1997 Mercury Marquis Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Marquis years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Mercury Marquis. That is the most of any Marquis model year in the database (10 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (21 complaints, 40%), typically at around 68,337 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 3 fires, 5 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 53owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Mercury Marquis problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 40% | 68,337 | — | — |
| Suspension | 8 | 15% | 31,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 11% | 139,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 9% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 8% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 8% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 6% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 4% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 4% | 51,412 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | 7,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Mercury Marquis recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles built with electronic traction control, the rear brake line may chafe due to contact between it and a floor pan stiffening rib, and a brake fluid leak may occur.
Risk: The brake pedal may develop a "spongy" feel and drops of brake fluid may be observed beneath the vehicle. Over time brake performance may be compromised and stopping distances could be extended which could lead to a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the subject vehicles for contact between the brake tube and floor pan stiffening rib. If contact is evident, but no abrasion or leaks exist, the brake tube will be repositioned to preclude further contact and potential abrasion. If indication of abrasion or a leak is evident, dealers will repair the brake line. This campaign began on july 15, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mercury marquis. While driving approximately 15 mph on normal road conditions. The driver loss steering control. The vehicle crashed into an utility pole, boulder and fence. The driver sustained minor injury. The police was not called to the scene. The vehicle was towed…
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mercury marquis. The vehicle speed control switch was disconnected on september 10, 2007. The dealer stated on three occasions that the part for the repair would be available. More recently, the dealer stated that they do not know when the parts will be available. There…
1997 mercury marquis with cruise control recall. Consumer stated that the dealer and manufacturer stated that the vehicle would be fixed in 2007. Consumer stated it still was not fixed by january 2008. *kb the consumer was informed the part may not be available until june or july 2008. *jb
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mercury marquis. The contact went to his local ford dealer and they disconnected the cruise control switch. He believed that the recall repair for nhtsa campaign id number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control) was being performed; however, he later learned that the switch had…
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mercury grand marquis. The contact stated that the pipe that extends from the fender where fuel is applied has rusted out. The failure is causing a fuel leak. The contact has found large puddles of gasoline underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who…
Other Mercury Marquis years
← 1996 Marquis · 1998 Marquis →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Marquis | 12 | 0 |
| 2003 Marquis | 33 | 0 |
| 2002 Marquis | 11 | 0 |
| 2001 Marquis | 26 | 0 |
| 2000 Marquis | 23 | 0 |
| 1999 Marquis | 24 | 0 |
| 1998 Marquis | 29 | 0 |
| 1997 | 53 | 1 |
| 1996 Marquis | 31 | 0 |
| 1995 Marquis | 20 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Mercury Marquis?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, suspension, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 21 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Mercury Marquis?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 Mercury Marquis a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Marquis model years, the 1997 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.