Model year guide

2009 Mercury Mariner

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Mercury Mariner is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 50 on record.

2009 Mercury Mariner — representative photo
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2009 Mercury Mariner at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints315
Combined20–32 mpg
Typical price$7,039

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

2009 Mercury Mariner recalls 2

Suspension:front:wheel Bearing NHTSA Campaign #15E045000 · 03/06/2015

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 dimensio…

Fix: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.

Steering:electric Power Assist System NHTSA Campaign #14V284000 · 29/05/2014

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.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power steering control module (PSCM) and the instrument cluster module, free of charge. If a vehicle shows a history of a loss of the torque sensor signal or fault codes relating to the PSCM when the vehicle is brought in for th…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.

2009 Mercury Mariner common problems

Owners have filed 315 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Lane Departure
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2009 Mercury Mariner safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2009 Mercury Mariner 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2009 Mercury Mariner MPG & running costs

Combined20–32 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,858

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2009 Mercury Mariner worth?

Low
$3,800
Typical price
$7,039
High
$10,300

From 48 comparable 2009 Mercury Mariner listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Mercury Mariner costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,290
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,650
Total$18,940
Per mile$0.25

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 ($7,039) with the same model 4 model-years older ($3,314), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Mercury Mariner trims & engines on record

Trims
Premier · Base · Luxury
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 240 hp · 2.5L 4-cyl 171 hp

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Other Mercury Mariner model years

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2009 Mercury Mariner — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Mercury Mariner have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2009 Mercury Mariner. 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 free.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mercury Mariner?

Owners have filed 315 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are steering, wheels, suspension.

What is the 2009 Mercury Mariner safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2009 Mercury Mariner crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2009 Mercury Mariner get?

The 2009 Mercury Mariner has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–32 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

How much is a 2009 Mercury Mariner worth?

Comparable 2009 Mercury Mariner listings run roughly $3,800–$10,300, typically around $7,039 (from 48 vehicles).

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