2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
3 recalls — 101 complaints — 35 TSBs
14V704000 Nov 5, 2014
STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermedia... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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. O... Read more
13V385000 Aug 29, 2013
STEERING
Defect Description
Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois... Read more
Consequence
If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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 a... Read more
07V270000 Jun 26, 2007
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND HUB ASSEMBLY MAY FRACTURE DUE TO IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND HUB ASSEMBLIES AND REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
Complaint Statistics
101 total complaints
15 crashes 1 fires 10 injuries 2 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING | 19 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 13 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| ENGINE | 5 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 5 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| SEAT BELTS | 3 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Nov 13, 2025
Incident date: Nov 13, 2022
Rear window shattered without any warning or contact. Car was not running at the time.
ENGINE
Oct 11, 2023
Incident date: May 11, 2023
On September 22 2023 I drove my car home from work and everything was good. The next day September 23 2023 I started my car and my check engine light went yellow, then red, my car instantly overheated, smoke poured out of my exhaust. I brought it to dealership for inspection and was told coolant had... Read more
STEERING
May 11, 2022
Incident date: May 6, 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the steering felt loose. The contact stated that the power steering was still operable however, the vehicle would drift to the left or right with no input on the steering wheel. The contact stated t... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 18, 2021
Incident date: Nov 18, 2021
The contact owns a 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated that the wiring harness for the brake pedal sensor was faulty, causing the exterior brake lights to fail to illuminate. The failure almost caused a collision. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to bring ... Read more
STEERING
Jun 13, 2021
Incident date: Jun 4, 2021
Left home the other day I noticed that the steering had become was stiff when the wheels were straight..it wasn't bad turning till it was going straight..the next day the steering became stiff and erratic. It would work sometimes and it would be stiff...found out the lower steering shaft had frozen... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 17, 2021
Incident date: Dec 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT BLANK WHILE EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Mar 17, 2021
Incident date: Dec 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT BLANK WHILE EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 9, 2021
Incident date: Mar 8, 2021
I WAS DRIVING IN TOWN AND SEVERAL TIMES WHEN I SLOWED DOWN TO STOP AT A STOP SIGN OR CORNER, AFTER BRAKING MY CAR ACCELERATED BY ITSELF. THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND MADE THE CAR JUMP FORWARD. I HAD TO SLIGHTLY RELEASE THE BRAKE SND BRAKE HARDER TO STOP AND AVOID GOING INTO THE INTERSECTION.
SEAT BELTS
Feb 25, 2021
Incident date: Feb 20, 2021
PASSENGERS SIDE SEATBELT LOCKS
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 29, 2020
Incident date: Feb 8, 2019
TOOK CAR THROUGH CAR WASH AFTER WINTER AND A LARGE SECTION OF PAINT CAME OFF THE HOOD..THIS IS A FLORIDA CAR..IT WAS THE SECOND WINTER IN BUFFALO..ALSO FOUND OTHER SPOTS ON CAR WHERE PAINT IS COMING OFF...WAS LOOKING FOR A NEWER GRAND MARQUIS AND A LOT OF THEM ALSO HAD PAINT COMING...ALL WERE THE SI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 29, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2019
ODOMETER FADES OUT MOST OF THE TIME...SOMETIMES IT WILL BRIGHTEN UP SO YOU CAN SEE IT..BUT SOON FADES OUT AGAIN..FORD WANTS $600 TO FIX IT...2008 IS THE ONLY YEAR THAT FITS AND THERE ARE 4 DIFFERENT ONES THAT FIT..CAN'T FIND A USED ONE
