2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
2 recalls — 422 complaints — 67 TSBs
15V861000 Dec 22, 2015
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured October 3, 2001, to August 2, 2005. The affected vehicles have a lighting control module (LCM) that may fail, resulting in a loss of headlights.
Consequence
A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LCM, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S39.
06E056000 Jun 13, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE... Read more
Consequence
FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
Complaint Statistics
422 total complaints
23 crashes 6 fires 17 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 179 |
| STEERING | 61 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 39 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 20 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 17 |
| AIR BAGS | 7 |
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | 6 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 6 |
| STRUCTURE | 5 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 |
STRUCTURE
Aug 29, 2025
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure). The contact recently became aware that the trim on the passenger’s side A-pillar was loose. The contact stated that several dealers were contacted but was informed that parts w... Read more
STRUCTURE
Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Aug 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side B-pillar trim detached and separated from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure; ho... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Jul 2, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 70-75 MPH, the windshield wipers started moving extremely slow until ceasing to operate. The contact stated that the windshield wipers then regained functionality but operated at a slower speed. The contact stated tha... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Jul 2, 2025
Auto lights stopped working. Tail lights will not come on
AIR BAGS
Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Jul 2, 2025
The contact owns a 2001 Honda Accord. The contact purchased the vehicle and was provided a copy of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V182000 (AIR BAGS) by the original owner of the vehicle. The local dealer was contacted; however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer refused to ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 26, 2024
Incident date: Jun 21, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was shuddering. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replac... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 22, 2024
Incident date: Jun 12, 2024
I know there was a cyber-attack, it is all very bad timing. Disclaimer. I did educate myself. Door latch broke on rear drivers side and currently 6/22/2024 my door will not close and it's being held shut with ratchet straps. It did not have a warning beforehand, just a rattle. I thought the rattle ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 15, 2023
Incident date: Nov 14, 2023
My whole engine will shake and it turns off randomly when stopped. Also, while car is on it will shake the engine which causes it to shake the whole car. My car will shake so bad I have to put my foot on the break hard for it not to move while the jumping is happening.
AIR BAGS
Nov 1, 2023
Incident date: Jul 31, 2023
My son and I hit a deer and his back passenger seat seatbelt didn’t lock and my air bag light came on but they never deployed
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 1, 2023
Incident date: Aug 13, 2022
Service electronic braking system and service ABS System is intermittently coming on and off with the vehicle every time it is driven.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 14, 2023
Incident date: Jul 14, 2023
I was driving my 2020 jeep wrangler and I had a busy intersection and the engine stopped. I tried to restart the engine that did not work. I called AAA for a jump and they sent a technician and it still would not start. I had to have it towed to a local Jeep dealership. Everything electronically was... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 12, 2023
Incident date: Feb 28, 2023
The windshield in my 2019 Subaru Outback has been replaced 4 times due to cracks, that have reached at least 50% horozontally across the windshield. The most recent replacement (all have been OEM) lasted 3 weeks before spontaneously cracking. The local dealership has analyzed the windshield and foun... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Apr 12, 2023
Incident date: Feb 28, 2023
The contact owns a 2022 Honda HR-V. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH and exiting the highway, the passenger’s side front door opened independently. The passenger was able to close the door. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 30,000.
