Does the 2009 Mercury Mariner have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Mercury Mariner, the most recent reported on May 29, 2014 (Steering: electric power assist system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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

Owners have filed 315 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (167 complaints), followed by engine (53).

How many 2009 Mercury Mariner complaints mention a crash or fire?

9 of 315 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2009 Mercury Mariner recalls and problems

1 recall and 315 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Mercury Mariner.

recalls

315

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2009 Mercury Mariner recalls

Steering: electric power assist system

NHTSA campaign 14V284000 · reported May 29, 2014 · Ford Motor Company · 740,878 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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 the recall remedy, the affected components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on July 18, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S05.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Steering167
Engine53
Power train44
Vehicle speed control41
Electrical system22
Fuel system, gasoline15
Fuel/propulsion system15
Unknown or other15
Service brakes11
Engine and engine cooling7

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 11, 2026 · Wheels
My vehicle was returned to me following a torque sensor replacement on 4/9/2026 in poor condition (locked steering and a catastrophic gash in the driver-side tire) rendering it undrivable and unsafe. Crossroads Ford of Prince George shop's inspection report claims the tire damage was pre-existing, I have conclusive…

Mar 2, 2026 · Steering · 117,900 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds on several occasions, the steering wheel started shaking abnormally. The contact added that on several occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, but the vehicle…

Feb 21, 2026 · Steering
My steering has been locking while I am driving and causing loss of steering and control of car. I have contacted crossroads dealer and I have not gotten a response as I am now aware there has been a safety recall on this vehicle.

Jan 30, 2026 · Steering
The power steering stopped working. A note did appear to let me know it wasn’t working. I took it in to the mechanic and he confirmed the power steering wasn’t working.

Jul 17, 2025 · Structure · crash reported
Drivers rear shock rusted off the wheel well causing wheel to snap and metal frame to hit the ground while I was traveling 40 mph. At this time the other wheels locked up and started squealing causing loss of control of vehicle shooting me across lanes and hitting curbs on both sides. This was heard all the way inside…

Mariner model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2006	3	63	5	0
2007	2	33	1	0
2008	3	461	9	0
2009	1	315	9	0
2010	2	270	2	2
2011	2	87	2	0

Across all years, the 2008 Mariner has the most complaints (461). All Mercury Mariner years →

Questions

Does the 2009 Mercury Mariner have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Mercury Mariner, the most recent reported on May 29, 2014 (Steering: electric power assist system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mercury Mariner?: Owners have filed 315 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (167 complaints), followed by engine (53).
How many 2009 Mercury Mariner complaints mention a crash or fire?: 9 of 315 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 11, 2026.