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2011 Mercury Mariner fuel system problems

28 complaints (32% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 46,000.

owner complaints
28
of this car's complaints
32%
typical mileage
46,000
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Delivery
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Mercury Mariner fuel system problems in other years

200520062008200920102011

Related recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpReported October 26, 2016 · 329,265 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S41.

Recall number 16V777000 · Recall details

What 2011 Mercury Mariner owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 11, 2026 · Fuel system · MN

The contact owns a 2011 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the fuel odor was noticeable all the way to the rear seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was informed that the tools needed to perform the repair were not available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact was informed by the Insurance Provider of an unrepaired recall, under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V777000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Sep 22, 2023 · Fuel system · 116,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2011 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to accelerate above 10 MPH. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, after which the vehicle stalled. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle briefly returned to normal functionality, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the throttle body. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to Customer Satisfaction Program 13N03, but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the federal safety agency hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 116,000.

Filed Oct 13, 2021 · Fuel system · MS

The fuel system is not working properly.I’m scared to drive it anymore.i can’t even put gas in it.

Filed Jul 14, 2021 · Fuel system · OH

When I put gas in my car i smell it while driving like it’s leaking and it say on my dash board check fuel inlet

Filed May 29, 2018 · Fuel system · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercury mariner. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Loudon motors ford (3476 union ave se, minerva, oh 44657, (330) 868-2277) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed May 9, 2018 · Fuel system · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercury mariner. The contact stated that the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The contact received the recall notification in january of 2017. The contact spoke with ourisman ford & lincoln (6129 richmond highway, alexandria va, 22303, (703) 660-9000) several times concerning part availability. The dealer stated that parts were unavailable for the repair. The dealer informed the contact to call back in two weeks. The contact called back in two weeks and was informed that parts were still unavailable. The manufacturer was contacted and provided a case number. The manufacturer informed the contact that the situation concerning part availability was escalated. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. *tt

Filed Apr 23, 2018 · Fuel system · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercury mariner. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (manistee ford in manistee, michigan) was made aware of the recall and stated that the part was unavailable for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Mar 16, 2018 · Fuel system · MN

Recall is always back ordered

Filed Jan 29, 2018 · Fuel system · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercury mariner. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called beau townsend ford lincoln at (937) 898-5841 (located at 1020 w national rd, vandalia, oh 45377) where an appointment was scheduled twice. Afterwards, the dealer stated that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was notified and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jun 22, 2017 · Fuel system · 140,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercury mariner. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while being operated at various speeds. The check engine and check fuel intake warning indicators illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The sheehy ford dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Questions about the 2011 Mercury Mariner fuel system

Does the 2011 Mercury Mariner have fuel system problems?

Owners have filed 28 complaints about the fuel system of the 2011 Mercury Mariner, 32% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2011 Mercury Mariner fuel system problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 46,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Mercury Mariner fuel system?

Yes, 1 recall: 16V777000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Mercury Mariner have the most fuel system problems?

The Mercury Mariner model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2010 (63 complaints), 2009 (30 complaints) and 2011 (28 complaints).

Other 2011 Mercury Mariner problems

Transmission 24Steering 20Acceleration 15Engine 14Electrical 6Visibility 6Airbags 2Suspension 1

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