Most common 2002 Mercury Marquis problems
Share of the 11 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mercury Marquis complaints by model year
Best Marquis years: 2004, 2002, 1995. Years to avoid: 1997. Compare all years →
What 2002 Mercury Marquis owners say
Brakes
Emergency brake release mechanism frozen with brake on. Emergency brake release in cabin returned to normal position giving indication that the brake had been released. End result complete wipe out of rear brakes and damage to drums. Failure found by the servicing dealer after warranty expired. Yet on each of the last two(2) occasions when car went in for service I requested " check emergency brake" emergency brake pedal 1"+/- off the floor response was brakes o.k. Only after the expiration of the warranty was problem found. My grand Marquis has been serviced by no one but smith cairnes, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury. If by some stroke of luck I had depended soley on the emergency brake a serious accident could have resulted by a runaway car. To add insult to injury it cost me in excess of $500.00 to correct the problem.
Dt*: the contact stated the brake and accelerator pads were positioned too close together. The dealer refused to examine vehicle and would not provide repair work. The manufacturer was called and a complaint was filed. Updated 08/24/06.
2002 Mercury Marquis engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 23 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2002 Mercury Marquis a good car?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2002 Marquis rates better than average: 54% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Marquis at the same age. It is one of the best Marquis years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Mercury Marquis?
The brakes — 4 complaints, 36% of all complaints for this model year, most often about pedals and linkages. Next are the engine & cooling (2) and speed control & acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2002 Mercury Marquis have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Mercury Marquis. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mercury Marquis?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2004, 2002 and 1995. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1997. See the full Mercury Marquis years comparison.
At what mileage do 2002 Mercury Marquis problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 55,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.