2007 Mercury Grand Marquis
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Suspension, Wheels & Tires leads by volume: 26 of 96 complaints (27%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 143 in 2006 to 96 in 2007.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | vs. 2007 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,300 | 3,450 | 3,450 | 3,450 | 3,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16 / 23 | 15 / 23 | 15 / 23 | 15 / 23 | 16 / 24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 468 | 494 | 494 | 494 | 468 | |
| Complaints filed | 487 | 143 | 96 | 78 | 26 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 24 | 16 | 6 | 11 | 3 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 21 | 9 | 1 | 8 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis?
Suspension, Wheels & Tires: 26 of 96 NHTSA complaints (27%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis get?
EPA rates it 18 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis?
EPA estimates $3,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 15 mpg | 23 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Large Cars | 15 mpg | 23 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 494 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT · Campaign 14V704000 · Nov 5, 2014
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.
STEERING · Campaign 13V385000 · Aug 29, 2013
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.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD · Campaign 06V440000 · Nov 20, 2006
Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED TO THE VEHICLE BODY.
Consequence: IF THE WINDSHIELD IS NOT PROPERLY RETAINED TO THE VEHICLE, WIND NOISE, SQUEAK/RATTLES AND/OR WATER LEAKS MAY OCCUR. ALSO, LOSS OF WINDSHIELD RETENTION MAY REDUCE OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 22, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.