2006 Mercury Mariner owner complaints

Stop at a red light the fuel peddle got stuck would not accelerate. Finally the mariner started moving then had to come to a stop for stop sign same thing happened. Took it to the shop said the "throttle" was broken on this. This is a very dangerous can't drive it with the throttle being broken. Never had a problem with a throttle on any of my pass cars. Tracer,ls mustang I have these cars over the years. Bought all of my cars from the same dealership.[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Vehicle sub-frame broke at point where lower control arm attaches, causing Right front wheel to suddenly turn right. Sub-frame rusted through!

The front sub-frame has completely rusted out. We live in a salt zone (michigan). There is also visible corrosion throughout the exterior. We were driving and the front passenger wheel started bowing out and we started vibrating. We got to safety before anything happened.

My vehicle: 2006 mercury mariner hybrid SUV. Purchased new in 2006. In hot weather...vehicle engine quits while in motion on freeway at approximately 70 MPH (3 times), and city streets (3 times). Extremely dangerous when engine quits while driving on freeway in traffic. All you can do (while praying!) is coast to a stop and do your best to pull off on to shoulder of road without crashing into other vehicles. We have tried 3 times to get Ford motor to repair this problem...all to no avail. The last time we had to pay approximately $1,500. However, Ford motor did reimburse us! But at the same time they claimed the problem was resolved. Not true! About two years later the problem started all over again. For10 years we have been driving a defective vehicle that was--at all times--a

I purchase a 2006 mercury mariner on february 18, 2006, at price Lincoln mercury in centennial, co. When I purchase this vehicle it had 15 miles on the odometer. I was instructed by the sales rep that I should avoid driving this vehicle over 55 MPH to allow the engine to break in properly. I starting having a shimming and vibration when the vehicle get to 60 and above. This shimming is coming from the front suspension. I have taking this vehicle to two different mercury dealership trying to get this problem resolved. The last result by one of the dealership was to replace all four tires, they replace all for tires and I am having the same problem. I contacted the Ford motor co to report the problem and possible get them to replace or repurchase the vehicle which they refuse to do so

Brought the car in to correct a bent strut, put it on the lift and pronounced it undriveable! The whole back frame had rusted out. They pulled the inspection sticker. How can this be? *tr

Premature control arm bushing failure. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercury mariner. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck to the floorboard while driving. The failure was experienced several times. The accelerator pedal was depressed with force in order for it to release. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 107,313.

When the temperature is cold, the accelerator will not allow itself to be depressed after 1-2 minutes of driving, and then for the next 10-15 minutes. Occasionally, tapping on the pedal, or pushing extremely hard will make it move and the vehicle will dangerously and rapidly accelerate due to the excessive force required until the driver is able to adjust the force, which sometimes causes the pedal to become stuck closed again on a high speed road. Over the years, this problem has become progressively worse. It is very dangerous and should be fixed by the manufacturer. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercury mariner. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle decelerated without manual force. The failure recurred on two separate occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the thermostat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.

Pushed the gas pedal down and it wouldn't move. After several minutes it freed up and was able to go down the road. Then it locked up again. Eventually made it home, approximately 4 miles after it locked up 5 times. *tr

I have had the fuel line replace and now I have to have the throttle body replaced. The mechanic said for both parts - they were defective parts. I can not press on the gas to accelerate. At times this happens while I am driving which can cause an accident. *tr

Sticky dashboard, dis not cause any incident but can affect visablity, noticed today

Traveling west bound on bull valley rd when a car going east bound turned in front of me causing a head on accident to my 2006 mariner 4x4 hybrid. I was traveling 35 MPH at time of impact and seat belts did not go off causing chest pains. My vehicle had 11,000 worth of damage to the front end when does the air bags deploy? *tr

Head on collision in mercury mariner, going approximately 40 MPH. Airbags failed to deploy, causing me to hit my head on the steering wheel. Resulted in loss of consciousness, concussion, and broken tooth. *tr

Right rear fender well has rusted through and shock tower is coming apart. Loud thump every time vehicle is driven afraid I could loose control if shock tower rips away anymore. When vehicle was purchased new it as under coated.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercury mariner. The contact was driving 50 MPH when the vehicle stalled. The vehicle would not shift into gear and was towed to the dealer. The dealer advised that the transmission malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. The transmission was not replaced. The failure mileage was 68,000. The VIN was not available.

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 mercury mariner. While driving 30 MPH, the contact heard a metal grinding noise. The brakes were applied; however, the noise grew louder and the vehicle began to veer to the right. When the brakes were released and reapplied. There were also no warning indicators present. The vehicle was taken to the repair shop and they stated that the front passenger side brakes were worn down to the rotors. The rotors and pads were replaced. The current and failure mileages were 27,500. Updated 03-05-08 *bf the consumer stated the brake indicator stated the brakes were fine. The brakes were down to the metal.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercury mariner. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the smart junction box that controlled the exterior lights failed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who advised that contact that the parts needed to make repairs to the vehicle were on backorder for the next three months. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 50,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mercury mariner. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. After restarting the vehicle, the instrument panel and gauge failed to operate. The failure occurred three times. On one occasion the vehicle would not start until several attempts were made. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer twice for the identical failure and they were unable to duplicate the problem. The failure progressed over a period of time. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.