Reliability
Mercury

Mariner Hev (2011)

2011 · Compact Sedan
0 NHTSA Complaints
3 Recalls
0 Fire Reports
0 Crash Reports

NHTSA files most complaints about this model under the 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner, and they are counted on that page. This page counts only the 0 complaints whose own record names the Mercury Mariner Hev.

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Reliability Score

Not rated

NHTSA's production counts do not cover this model well enough to compare it with similar vehicles. NHTSA has 0 owner complaints on file for it, listed below.

Recalls (3)

16V777000Oct 26, 2016serious
Fuel System

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.

15E045000Jun 3, 2015serious
Suspension

The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.

14V284000May 29, 2014serious
Steering

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured August 18, 2006, through September 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. As a result, the system could remove the Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist.

NHTSA Safety Ratings About NHTSA ratings

Overall ★★★★★ 3/5
Frontal Crash
3/5
Side Crash
3/5
Rollover
3/5 (20.4% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall ★★★★★ 3/5
Frontal Crash
3/5
Side Crash
3/5
Rollover
3/5 (23.7% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2011-2011 Mercury Mariner Hev complaints?

Owners have filed 0 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011-2011 Mercury Mariner Hev.

Is the 2011-2011 Mercury Mariner Hev a good used car?

That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 0 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011-2011 Mercury Mariner Hev. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2011-2011 Mercury Mariner Hev have?

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints on file for the 2011-2011 Mercury Mariner Hev as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.

What recalls affect the 2011-2011 Mercury Mariner Hev?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls covering some 2011-2011 Mercury Mariner Hev vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.

What should I check before buying a used Mercury Mariner Hev?

Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.

What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Mariner Hev?

The 2011 Mercury Mariner Hev received an overall 3-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: 3 stars. Side crash: 3 stars. Rollover: 3 stars (20.4% rollover probability). Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: No. Lane Departure Warning: No. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 0 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: low. Last updated: 2026-10-18.

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