1996 Mercury Grand Marquis steering problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH at night, the headlights became inoperable. While driving for approximately 30 more miles and exiting the off ramp, the headlights started to flicker. The headlights momentarily worked but then…”
filed Feb 22, 2023
“The steering wheel has become very loose, and it squeaks alot. I am unable to adjust the steering wheel height any more. I believe this could be a potential hazard, and result in loss of control of steering for this vehicle. *tr”
filed Apr 14, 2011
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Grand Marquis years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Grand Marquis | 5 | 21% |
| 2009 Grand Marquis | 5 | 19% |
| 2008 Grand Marquis | 21 | 27% |
| 2007 Grand Marquis | 9 | 9% |
| 2006 Grand Marquis | 13 | 9% |
| 2005 Grand Marquis | 20 | 4% |
| 2004 Grand Marquis | 65 | 19% |
| 2003 Grand Marquis | 28 | 8% |
| 2002 Grand Marquis | 9 | 12% |
| 2001 Grand Marquis | 11 | 7% |
| 2000 Grand Marquis | 18 | 11% |
| 1999 Grand Marquis | 16 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.