ENGINE
Sep 1, 2022
Incident date: Sep 8, 2021
While driving, I came to a stop light and suddenly, the car idled high and lurched forward while my foot was on the brake, luckily, I was stopped well away from the vehicle in front of me. The car idled high and seemed to have a mind of it's own. I took the back roads home and backed into our garag... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 1, 2022
Incident date: Sep 8, 2021
While driving, I came to a stop light and suddenly, the car idled high and lurched forward while my foot was on the brake, luckily, I was stopped well away from the vehicle in front of me. The car idled high and seemed to have a mind of it's own. I took the back roads home and backed into our garag... Read more
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 1, 2022
Incident date: Sep 8, 2021
While driving, I came to a stop light and suddenly, the car idled high and lurched forward while my foot was on the brake, luckily, I was stopped well away from the vehicle in front of me. The car idled high and seemed to have a mind of it's own. I took the back roads home and backed into our garag... Read more
Fire
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Aug 10, 2022
Incident date: Aug 10, 2022
The contact owns a 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights and brake lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the headlight control module switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle wa... Read more
STEERING
May 31, 2022
Incident date: May 31, 2022
Steering of vehicle has become progressively more difficult. The steering wheel is very difficult to turn. Not being able to rapidly turn wheel places driver at risk to avoid any potential collision. Vehicle has been inspected by independent repair shop. Their assessment is corrosion on steering... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 10, 2022
Incident date: Feb 1, 2022
Light Control Module replaced by Ford dealer but having issue with lights turning off again
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dec 18, 2021
Incident date: Feb 21, 2021
The lights keep coming off when I drive
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Nov 29, 2021
Incident date: Nov 22, 2021
The contact owns a 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated that she noticed a leak underneath her vehicle with the check engine and coolant warning lights illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was discovered that coolant had been leaking from a cra... Read more
STEERING
Aug 7, 2021
Incident date: Oct 29, 2020
Catalytic converter FAIL, engine idles rough while in park. HIGH Loss of engine power while driving Differentials in back tires are imbalanced…timing FAIL. Steering not calibrated, drivetrain out of sync altogether. Back wheels, left and right; randomly spin & torque hard while car is already in m... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 7, 2021
Incident date: Oct 29, 2020
Catalytic converter FAIL, engine idles rough while in park. HIGH Loss of engine power while driving Differentials in back tires are imbalanced…timing FAIL. Steering not calibrated, drivetrain out of sync altogether. Back wheels, left and right; randomly spin & torque hard while car is already in m... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 7, 2021
Incident date: Oct 29, 2020
Catalytic converter FAIL, engine idles rough while in park. HIGH Loss of engine power while driving Differentials in back tires are imbalanced…timing FAIL. Steering not calibrated, drivetrain out of sync altogether. Back wheels, left and right; randomly spin & torque hard while car is already in m... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mar 24, 2021
Incident date: Mar 8, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD INDEPENDENTLY BECOME INOPERABLE, WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. UPON INVESTIG... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 23, 2020
Incident date: Nov 20, 2020
SOMETIMES THE HEADLIGHTS FLICK ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. THEN WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF, THERE IS A CLICKING NOISE IN THE DRIVER SIDE DASHBOARD THAT CONTINUES UNTIL IT DRAINS THE BATTERY. ALSO, SOMETIMES THE DOOR LOCKS CYCLE OPEN OR CLOSED WHETHER THE CAR IS DRIVING OR OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 23, 2020
Incident date: Nov 20, 2020
SOMETIMES THE HEADLIGHTS FLICK ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. THEN WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF, THERE IS A CLICKING NOISE IN THE DRIVER SIDE DASHBOARD THAT CONTINUES UNTIL IT DRAINS THE BATTERY. ALSO, SOMETIMES THE DOOR LOCKS CYCLE OPEN OR CLOSED WHETHER THE CAR IS DRIVING OR OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 20, 2020
Incident date: Aug 17, 2020
HEAD LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING AND MOST OF TIME I HAD KICK AT THE LIGHTNING CONTROL MODULE TO MAKE IT WORK WHILE IN MOTION ON MAJOR HIGHWAY
STEERING:LINKAGES
Jul 14, 2020
Incident date: Feb 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IN EITHER DIRECTION A CLICKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CLANKING NOISE WAS CAUSED BY A DEFECTIVE STEERING LINKAGE THAT WAS... Read more
STEERING
Jul 14, 2020
Incident date: Feb 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IN EITHER DIRECTION A CLICKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CLANKING NOISE WAS CAUSED BY A DEFECTIVE STEERING LINKAGE THAT WAS... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 13, 2020
Incident date: Feb 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN THE FRONT HEADLAMPS, REAR TAILLAMPS, TURN SIGNALS AND DASHBOARD LIGHTS BECAME INOPERABLE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE DEALER VERA CHADDY (1240 BLOOMFIELD, FAIRFIELD NJ) ... Read more
STEERING
Dec 20, 2019
Incident date: Dec 15, 2019
EXCESSIVELY QUICK CORROSION OF STEERING COLUMN UNIVERSAL JOINTS , MAKING HARD STEERING ( ALSO A SUBJECT OF RECALL 2006 GRAND MARQUIS RECALLS ).
