index 100 · 116 complaints · 0 recalls

Owners filed 116 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, led by engine (44), brakes (35), and steering (24). No recall campaigns are on record for this year. Complaints mention 2 crashes.

2008 engine problems →2008 brakes problems →2008 steering problems →

2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Index 80 · 21 complaints · 0 recalls

Owners filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, led by engine (9), steering (8), and brakes (4). No recall campaigns are on record for this year. Complaints mention 2 crashes.

Most common Mercury Mariner Hybrid problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Engine79 (37%)
Brakes63 (30%)
Steering41 (19%)
Electrical System38 (18%)
Fuel System34 (16%)
Transmission & Powertrain27 (13%)
Other10 (5%)
Structure & Body4 (2%)
Airbags1 (0%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

What year Mercury Mariner Hybrid should I avoid?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2008 and 2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid have the highest Complaint Index among 6 model years and are the years to avoid. The 2008 model year ranks worst with 116 complaints and 0 recalls.
What is the best year for the Mercury Mariner Hybrid?: The 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid has the lowest Complaint Index of the years we track, with the 2010 at 9 complaints and 0 recalls. Complaint counts are adjusted for how long each model year has been on the road.
What are the most common problems with the Mercury Mariner Hybrid?: Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are engine (79, 37%), brakes (63, 30%), and steering (41, 19%).
How many recalls does the Mercury Mariner Hybrid have?: NHTSA lists 0 distinct recall campaigns covering Mercury Mariner Hybrid model years 2006–2012. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.