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
May 27, 2020
Incident date: May 26, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE, HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK DETACHED AND WAS HANGING DOWN UNDERNEATH... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 9, 2019
Incident date: Oct 5, 2019
FIRST TRIED THE HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS WHILE PARKED ON THE SIDE OF A HIGHWAY AND THEY DID NOT WORK. WHEN I DROVE OFF I PUT THE HEADLIGHTS ON AND TURNED ON THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. WHEN I GOT HOME I TURNED OFF THE WIPERS AND THE HEADLIGHTS BUT THE HEADLIGHTS STAYED ON. I DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY CABLE A... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 9, 2019
Incident date: Oct 5, 2019
FIRST TRIED THE HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS WHILE PARKED ON THE SIDE OF A HIGHWAY AND THEY DID NOT WORK. WHEN I DROVE OFF I PUT THE HEADLIGHTS ON AND TURNED ON THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. WHEN I GOT HOME I TURNED OFF THE WIPERS AND THE HEADLIGHTS BUT THE HEADLIGHTS STAYED ON. I DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY CABLE A... Read more
STEERING
Sep 10, 2019
Incident date: Sep 10, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH ON A RESIDENTIAL ROAD, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL CLICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL DETACHED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AW... Read more
STEERING
Jul 13, 2019
Incident date: Jul 12, 2019
MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AND TURNING LEFT AT A SLOW SPEED WHEN SHE HEARD A LOUD POPPING SOUND. IT LOOKS LIKE A CHUNK OF ONE OF THE STEERING COLUMN BEARINGS FELL OUT OF THE STEERING COLUMN.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 11, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2019
THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING ACCELERATE TO 5000 RPM'S. HAD THROTTLE BODY AND MAS REPLACED WHICH SEEMED TO HELP. HOWEVER, IT STILL HAPPENS ONCE IN A WHILE (ONCE EVERY 3 WEEKS AVERAGE). USUALLY HAPPENS AFTER SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE AND DRIVING FORWARD AT LOW SPEEDS (AROUND 5-10 MPH)... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 11, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2019
THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING ACCELERATE TO 5000 RPM'S. HAD THROTTLE BODY AND MAS REPLACED WHICH SEEMED TO HELP. HOWEVER, IT STILL HAPPENS ONCE IN A WHILE (ONCE EVERY 3 WEEKS AVERAGE). USUALLY HAPPENS AFTER SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE AND DRIVING FORWARD AT LOW SPEEDS (AROUND 5-10 MPH)... Read more
SEATS
Nov 29, 2018
Incident date: Jan 15, 2018
TAKATA RECALL THE PASSENGER SIDE OF CAR, WHEN A PASSENGER IS SETTING IN THE CAR SEAT AND THE CAR IS MOVING, I HAVE TAKEN NOTE THAT THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON DASH PANEL WILL GO OFF AND OWN. I HAVE NOT SEEN THE LIGHT GO OFF AND OWN.
AIR BAGS
Nov 29, 2018
Incident date: Jan 15, 2018
TAKATA RECALL THE PASSENGER SIDE OF CAR, WHEN A PASSENGER IS SETTING IN THE CAR SEAT AND THE CAR IS MOVING, I HAVE TAKEN NOTE THAT THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON DASH PANEL WILL GO OFF AND OWN. I HAVE NOT SEEN THE LIGHT GO OFF AND OWN.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 16, 2018
Incident date: Jun 15, 2015
THE GEAR SHIFT ID ON THE DASH BOARD HAS QUIT WORKING, AND WE CAN ONLY IDENTIFY THE GEAR THAT WE HAVE ENGAGED BY FEEL. ALSO, WE HAVE A RECURRING PROBLEM WITH THE LEFT REAR TURN SIGNAL FLASH GOING BAD. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE TURN SIGNAL FLASHES AT A SUPER FAST RATE. BOTH OF THESE PROBLEMS ARE SAFET... Read more
STEERING
Oct 16, 2018
Incident date: Jun 15, 2015
THE GEAR SHIFT ID ON THE DASH BOARD HAS QUIT WORKING, AND WE CAN ONLY IDENTIFY THE GEAR THAT WE HAVE ENGAGED BY FEEL. ALSO, WE HAVE A RECURRING PROBLEM WITH THE LEFT REAR TURN SIGNAL FLASH GOING BAD. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE TURN SIGNAL FLASHES AT A SUPER FAST RATE. BOTH OF THESE PROBLEMS ARE SAFET... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 30, 2018