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 13, 2019
Incident date: Dec 13, 2019
AFTER RECEIVING RECALL REMINDER FROM FORD ABOUT SAFETY RECALL FOR HEADLIGHTS INOPERATIVE I MADE APPOINTMENT WITH DEALER PROVIDING VIN# TO DEALER TO GET LCM ORDERED TO REPLACE IT AND IT WAS MORE THAN $500, AND VIN SPECIFIC. ARRIVED AT APPOINTMENT AND SERVICE MANAGER NOTED FORD WOULD NOT REIMBURSE T... Read more
STEERING
Sep 23, 2019
Incident date: May 2, 2019
2004 GRAND MARQUIS, POWER STEERING WENT OUT ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO, AROUND 2016-2017, GOT IT REPAIRED AT MY EXPENSE. WAS FINE UNTIL ABOUT 4-5 MONTHS AGO, STARTED CLICKING/KNOCKING NOISE WHEN I TURNED STEERING WHEEL. THIS HAPPENS WHEN STATIONARY AND WHEN CAR IS MOVING AT ANY SPEED WITH TURNS. ALSO STEE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 27, 2019
Incident date: Sep 9, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION IN A PARKING AREA, THE DRIVER'S, FRONT PASSENGER, AND STEERING WHEEL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITH FORCE. THE DEPLOYMENT OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING OR AN IMPACT AND A GRAYISH BLUE SUBSTANCE ENTERED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE FAILUR... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 30, 2019
Incident date: Nov 1, 2018
HEADLIGHTS GO OUT WHEN DRIVING. I CAN PULL BACK TO DO THE PASSING LIGHTS AND THEN COME ON WHILE I AM HOLDING IT. I CAN KICK THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE ABOVE THE GAS PEDAL AND SOMETIMES IT WILL COME ON WHILE I AM DRIVING. OTHER TIMES I HAVE TO PULLOVER PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND KICK TILL IT COMES B... Read more
STEERING
Dec 26, 2018
Incident date: Dec 3, 2018
WHEN I TURN THE CAR LET RIGHT WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED THE STEERING DOES NOT RETURN TO THE CENTER POSTITION. THE STEERING SEEMS TO GET HUNG UP ON VARIOUS POINTS LEFT OR RIGHT SLOW OR FAST. THE STEERING KNUCKLE LOOKS RUSTED.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 14, 2018
Incident date: Nov 10, 2018
LCM (LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE) RECALL FROM 2015. I BOUGHT THE CAR IN MARCH OF 2016 AND THE DEALER FAILED TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE RECALL BEFORE I PURCHASED THE CAR.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 14, 2018
Incident date: Nov 10, 2018
LCM (LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE) RECALL FROM 2015. I BOUGHT THE CAR IN MARCH OF 2016 AND THE DEALER FAILED TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE RECALL BEFORE I PURCHASED THE CAR.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 9, 2018
Incident date: Oct 1, 2018
HEADLIGHTS STOP WORKING AT NIGHT AND WILL NOT COME BACK ON .ONLY HEADLIGHTS .ALL OTHER LIGHTS WORK FINE.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 3, 2018
Incident date: Apr 8, 2018
2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REIMBURSEMENT FROM A RECALL NOTICE FROM FORD REGARDING A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE. *AS *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 3, 2018
Incident date: Apr 8, 2018
2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REIMBURSEMENT FROM A RECALL NOTICE FROM FORD REGARDING A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE. *AS *TR
STEERING
Jun 20, 2018
Incident date: Jun 18, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT LINK OF THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME UNDONE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE CAUSED THE STEERING WHEEL TO SPIN UNCONTROLLABLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. MURRAY FORD OF STARK... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jun 11, 2018
Incident date: Jun 1, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (CAROLINA FORD, 103 CHURCH ST, HONEA PATH, SC 29654, (888) 420-5939) AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE VEHIC... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 1, 2018
Incident date: May 17, 2018
THE AIR CONDITION ON AND SPONTANEOUSLY HEAT COMES ON. THE DASHBOARD GETS EXTREMELY HOT AND CAN NOT STOP THE HEAT. UNABLE TO TURN OFF A/C OR ADJUSTING TEMPERATURE WILL OVER IDEA THE PROBLEM. WE FEAR THIS COULD BECOME A FIRE HAZARD SO WE'VE PARKED THE CAR WAITING TO HEAR FROM FORD MOTORS. THIS OCC... Read more
STEERING
May 9, 2018
Incident date: May 2, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING COLUMN SEIZED AND MADE A CLICKING SOUND WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS ADVISED TO CALL THE DEALER. THE VEHICL... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 9, 2018
Incident date: Dec 22, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V861000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING); 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. SAR... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 30, 2018
Incident date: Mar 20, 2018
THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ON MY CAR WHILE DRIVING HOME IN A SNOW STORM. WHEN I TOOK MY VECHILE TO PEPBOYS TO FIND OUT WHATS WRONG. THEY SAID IT WAS THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE THAT CAN ONLY BE REPAIRED AT FORD DEALERSHIP. THEY ALSO STATED IT WAS A RECALL ON THIS. WHEN I TOOK IT TO FORD THEY SAID THEIR... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 30, 2018
