Problem Reports
Mercury Mariner
Report: Knock/Pop Noise from the Steering Column when Turning
Mercury Mariner Problem
Model Years Affected: 2008, 2009, 2010
Average Mileage: 76,373 mi (54,500 mi - 101,000 mi)
Looseness in the steering shaft and steering shaft coupling U-joint can cause a knocking / popping noise from the steering column when turning. The steering shaft and coupling U-joint will need to be replaced.
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Visitor, 2008 Mercury Mariner
When making a sharp turn my steering wheel made this popping noise..it pop once..the steering was fine but I am worried that it my be a serious issue
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Visitor, 2008 Mercury Mariner, 58,000 mi
Replace steering shaft and u joint. Known issue with Ford as they have newer part numbers that supersede the old ones.
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Visitor, 2008 Mercury Mariner, 54,500 mi
Haven't fixed this problem yet. Just started yesterday. Just purchased this car 5 weeks ago used.
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Visitor, 2008 Mercury Mariner, 88,365 mi
Found the U-joint bad, took it to the dealer for repair. Ford has to have more Quality and Reliability to their cars. Repairs today are costly in this economy.
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