Incident date: Jun 1, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH AND ENTERING A DRIVE-THRU LANE AT A BANK, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO PARK; HOWEVER, THE GEAR FAILED TO SHIFT. THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHI... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jul 31, 2018
Incident date: Dec 10, 2017
I HAVE A 2008 MECURY GRAND MARQUIS ,I WAS IN A WRECK IN DECEMBER 10,2017 FRONTAL IMPACT MY AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF OR WORK DURING MY WRECK ALSO MY SEAT BELTS DID NOT WORK AS WELL. I GOT HURT IN THE WRECK BECAUSE NON OF MY SAFETY EQUIPMENT WORK. I BOUGHT THE CAR USED FROM FORD DEALERSHIP AIRBAGS WE'R... Read more
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 31, 2018
Incident date: Dec 10, 2017
I HAVE A 2008 MECURY GRAND MARQUIS ,I WAS IN A WRECK IN DECEMBER 10,2017 FRONTAL IMPACT MY AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF OR WORK DURING MY WRECK ALSO MY SEAT BELTS DID NOT WORK AS WELL. I GOT HURT IN THE WRECK BECAUSE NON OF MY SAFETY EQUIPMENT WORK. I BOUGHT THE CAR USED FROM FORD DEALERSHIP AIRBAGS WE'R... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Jul 31, 2018
Incident date: Dec 10, 2017
I HAVE A 2008 MECURY GRAND MARQUIS ,I WAS IN A WRECK IN DECEMBER 10,2017 FRONTAL IMPACT MY AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF OR WORK DURING MY WRECK ALSO MY SEAT BELTS DID NOT WORK AS WELL. I GOT HURT IN THE WRECK BECAUSE NON OF MY SAFETY EQUIPMENT WORK. I BOUGHT THE CAR USED FROM FORD DEALERSHIP AIRBAGS WE'R... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 13, 2016
Incident date: Nov 1, 2016
HEATING UNIT DOES NOT RESPOND WHEN HEAT OPTION . FLOOR , MIX ,DEFROST OPTIONS ARE SELECTED AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL IS AT MAXIMUM HOT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 12, 2016
Incident date: Nov 25, 2015
THE DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER AND FUEL READINGS KEEP FLASHING ON AND OFF SOMETIMES STAYING OFF FOR SHORT PERIODS OF TIME WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING. IS THIS SOMETHING UNDER WARRANTY.
STEERING
Nov 25, 2016
Incident date: Nov 22, 2016
VEHICLE SERVICED AT FRAMINGHAM FORD 12/19/13 INV 331045 3/17/14 INV 333649 REGARDING FORD SAFETY RECALL 13S08/NHTSA RECALL 13V385 STEERING COLUMN SHAFT. IN MAY 2016 I EXPERIENCED OCCASIONAL BUT UNUSUAL STEERING STIFFNESS WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN. CONTACTED FRAMINGHAM FORD AND FMC TO EXPRESS M... Read more
STEERING
May 18, 2016
Incident date: Feb 3, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE HAD A ROUTINE INSPECTION BY THE DEALER AND CORROSION WAS FOUND. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND A MECHANIC WAS TO FU... Read more
STRUCTURE
May 18, 2016
Incident date: Feb 3, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE HAD A ROUTINE INSPECTION BY THE DEALER AND CORROSION WAS FOUND. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND A MECHANIC WAS TO FU... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 27, 2016
Incident date: Apr 17, 2016
THE VEHICLE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED TWO SUDDEN ACCELERATION EVENTS IN TWO DAYS 15 MILES APART WHILE DECELERATING AND USING THE BRAKE IN WHAT COULD ONLY BE RELATED TO AN INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL. WHILE ON VACATION DURING A 75 DEG EVENING WITH THE CAR AT OPERATING TEMPERAT... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 27, 2016
Incident date: Apr 17, 2016
THE VEHICLE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED TWO SUDDEN ACCELERATION EVENTS IN TWO DAYS 15 MILES APART WHILE DECELERATING AND USING THE BRAKE IN WHAT COULD ONLY BE RELATED TO AN INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL. WHILE ON VACATION DURING A 75 DEG EVENING WITH THE CAR AT OPERATING TEMPERAT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 7, 2016
Incident date: Jan 1, 2016
2003 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO HEADLIGHT ELECTRONIC MODULE RECALL REPAIRS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MODULE WAS REPLACED ON NOVEMBER 13, 2014 PRIOR TO RECEIVING NOTIFICATION. THE CONSUMER CALLED FORD TO REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT. HOWEVER, SHE WAS INFORMED THE TIME FRAME... Read more
STEERING
Dec 11, 2015
Incident date: Dec 6, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 56,000.
