Model year guide

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints116
Combined28–32 mpg
Typical price$6,423

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
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.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★

Rollover risk: 20.4% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 4-DR. w/SAB (Later release). Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined28–32 mpg
City32 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,250
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$750 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid worth?

Low
$4,200
Typical price
$6,423
High
$7,998

From 13 comparable 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,250
Fuel only$11,250
Per mile$0.15

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

Pedestrian alert sounds Closed

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that…

NHTSA #DP22005 · Electrical System · opened Jan 2023 · closed Aug 2023

Loss of power steering while driving Closed

On May 27, 2014, amended June 2, 2014, Ford Motor Company (Ford) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) to NHTSA describing a safety defect that may result in a sudden loss of power steering assist while driving in approximately 746,067 model year (MY) 2008 through 2011 Ford Escape vehicles equipped with electric power assisted steering (NHTSA 14V-284, Ford 14S05). Ford's DIR described the defect condition as "a…

NHTSA #DP15001 · Steering · opened Apr 2015 · closed Jun 2018

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 6

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

2005-2008 ESCAPE/MARINER HYBRID - ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITH DTC(S) C1478, C1479, C1480 AND/OR C1481

Bulletin SSM-45870 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 2016

FORD/MERCURY: SOME HYBRID VEHICLES MAY REQUIRE A UNIQUE BLEED PROCEDURE AFTER A REPLACEMENT FOR ONE OR MORE OF HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS. *PE

Bulletin ASI-22242 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 2012

FORD: SOME HYBRID VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT RED TRIANGLE ON AND STOP SAFELY NOW MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON THE MESSAGE CENTER, ACCOMPANIED BY A SUDDEN RPM LOSS/NO START WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1A0C. *PE

Bulletin TSB-09-19-12 · Power Train · Apr 2010

FORD/MERCURY: SOME VEHICLES MAY SET DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0A81 (BATTERY PACK COOLING FAN 1 CONTROL CIRCUIT) AND/OR P0A96 (BATTERY PACK COOLING FAN 2 CONTROL CIRCUIT) IN THE TRACTION BATTERY CONTROL MODULE (TBCM). THESE CODES BY THEMSELVES NORMALLY D…

Bulletin TSB-09-15-3 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System · Dec 2009

FORD/MERCURY: VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RED TRIANGLE LIGHT AND CODES INDICATING A TRANSAXLE OVERTEMP. CONDITION MAY RESULT IN REDUCED POWER AS SYSTEM ACTIVATES FAIL SAFE OPERATION. *PE

Bulletin TSB-08-24-5 · Equipment · Jun 2009

FORD/MERCURY: VEHICLES USED IN CERTAIN COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS SUCH AS TAXI'S AND SECURITY SERVICES WHERE EXTENDED LOW SPEED RUN TIME AND EXTENDED IDLING MAY EXHIBIT A RED TRIANGLE LIGHT AND CODES INDICATING A TRANSAXLE OVERTEMP. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN R…

Bulletin TSB-08-15-1 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System, Equipment · Jun 2009

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the MARINER HYBRID FWD/AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Mercury Mariner Hybrid

The Ford Escape is a compact crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company from the 2001 to the 2026 model years across four generations, as Ford's first SUV derived from a car platform.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · HEV
Engines
2.3L 4-cyl 133 hp

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid vehicles on record

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Other Mercury Mariner Hybrid model years

2009 2007 2006

2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid?

Across all 116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, engine, steering.

What is the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid get?

The 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid has U.S. EPA estimates of 28–32 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid worth?

Comparable 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid listings run roughly $4,200–$7,998, typically around $6,423 (from 13 vehicles).

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