2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Base
4M2CU39H17KJ00807
Vehicle history report for the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Base (VIN 4M2CU39H17KJ00807). White, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 2.3L 4-cyl 133 hp, gasoline. 107,732 mi reported. Registered in Az. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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What a full report checks for VIN 4M2CU39H17KJ00807
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 31
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid.
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2007 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the engine started to overheat, after which the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway to let the engine cool down. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality; however, the failure had since become …
NHTSA ODI #11547303SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD BEFORE THE VEHICLE STOPPED. THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND THE BRAKE INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED FIVE OTHER TIMES INTERMITTENTLY. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED, THE FAILURE…
NHTSA ODI #11034106SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
PASSENGER SIDE REAR INNER FENDER WELL RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH ABOVE THE REAR SHOCK CAUSING THE SHOCK TO POTENTIALLY BREAK THROUGH AND DROP THE WHOLE SUSPENSION AND CAUSE AND ACCIDENT OR FLIP OVER IF IT BROKE THROUGH DURING A TURN. THE REST OF THE VEHICLE HARDLY HAS ANY RUST ON IT. THE MARINER SHARES THE SAME INNER SHEET METAL AS THE FORD ESCAPE AND THERE H…
NHTSA ODI #11004011SERVICE BRAKES
THE BRAKE SYSTEM'S HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT ("HCU"). ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING, THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL TRAVEL TO THE FLOOR WHILE TRYING TO BRAKE RESULTING IN NO BRAKING ACTION (IE., VEHICLE NOT SLOWING). THIS MIGHT HAPPEN FOR ONE OR TWO PEDAL DEPRESSIONS BEFORE THERE IS ANY SLOWING OF THE VEHICLE. THIS PROBLEM HAS PLACED ME IN SITUATIONS WHERE I HAVE…
NHTSA ODI #10891719ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ALARM SYSTEM SOUNDED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED AND THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
NHTSA ODI #10882656ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DISPLAYED A TRIANGLE WITH AN EXCLAMATION POINT. THE PANEL DISPLAYED THAT THE DRIVER NEEDED TO PULL OVER IMMEDIATELY. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND THE IGNITION HAD TO BE TURNED TO THE OFF POSITION FOR A FEW MINUTES IN ORDER FOR T…
NHTSA ODI #10819598POWER TRAIN,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MERCURY MARINER HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK FOUR BY FOUR, SERVICE BRAKES, AND PULL OVER SAFELY WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD AND THE TRACTION CONTROL W…
NHTSA ODI #10750027STEERING
THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT IN MY MOTHER'S 2007 MARINER HYBRID WITH 72,000 MILES DUE TO FAILURE OF THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE. AFTER SEARCHING ONLINE FORUMS, I FOUND THIS TO BE A RATHER COMMON ISSUE ON THE 05-07 MARINER AND ESCAPE HYBRIDS. THE REPAIR WILL COST JUST UNDER A THOUSAND DOLLARS ONCE YOU LOCATE THE PART. AFTER HAVING IT DIAGNOSED AT MY FORD…
NHTSA ODI #10714681+ 23 more complaints on record.