Incident date: Mar 20, 2018
THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ON MY CAR WHILE DRIVING HOME IN A SNOW STORM. WHEN I TOOK MY VECHILE TO PEPBOYS TO FIND OUT WHATS WRONG. THEY SAID IT WAS THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE THAT CAN ONLY BE REPAIRED AT FORD DEALERSHIP. THEY ALSO STATED IT WAS A RECALL ON THIS. WHEN I TOOK IT TO FORD THEY SAID THEIR... Read more
STEERING:COLUMN
Mar 13, 2018
Incident date: Jul 26, 2017
2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DAMAGE DONE TO CAR WHILE HAVING VEHICLE REPAIRED. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED DAYS AFTER THE RECALL WAS COMPLETED THE STEERING FROZE. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE WIRES USED TO COMPLETE THE RECALL WERE TOO LONG AND WRAPPED AROUND THE STE... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy — 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,750 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
67 manufacturer communications from 48 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 13 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 2 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 2 |
| 063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | 2 |
| 138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT | 2 |
TSB 19-2026
Feb 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
TSB 19-2026
Feb 7, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
TSB 19-2026
Feb 7, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
ASI-45182
Jun 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
CSP-14-N-01
Apr 11, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
FORD: THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE HAS EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, DUE TO A POSSIBLE CRACK ON SOLDER JOINT THAT CONNECTS RELAY TO CIRCUIT BOARD. MODEL 2003-2005 CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS. *PE
CSP-14N01
Apr 11, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
FORD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION REGARDING THE LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE, FOR SOME VEHICLES, TO 15 YEARS OR 250,000 MILES, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. MODEL 2003-2005 VICTORIA, GRAND MAR
07212
Oct 1, 2007
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SOME 1997-2008 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L 2V, 5.4L 2V, OR 6.8L 2V ENGINE--SPARK PLUG THREAD REPAIR PROCEDURE--NOT COVERED UNDER NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY. *NJ THIS INCLUDES F-53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS. UPDATED 2/23/10. *PE
06216
Jan 1, 2006
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
LIMITED SLIP AXLE CHATTER, SHUDDER, BINDING SENSATION, OR VIBRATION DURING LOW SPEED TURNING MANEUVERS. *TT
041601
Nov 14, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT
042421
Jun 7, 2005
151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT
0531
Feb 21, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MAF DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH EGR SYSTEM MODULE (ESM). *TT
0523
Feb 7, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DELAYED REVERSE ENGAGEMENT. *EH
0524
Feb 7, 2005
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
IDLE VIBRATION VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SINGLE EXHAUST. *EH
18426
Feb 1, 2005
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
AM FM AND CELLULAR PHONE RECEPTION INTERFERENCE . *EH
18383
Jan 1, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AM/FM AND CELLULAR PHONE RECEPTION INTERFERENCE - SERVICE TIP. *TT
042407
Jan 1, 2005
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
NUMEROUS ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WHEEL SPEED SENSOR (WSS) DTCS, SUCH AS C1145, C1155, C1165, C1175, C1296, C1297, C1298, C1299 AND C1222. *TT
04251
Dec 27, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
ALUMINUM CORROSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT
04189
Dec 13, 2004
138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
04247
Dec 13, 2004
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
NUMEROUS ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WHEEL SPEED SENSOR (WSS) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS). *TT
042107
Dec 13, 2004
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT
042111
Nov 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMPAND P0460 DTC IN MEMORY. *EH
04217
Nov 1, 2004
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT
18222
Oct 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0460 IN CONTINUOUS MEMORY. OASIS. *TT
04174
Sep 6, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT
04E12
Sep 1, 2004
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
EMISSION RELATED SERVICE ACTION 04E12. VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCORRECT RIGHT HAND CATALYTIC CONVERTER. INSPECT AND REPLACE RIGHT HAND CATALYTIC CONVERTER. ATTACHMENTS I-III AND CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER. *TT
031404
Aug 23, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE MISFIRE OR RUNNING - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIPS. TO INCLUDE VARIOUS 2005 MODELS. * AR THIS ARTICLE 04161 SUPERSEDES TSB 03-14-04.
