Is the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid reliable?

NHTSA data gives the 2007 model a complaint index of 60, the third worst of 6 model years tracked for the Mariner Hybrid, resulting in a Caution verdict relative to other years.

What is the main problem with the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?

Engine issues are the top complaint area, making up 32% of complaints, with owners describing sudden stalling and "stop safely now" warnings at a median mileage of 65,000.

Does the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid have any recalls?

NHTSA lists zero recalls for the 2007 Mariner Hybrid.

How does the 2007 Mariner Hybrid compare to other years?

The 2007 model (complaint index 60) is worse than 2006 (40, Good) and 2010 (20, Best), but better than 2008 (100, Avoid) and 2009 (80, Avoid).

What is the fuel economy of the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?

EPA rates it at 27 mpg combined (28 city / 27 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,400.

2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Caution The 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid has a complaint index of 60 and ranks 3rd worst out of 6 model years, earning a Caution verdict. Engine problems dominate at 32% of complaints, mainly sudden stalling with a "stop safely now" warning, with a median failure mileage of 65,000.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 60/100; #3 of 6 Mariner Hybrid years
Verdict: Caution; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 31; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 1; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 1
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2010; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 27; 28 city / 27 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 1 / 0

2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 28 MPG
Highway: 27 MPG
Combined: 27 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $2,400; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2007 compared with other Mariner Hybrid years

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

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	MPG
2006	Good	40	34	27
2007	Caution	60	31	27
2008	Avoid	100	116	30
2009	Avoid	80	21	30

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid reliable?: NHTSA data gives the 2007 model a complaint index of 60, the third worst of 6 model years tracked for the Mariner Hybrid, resulting in a Caution verdict relative to other years.
What is the main problem with the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?: Engine issues are the top complaint area, making up 32% of complaints, with owners describing sudden stalling and "stop safely now" warnings at a median mileage of 65,000.
Does the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid have any recalls?: NHTSA lists zero recalls for the 2007 Mariner Hybrid.
How does the 2007 Mariner Hybrid compare to other years?: The 2007 model (complaint index 60) is worse than 2006 (40, Good) and 2010 (20, Best), but better than 2008 (100, Avoid) and 2009 (80, Avoid).
What is the fuel economy of the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?: EPA rates it at 27 mpg combined (28 city / 27 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,400.