Table 1 shows one common steering related problems of the 2004 Mercury Marauder.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems |
The steering had become stiff and "notchy" while turning, and the steering wheel would not return to straight ahead on its own. It was found that the lower steering shaft had 1 of the 3 bearing frozen and required replacement. This is the same exact parts and symptoms as listed listed in Ford recall 13s08.