TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCURY MARINER. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE REAR WINDOW SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE POLICE STATED THAT A ROCK OR BULLET DID NOT CAUSE THE FAILURE; HOWEVER, THEY SUGGESTED THAT THE CHANGE IN WEATHER MAY HAVE CAUSED THE FAILURE. AS OF NOVEMBER 23, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 26,000.
2005 Mercury Mariner visibility problems
moderate 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$350
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
THE REAR WINDOW AND DOOR WERE CLOSED, I PULLED INTO THE GARAGE, STOPPED, HEARD A CRACKING NOISE, STARTED TO BACK UP A FEW INCHES, THEN THE REAR WINDOW BLEW OUTWARD COVERING THE DRIVEWAY IN GLASS. *JB
REAR GLASS HATCH EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE PARKED OVERNIGHT OUTSIDE. *TR
THE REAR WINDOW ON MY 2005 MERURY MARINER EXPLODED. THERE WAS A LOUD BOOM AND THE WINDOW EXPLODED INTO SMALL PIECES. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2005 Mercury Mariner?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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