Mercury Marauder owners have reported 11 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension problems | |
| Rear Suspension problems | |
| Multiple Axle Suspension problems | |
| Grinding Noise problems | |
| Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problems |
Since buying the car in 2004 with 10k miles on it, I've put 120k on it. It's eaten thru 5 sets of tires. I've had them aligned every time I changed tires. . Had two axle rod's break. Radio failed. Ac will constantly turn on randomly. Read details...
My 2003 Mercury Marauder suffered premature wear on the inner edges of the front wheels. It was found to be within specification for the camber alignment while this wear is indicative of a camber issue. I replaced the front tires and had an alignment. Read details...
Rear axle and differential failed on 2003 Mercury Marauder. Dealer inspection within 7-10 days of failure, no notification of recall on 2003 crown victoria NHTSA: 04v328000 for Marauder which may use the same rear end components. Vehicle disabled at a neighborhood gas station and unsafe to drive. Read details...
Both rear axles and bearings were damaged and had to be replaced. Ford has issued a bulletin on this: article no. 03-5-5 axle-rearaxle shaft and/or axle bearing premature wear-vehicles produced before 1/1/2003. My '03 Mercury Marauder was built in Aug. '02. Read details...
Engine cuts out around turns; misalignment, vehicle pulls drastically to the right; low hanging panel on driver's side interferes with throttle and break operations; burning odor emitting form engine compartment; fluid leaking from rear axle; smoke emitting form engine compartment; lack of Read details...