1999 Mercury MARQUIS problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 31 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.5 times the median MARQUIS year — the 1999 model ranks #6 of 28 MARQUIS years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across brakes (5), speed control (4), and electrical system (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
31
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
2
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1999 compare to other MARQUIS years?
What are the most common 1999 Mercury MARQUIS problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 5 | 16% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 4 | 13% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 4 | 13% | ▲ up |
| Visibility & Wipers | 3 | 10% | — flat |
| Steering | 3 | 10% | — flat |
| Engine | 3 | 10% | ▼ down |
| Other | 2 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 6% | — flat |
| Lighting | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 3% | new |
| Airbags | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“WHEN PRESSING ON BRAKES, CONSUMER HAS TO PUSH BRAKES HARDER TO GET VEHICLE TO STOP, PEDAL ALMOST GOES TO THE FLOOR. ALSO, BRAKE LINING IS LETTING OUT SOME KIND OF OIL GETTING ON THE HUB CAPS.*AK THE CUSTOMER STATES THE STOPPING DISTANCE IS GREATER NOW THAN WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS NEW. THE PROBLEM…”
“MY MOTHERS CAR WAS OFF & IN PARK & ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ENGINE REVED UP AND THE CAR SHOT THROUGH HER GARGAGE DOOR AND ALMOST THROUGH THE BACK GARAGE WALL WITH MY MOM IN THE CAR. *AK”
“DT KEYLESS ENTRY PAD CAUGHT ON FIRE,VEHICLE WAS IN GARAGE COULD SPELL SMOKE, HAD TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY. CONTACTED THE DEALER SAID THERE IS NO RECALL, CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER SAID THEY COULDN'T DO ANYTHING CAUSE THE VEHICLE IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. WATER CAN GET DOWN IN THE SWITCH AND…”
“THED OUTER TIE ROD ON THE RIGHT FRONT TURNING WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY. THE TIEROD ENDS NEED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE NOTE THAT A WARNING LETTER WAS SENT OUT FOR THIS PROBLEM ON MY 1998 F150 BUT NONE ON THIS VRHICLE. IT WAS RELATED TO CORROSION. I WILL SAVE THE OLD PART. IF…”
“DRIVING IN THE RAIN HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT TRIED HIGH BEANS CAME ON WENT OUT, ALSO, WIPERS. I PULL LEAVER HELD IN RESET WIPERS WITH OTHER HAND. THEN I PULL DOWN LEVER TO SIGNAL TOO GET OFF ROAD NOCKING HIGH BEANS OFF AGAIN. I ALMOST HIT GARD RAIL,THE LCD RECALL SHOULD BE FOR ALL CARS NOT JUST SOME MY…”
1999 Mercury MARQUIS — common questions
Is the 1999 Mercury MARQUIS reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 31 complaints put the 1999 model at #6 of 28 MARQUIS years. It is one of the MARQUIS years to avoid.
What are the most common 1999 MARQUIS problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (5 complaints), speed control (4 complaints), electrical system (4 complaints).
Does the 1999 Mercury MARQUIS have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Mercury MARQUIS.
Which Mercury MARQUIS years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the MARQUIS years to avoid are 1997, 1994, 2003, 1998, 1996, 1999, 1992. The cleanest record among MARQUIS years belongs to 1981.
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.