Model year guide

2006 Mercury Grand Marquis

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 14 on record.

2006 Mercury Grand Marquis — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Mercury Grand Marquis at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints143
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$4,103

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2006 Mercury Grand Marquis recalls 3

Steering:rack And Pinion:pinion Shaft NHTSA Campaign #14V704000 · 05/11/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermediate shaft was serviced during the course of safety recall 13V-385. The prior repairs may not have been correctly perfor…

Fix: Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper immediate shaft if necessary free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. …

Steering NHTSA Campaign #13V385000 · 29/08/2013

Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Ne…

Fix: Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced …

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #06E056000 · 13/06/2006

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

Fix: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2006 Mercury Grand Marquis common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2006 Mercury Grand Marquis MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,400

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis worth?

Low
$2,000
Typical price
$4,103
High
$6,500

From 14 comparable 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,600
Total$19,600
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,103) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,493), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Mercury Grand Marquis trims & engines on record

Trims
GS · LS Premium · LS
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl 224 hp

2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles on record

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2006 Mercury Grand Marquis — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis?

Based on 143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, steering, seat belts.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis at about 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis worth?

Comparable 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis listings run roughly $2,000–$6,500, typically around $4,103 (from 14 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.