STEERING
Aug 25, 2015
Incident date: Aug 23, 2015
AFTER EXPERIENCING A STRANGE SIREN-LIKE SOUND INTERMITTENTLY FOR A FEW DAYS, ESPECIALLY WHEN MAKING A TURN, I NOTICED ON SUNDAY THAT THIS NOISE WAS BECOMING LOUDER AND MORE FREQUENT. AFTER DRIVING ONLY ABOUT TWO MILES I REALIZED THAT SOMETHING FELT ODD IN THE STEERING, SO I IMMEDIATELY RETURNED HOME... Read more
STEERING
May 12, 2015
Incident date: Apr 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE UPPER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. IN ADDITION, THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 12, 2015
Incident date: Apr 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE UPPER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. IN ADDITION, THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS ... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
May 4, 2015
Incident date: Apr 27, 2015
VEHICLE ACCELERATES SUDDENLY WITH NO WARNING ACCELERATOR STICKS
STEERING
Mar 11, 2015
Incident date: Oct 6, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V385000 (STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TWICE AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED BECAUSE THE MANUFAC... Read more
STEERING
Feb 24, 2015
Incident date: Jan 1, 2014
I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH MY POWER STEERING ON MY 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHEN ITS COLD OUTSIDE OR WHEN I NEED TO MAKE A REALLY QUICK TURN OF THE WHEEL IT TURNS VERY HARD AND HAS CAUSED ME TO ALMOST HAVE AND ACCIDENT. THE CAR HAS SPEED SENSITIVE POWER STEERING ON IT . I HAVE OWNED SEVERAL FORD CAR... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 11, 2014
Incident date: Nov 10, 2014
THANK GOODNESS, THERE WASN'T AN ACCIDENT. RATHER, I HEARD THAT YOU SHOULD CHECK YOUR EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE EVERY 50,000 MILES. HOWEVER, MY CAR IS SO LOW MILEAGE FOR ITS AGE THAT I DECIDED I SHOULD HAVE THE CABLE CHECKED ANYHOW. THEN, I HEARD THAT MANY OF THE AFTERMARKET EMERGENCY CABLES ARE DEFECTIV... Read more
STEERING
Oct 7, 2014
Incident date: Feb 28, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CONTINUED DRIVING EVEN THOUGH THE STEERING WHEEL WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHI... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 1, 2014
Incident date: Aug 1, 2013
2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WAS RECALLED FOR POOR STEERING. THE CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WHEREBY HE WAS UNABLE TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY OFF AND SHIFT THE GEAR . *TGW
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 1, 2014
Incident date: Aug 1, 2013
2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WAS RECALLED FOR POOR STEERING. THE CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WHEREBY HE WAS UNABLE TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY OFF AND SHIFT THE GEAR . *TGW
Crash
STEERING
Oct 1, 2014
Incident date: Aug 1, 2013
2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WAS RECALLED FOR POOR STEERING. THE CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WHEREBY HE WAS UNABLE TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY OFF AND SHIFT THE GEAR . *TGW
Crash
ENGINE
Mar 29, 2014
Incident date: Mar 3, 2014
WHILE DRIVING UP A SHORT MODERATE GRADE, THE CAR ENGINE SHUT OFF. THE BATTERY (NEARLY NEW) WAS FINE AND THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WERE DISPLAYED WITH ICONS LIT. THE STEERING WAS AFFECTED AND THE CAR DRIFTED TO A STOP ON A LEVEL SURFACE. I WAS SUCCESSFUL IN RESTARTING THE CAR ON THE FIRST TRY AND THIS INC... Read more
STEERING
Mar 7, 2014
Incident date: Mar 7, 2014
NHTSA RECALL 13V385 STEERING DEALERSHIP HAS INDICATED THAT REPAIR PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE. INITIAL NOTICE 10/2013 SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 13S08. *TR
STEERING
Mar 6, 2014
Incident date: Oct 25, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V385000 (STEERING) AND STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE THE REQUIRED REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND P... Read more
STEERING
Nov 15, 2013
Incident date: Apr 6, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING A LEFT TURN, A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE VEHICLE AS THE POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILED. THE CONTACT LOST STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH, CA... Read more
Crash
1 injured
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Technical Service Bulletins — 2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS
