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2010 Mercury Grand Marquis problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis sits mid-pack among Grand Marquis years: 35 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 100, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across steering (5), body & structure (5), and electrical system (3), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

35

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

13

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

9

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other Grand Marquis years?

Grand Marquis NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted634 complaints1977: 1 complaints1978: 1 complaints1979: 0 complaints1980: 0 complaints1981: 2 complaints1982: 8 complaints1983: 14 complaints1984: 24 complaints1985: 29 complaints1986: 22 complaints1987: 57 complaints1988: 98 complaints1989: 69 complaints1990: 63 complaints1991: 106 complaints1992: 330 complaints1993: 178 complaints1994: 197 complaints1995: 222 complaints1996: 282 complaints1997: 370 complaints1998: 168 complaints1999: 202 complaints2000: 216 complaints2001: 207 complaints2002: 101 complaints2003: 449 complaints2004: 422 complaints2005: 634 complaints2006: 187 complaints2007: 111 complaints2008: 101 complaints2009: 35 complaints2010: 35 complaints2011: 11 complaints
Grand Marquis NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering514%
Body & Structure514%
Electrical System39%
Speed Control39%
Other26%
Airbags26%
Brakes26%
Engine26%
Lighting26%
Transmission26%
Visibility & Wipers26%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)13%
Suspension13%
Tires & Wheels13%
Seat Belts13%
Fuel System13%

Does the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V704000SteeringNovember 5, 2014 · 36,888 units

Defect

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 intermediate shaft was serviced during the course of safety recall 13V-385. The prior repairs may not have been correctly performed.

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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S25.

13V385000SteeringAugust 29, 2013 · 355,000 units

Defect

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, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Severe corrosion can seize the lower intermediate shaft which may cause the upper intermediate shaft to collapse and the steering column lower bearing to separate.

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 as necessary. If the steering column lower bearing has separated, a retainer clip will be installed. The recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S08.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND HAD ALMOST COME TO A STOP WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD & HIT A (VACANT) STORE FRONT. I FEEL THE VEHICLE ACCEL- ERATED ON IT'S OWN AS I WAS APPLYING THE BRAKE AT THE TIME, MY FOOT DID NOT SLIP OFF OF THE BRAKE. THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH "DRIVE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · December 21, 2012 · crash

“the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. 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 ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · October 14, 2025 · crash

“I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND HAD ALMOST COME TO A STOP WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD & HIT A (VACANT) STORE FRONT. I FEEL THE VEHICLE ACCEL- ERATED ON IT'S OWN AS I WAS APPLYING THE BRAKE AT THE TIME, MY FOOT DID NOT SLIP OFF OF THE BRAKE. THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH "DRIVE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · December 21, 2012 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT FAILED AND WOULD ONLY EMIT AIR FROM THE DEFROSTER AND UNDER SEAT VENTS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE TRUNK LIGHT ILLUMINATED EVEN THOUGH THE TRUNK WAS CLOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 4, 2013

“THE ROAD WAS DRY AND BARE. I FELT A RIGHT REAR SKID (?"BLACK ICE"). I TRIED TO TURN STEERING WHEEL TO CORRECT THE SKID AND IT WAS LOCKED. IT JERKED OUT OF MY HANDS, THE ENGINE ROARED AND THE CAR FLEW TO THE LEFT ACROSS THE ROAD INTO A LARGE TREE. I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE STEERING WHEEL. ON IMPACT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · December 9, 2011 · crash

2010 Mercury Grand Marquis — common questions

Is the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 35 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Grand Marquis year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2010 Grand Marquis problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (5 complaints), body & structure (5 complaints), electrical system (3 complaints).

Does the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercury Grand Marquis years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Grand Marquis years to avoid are 2005, 2003, 2004, 1997, 1992, 1996, 1995, 2000, 2001, 1999, 1994, 2006, 1993, 1998. The cleanest record among Grand Marquis years belongs to 1980.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.