1997 Mercury Marquis: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1997 Mercury Marquis: 1 recall, 53 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #05V086000 · 2005 · 43,626 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles built with electronic traction control, the rear brake line May chafe due to contact between it and a floor pan stiffening rib, and a brake fluid leak May occur.
Why it matters: The brake pedal May develop a "spongy" feel and drops of brake fluid May be observed beneath the vehicle. Over time brake performance May be compromised and stopping distances could be extended which could lead to a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the subject vehicles for contact between the brake tube and floor pan stiffening rib. If contact is evident, but no abrasion or leaks exist, the brake tube will be repositioned to preclude further contact and potential abrasion. If indication of abrasion or a leak is evident,…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (21): the most common themes are leaks (6), fire / smoke (5), stalls / loses power (2).
- Suspension (8): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (hydraulic) (6): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Fuel system (5): the most common themes are leaks (2).
The 1997 Mercury Marquis has 53 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 15 Marquis model years for complaints (2.2× the average Marquis year). Complaints peaked in 2005 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 63,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1996 (31 complaints, 0 recalls), 1998 (29 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 1997 Mercury Marquis have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1997 Mercury 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 1997 Mercury Marquis problems?
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (21), suspension (8), brakes (hydraulic) (6).
Where can I get a 1997 Mercury Marquis repair manual?
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