Sell your 2006 Mercury Mariner for cash

The 2006 Mercury Mariner is a SUV that came with a choice of 2.3L 4-cyl and 3.0L 6-cyl engines. At 20 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2006 Mercury Mariner at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Automatic (variable gear ratios)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy17–28 city / 21–26 highway / 19–27 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,500–$3,550 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂329–468 grams per mile
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)3,410 lb
Versions tested by EPA5 configurations: Mariner FWD, Mariner 4WD, Mariner Hybrid 4WD
Age20 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 20 years old, most of a 2006 Mariner's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2006 Mariner weighed 3,410 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Hybrid battery: hybrid versions also carry a high-voltage battery pack, which recyclers and rebuilders pay for.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2006 Mariner. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the engine, typically around 96,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2006 Mercury Mariner recalls

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 2006 Mercury Mariner. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Power TrainSep 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V606000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009. The affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2.3L or 3.0L engine and have had their CD4E transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between June 11…

Risk: If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is be

Hybrid Propulsion SystemSep 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V526000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Ford Escape hybrid electric vehicles manufactured October 13, 2003, to June 20, 2008, and 2006-2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid electric vehicles manufactured June 10, 2005, to June 20, 2008. The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail resulting in the hybrid…

Risk: If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.

VisibilityNov 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V520000

On certain trucks, passenger cars and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease being applied to the output shaft gear.

Risk: After a period of continuous use on the high speed setting, lack of grease on the output shaft gear may cause the gear to distort or fracture during operation resulting in a loss of wiper function. Inoperative wipers under inclement weather

Common 2006 Mariner problems

Owners have filed 97 complaints about the 2006 Mercury Mariner with NHTSA. 7 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 4 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Engine19
  • Power Train16
  • Steering14
  • Service Brakes12
  • Vehicle Speed Control12
  • Electrical System8

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Engine96,000 mi
  • Power Train89,000 mi
  • Steering104,000 mi
  • Service Brakes153,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control88,000 mi
  • Electrical System104,000 mi

2006 Mercury Mariner crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2006 Mercury Mariner.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, FWD/AWDNot rated——★★★☆☆20.9%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2006 Mercury Mariner service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 27 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2006 Mercury Mariner. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Engine and Engine Cooling6
  • Fuel System6
  • Service Brakes3
  • Electrical System2
  • Gasoline2
  • Gasoline2

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2016 · SSM 46085

    The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2016 · SSM-45870

    2005-2008 escape/Mariner hybrid - anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator illuminated with dtc(s) c1478, c1479, c1480 and/or c1481

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2012 · ASI-22242

    Ford/Mercury: some hybrid vehicles may require a unique bleed procedure after a replacement for one or more of hydraulic brake system components. *pe

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2010 · TSB-10-18-10

    Ford/Mercury: MIL on with dtc p0351-p0356; multiple coil primary circuit. Built on or before 10/03/05. Some vehicles equipped with a 3.0l engine may exhibit a mulfunction

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2010 · TSB-09-19-12

    Ford: some hybrid vehicles may exhibit an intermittent red triangle on and stop safely now message displayed on the message center, accompanied by a sudden rpm loss/no st

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2008 · 20213

    2005-08 escape/escape hybrid/Mariner - 2006-08 Mariner hybrid - wheel speed sensor ring replacement procedure update to workshop manual. *nj

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2006 Mercury Mariner.

Electrical SystemDP22005 · opened Jan 2023, closed Aug 2023Led to recall 22V063000

Pedestrian alert sounds

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pe

Selling a 2006 Mariner: questions

How much is a 2006 Mercury Mariner worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2006 Mariner that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2006 Mariners that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2006 Mariner with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2006 Mercury Mariner; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2006 Mariner?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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