TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER IT WOULD RAIN, WATER WOULD ENTER THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE DOOR WAS SECURED BUT THERE WAS A SMALL ACCUMULATION OF WATER IN THE REAR FLOORBOARD AREA. IN ADDITION, ALL FOUR DOORS WERE IMPROPERLY POSITIONED DURING INSTALLATION AND DID NOT TIGHTLY CLOSE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CO…
2010 Mercury Grand Marquis body problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
THE BODY SIDE MOLDINGS ON MY VEHICLE COMES LOOSE, AND COULD COME OFF AND BECOME AIRBORNE, DAMAGING OTHER VEHICLES. THIS DEFECT HAS BEEN NOTICED ON OTHER 2010 MERCURY MARQUIS. THE DEALER HAS BEEN GREAT, AND IS ORDERING A COMPLETE SET. THEY CANNOT TELL ME IF NEW ONES WILL HAVE THE DEFECT OR NOT? I HAVE NO COMPLAINT WITH THE DEALER. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF FORD HAS CORRECTED THE PROBLEM WITH DELAMINA…
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the body 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 $1,500 for body 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 body?
No active recalls currently cover body 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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