041515
Aug 9, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0442. *TT
041514
Aug 9, 2004
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
04155
Aug 9, 2004
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
SQUEAK OR RUBBING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION - FRONT SPRING INSULATOR REVISED. *TT
031501
Jul 12, 2004
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT
17876
Jun 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0442 OR P0456. *TT
17810
May 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION FAILURE WHERE THERE IS A LARGE AMOUNT OF METAL OR DEBRIS IN THE PAN. *TT
17745
May 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1233 WITH POSSILE DRIVEABILITY OR NO START CONDITION. *TT
17809
May 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A NO CRANK/NO START. CONNECTOR C192 OR C146 NOT FULLY CONNECTED. *TT
17757
Apr 1, 2004
126000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
INTERMITTENT RAPID FLASHING OF THE TURN SIGNALS. *TT
0421
Feb 9, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE KNOCK DURING INITIAL COLD START, THE KNOCK WILL CEASE AFTER THE ENGINE IS FULLY WARMED UP. *TT
17545
Feb 1, 2004
020000 SUSPENSION
COSMETIC CRACKING OF LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHING SLEEVE. *MJ
13
Feb 1, 2004
010000 STEERING
STEERING GEAR YOKE PLUG LOCK RING TORQUE. ALSO INCLUDING THE 2004 MERCURY MARAUDER. *MR
04145
Jan 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE VIBRATION AT IDLE ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SINGLE EXHAUST. *TT
0476
Jan 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NOISE-CLIMATE CONTROL-REGISTER VENT RATTLE WITH A/C BLOWER ON. *MJ
17516
Jan 1, 2004
110100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
INTERMITTENT HORN SELF-ACTIVATION. *TT
17502
Jan 1, 2004
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
SLOW OR BINDING SIDE DOOR GLASS OPERATION. *TT
03256
Dec 22, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE-ROMEO BUILT 4.6L 2V-TICK NOISE FROM ENGINE-ENGINES BUILT BEFORE 9/17/2003. *MJ
03228
Nov 10, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
LACK OF AIR CONDITIONER (A/C) COOLING AND RESTRICTED/REDUCED AIR FLOW THROUGH THE A/C VENTS TYPICALLY DURING EXTENDED IDLING CONDITIONS. *TT
17313
Nov 1, 2003
010000 STEERING
STEERING NIBBLE - SERVICE TIP. *TT
17297
Oct 1, 2003
012200 STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) DO NOT COME WITH A STEERING WHEEL LOCK. *TT
17295
Oct 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FLICKERING ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY, ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL DISPLAY, RADIO DISPLAY, AND/OR OVERHEAD CONSOLE DISPLAY. *TT
03181
Sep 15, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
06910
Jul 19, 2006
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
CATALYTIC CONVERTER BRICK RATTLE OR BUZZING NOISE. *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations — MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP98007
Opened: Jul 28, 1998 — Closed: Sep 28, 1998
IMPROPER HEIGHT FOR HEAD RESTRAINTS
NHTSA WAS PETITIONED TO COMMENCE A DEFECT INVESTIGATION OF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ON JULY 28, 1998.THE PETITION ALLEGES THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT WAS NOT HIGH ENOUGH AT ITS HIGHEST POSITION TO PROTECT HIM FROM NECK INJURIES SUSTAINED DURING A REAR IMPACT COLLISION.OTHER THAN THE SUBJECT PE... Read more
PE95027
Opened: May 3, 1995 — Closed: Aug 31, 1995
PASSENGER AIR BAG DETACHMENT
There is no summary currently available
MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS across all model years (1977–2011).
105
Total Recalls
4,964
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
395
Reported Crashes
274
Reported Fires
17
Reported Deaths
MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2 | 11 | View |
| 2010 | 2 | 35 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 35 | View |
| 2008 | 3 | 101 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 111 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 187 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 634 | View |
| 2004 (current) | 2 | 422 | |
| 2003 | 2 | 449 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 101 | View |
| 2001 | 5 | 207 | View |
| 2000 | 8 | 216 | View |
| 1999 | 5 | 202 | View |
| 1998 | 7 | 168 | View |
| 1997 | 5 | 370 | View |
| 1996 | 6 | 282 | View |
| 1995 | 7 | 222 | View |
| 1994 | 3 | 197 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 178 | View |
| 1992 | 3 | 330 | View |
| 1991 | 2 | 106 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 63 | View |
| 1989 | 2 | 69 | View |
| 1988 | 3 | 98 | View |
| 1987 | 5 | 57 | View |
| 1986 | 2 | 22 | View |
| 1985 | 1 | 29 | View |
| 1984 | 2 | 24 | View |
| 1983 | 3 | 14 | View |
| 1982 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 1981 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1980 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1978 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1977 | 1 | 1 | View |