Is the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid ranks #5 of 6 among Mariner Hybrid model years (Complaint Index 20/100, verdict: Best). It has 9 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?

The most reported problem areas are engine (4 complaints), brakes (2 complaints), and steering (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 59,250 miles.

Does the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?

EPA rates the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid at 30.5 MPG combined (32 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,150. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Best The 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid has 9 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 20 out of 100 — #5 highest of 6 Mariner Hybrid model years (verdict: Best). The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 44% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash.

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

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 20/100; #5 of 6 Mariner Hybrid years
Verdict: Best; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 9; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 1; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2006; rated Good

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 30.5; 32 city / 29 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 32 MPG
Highway: 29 MPG
Combined: 30.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $2,150; 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.

2010 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
2008	Avoid	100	116	30
2009	Avoid	80	21	30
2010	Best	20	9	30.5
2012	No verdict	0	1	—

All Mercury Mariner Hybrid years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid ranks #5 of 6 among Mariner Hybrid model years (Complaint Index 20/100, verdict: Best). It has 9 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?: The most reported problem areas are engine (4 complaints), brakes (2 complaints), and steering (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 59,250 miles.
Does the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?: EPA rates the 2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid at 30.5 MPG combined (32 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,150. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.