2008 Mercury Grand Marquis: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis: 3 recalls, 79 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #07V270000 · 2007 · 8,800 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, a front wheel bearing and hub assembly May fracture due to improper heat treatment.
Why it matters: If a hub fractures, it May potentially detach from the wheel knuckle, resulting in the wheel being retained only by the brake caliper assembly. As a result, the wheel May separate from the vehicle potentially resulting in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect both front wheel bearing and hub assemblies and replace them free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2007.
Steering Vehicle recall #13V385000 · 2013 · 355,000 vehicles
What's wrong: 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, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, and wisconsin. Severe corrosion can seize the lower intermediate shaft which May cause the…
Why it matters: If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle May experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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…
Steering Vehicle recall #14V704000 · 2014 · 36,888 vehicles
What's wrong: The prior repairs May not have been correctly performed.
Why it matters: Improper servicing of the upper intermediate shaft could cause the shaft to separate, which can then result in a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 8 injuries and 2 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (22): the most common themes are steering problems (20), noise or vibration (4).
- Speed control / throttle (15): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (5).
- Electrical (9): the most common themes are electrical failure (3).
- Body & structure (9): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (4), noise or vibration (2).
The 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis has 79 owner complaints, ranking #17 of 22 Grand Marquis model years for complaints (well below the 168 average). Complaints peaked in 2010 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 46,329 miles. Neighboring years: 2007 (96 complaints, 3 recalls), 2009 (26 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 23 | 18 | Gasoline or E85 |
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FAQ
Does the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis problems?
Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (22), speed control / throttle (15), electrical (9).
What gas mileage does the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (4.6 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis repair manual?
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