35 manufacturer communications from 16 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 3 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 2 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | 2 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
DOR-L2Q6V-10
Sep 18, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This SKU is a Radiator Fan. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the electrical connections. An electrical connection issue may lead to the fan not working potentially throwing a check engine light fo
DOR-L2Q6V-10
Sep 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This SKU is a Radiator Fan. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the electrical connections. An electrical connection issue may lead to the fan not working potentially throwing a check engine light fo
SSM 47201
Mar 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Linco
SSM 46332
Jan 24, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
REPLACING THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SYNC/NAVIGATION SYSTEM WITH EITHER AN AFTERMARKET SYNC/NAVIGATION KIT OR MODIFYING ORIGINAL SYNC/NAVIGATION PARTS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FEATURES IS NOT RECOMMENDED NOR SUPPORTED ON ANY FORD, MERCURY OR LINCO
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
TSB160072
Apr 21, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Inpected or repaired under 13R01 - Requests for recall service action under 13S08
16-0072
Apr 21, 2016
010000 STEERING
For 2005-2012 Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Grand Marquis and Town Car vehicles, Regional Program 13R01 applies to vehicles not registered in corrosion states and not included in Safety Recall 13S08, where operation in high corrosion areas for
TSB160072
Apr 21, 2016
010000 STEERING
Inpected or repaired under 13R01 - Requests for recall service action under 13S08
16-0032
Mar 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
4R75E TRANSMISSION - GRINDING/WHINE/VIBRATION/GEAR SLIPPAGE - SERVICE KIT AVAILABLE ISSUE A service kit has been released to assist with proper repair of the 4R75E transmission in 2008 Mark LT, 2008-2010 F-150, 2008-2010 / 2013-2014 E-Ser
TSB160032
Mar 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
4R75E Transmission - Grinding/Whine/Vibration/Gear Slippage - Serrvice Kit available
RP-13R01
Sep 16, 2014
013200 STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
FORD: THE LOWER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, HAS CORROSION OF SWING LINK JOINTS, COMBINED WITH COLLAPSED UPPER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, RESULTING IN STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION AND LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. MODEL 2005-2011 CROWN VICTOR
TSB-14-0153
Aug 21, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: FAILURE OF PLANETARY GEAR ASSEMBLY IS DUE TO TRANSMISSION, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, EXHIBITING GRINDING, GEAR SLIPPAGE, WHINE TYPE NOISE, VIBRATION, WHILE DRIVING OR LOSS OF REVERSE. *PE
ASI-44538
May 1, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: THE INDICATOR MAY ILLUMINATE OVERDRIVE OFF AND/OR SLIPPING IN 3RD OR NO 4TH GEAR, DUE TO DIRECT CLUTCH FAILURE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0733 AND/OR P0734. MODEL 2008-2013 MARK LT, F-150, CROWN VICTORIA, GRA
TSB-12-7-4
Jul 10, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: IF BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED OR DEAD, VEHICLES/TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE HARD STARTS AND ENGINE IDLE RPM FLUCTUATION AND EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0505, P0506, P2111 AND P2112. *PE
20144
Feb 1, 2008
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - INTERMITTENT PCM, FUEL PUMP, IGN. COIL, A/C, ABS OR FOG LAMP OPERATION. *NJ
SI-19982
Oct 1, 2007
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
FORD: ENGINE COOLING FAN CONTROL RELAY PART AVAILABILITY. *PE
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
19865
Jul 1, 2007
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - INTERMITTENT PCM, FUEL PUMP, IGN, COIL, A/C, ABS OR FOG LAMP OPERATION. *NJ
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 (current) | 3 | 101 | |
| 2007 | 3 | 111 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 187 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 634 | View |
| 2004 | 2 | 422 | View |
| 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 |