2005 Mercury Mariner engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 17 complaints for the 2005 Mercury Mariner, 17% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 17 17% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 48,000 miles 17 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 3 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 4 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 3 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 0 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 3 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 17 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 48,000 miles, and 59% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Dt*: the contact stated while coming to a stop, the vehicle would shut off and a vibration was felt when turning the vehicle back on. Also, a clunky sound was heard, when starting back up. These incidents happened sporadically without any prior warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to duplicate the problem. The vehicle was going to be taken into the dealer for further examination.
Anti theft dash light comes on solid for 2 or 3 seconds. Engine loses power. After 2 or 3 seconds, the anti theft light goes off and engine regains power. Has happened intermittently several times since first occurrence at various speeds and intervals.