1995 Mercury Sable problems
The Mercury Sable is a range of automobiles manufactured and marketed by the Mercury brand of Ford Motor Company. Introduced on December 26, 1985, as the replacement for the Mercury Marquis, the Sable marked the transition of the mid-size Mercury product range to front-wheel drive.
Over its production span, the Sable was Mercury's badge-engineered counterpart to the Ford Taurus, below the Grand Marquis in the Mercury range. From the 1986 to 2005 model years, it was produced as a mid-size four-door sedan and five-door station wagon. For 2006, the Sable was replaced by the full-size Montego and mid-size Milan. It was reintroduced for 2008 as a full-size car, offered as a four-door sedan.
Because of declining sales, the Sable was discontinued after the 2009 model year, leaving no Mercury counterpart for the sixth-generation Taurus. The final Sable was produced on May 21, 2009; in total, 2,112,374 Sables were produced during its 1985–2005 production.
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Common 1995 Mercury Sable problems
The Mercury Sable, produced from 1986 to 2009, is known for several common problems across its different model years. This article focuses on the 1995 Mercury Sable, based on complaints from owners of this car.
- Engine Problems: Engine issues are another common problem for the Mercury Sable. The 2003 model year has 43 complaints related to the engine, with the most frequent problem being the idle air bypass valve causing engine performance issues.
- Interior Problems: The 1998 model year has 5 complaints regarding no interior heat.
- Electrical Problems: The 1995 Mercury Sable has experienced electrical issues, including problems with the ignition lock, which may require replacement.
- Suspension Problems: The 1995 Mercury Sable has had 15 recalls related to the suspension system, with the largest recall in 2001 addressing 9 issues.
- Brakes: The 1995 Mercury Sable has had 17 recalls related to the brakes, with the largest recall in 2001 addressing 9 issues.
- Lighting: The 1995 Mercury Sable has had 13 recalls related to the lighting system, with the largest recall in 2001 addressing 9 issues.
- Seats: The 1995 Mercury Sable has had 11 recalls related to the seats, with the largest recall in 2001 addressing 9 issues.
- Equipment: The 1995 Mercury Sable has had 8 recalls related to equipment, with the largest recall in 2001 addressing 9 issues.
- Frame: The 1995 Mercury Sable has had 13 recalls related to the frame, with the largest recall in 2001 addressing 9 issues.
These common problems with the 1995 Mercury Sable are based on complaints from owners and recall information. It is essential to consider these issues when purchasing or maintaining this vehicle.
What years of Mercury Sable to avoid?
Years to Avoid
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- 2005. ...
- 2001.
- 2004.
Are Mercury Sables good cars?
Overall Mercury Sable is a great vehicle. Very comfortable, powerful, and drives smoothly. Relatively, fuel efficient.
What kind of engine does a Mercury Sable have?
For the Sable G and GS, the standard engine was the 3.0L Vulcan V6, producing 145 hp. For the Sable LS, the standard engine was a 3.0L DOHC Duratec V6, producing 200 hp; optional in the Sable GS, the Duratec engine was an enlarged version of the engine from the Mercury Mystique.
How much does a 95 Mercury Sable weigh?
3144 pounds
1995 Mercury Sable Specs, Features & Options
| Curb Weight | |
|---|---|
| 3144 pounds | 3144 pounds |
| Fuel Capacity | |
| 18.4 gallons | 18.4 gallons |
| Front Head Room |
What years of Mercury Sable to avoid?
The Sable has 5 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 4th generation (2000–2005).
What is the gas mileage on a 1995 Mercury Sable?
Fuel & MPG
288.0/432.0 mi. 16.0 gal.
What kind of engine does a Mercury Sable have?
For the Sable G and GS, the standard engine was the 3.0L Vulcan V6, producing 145 hp. For the Sable LS, the standard engine was a 3.0L DOHC Duratec V6, producing 200 hp; optional in the Sable GS, the Duratec engine was an enlarged version of the engine from the Mercury Mystique.
How much does a 95 Mercury Sable weigh?
3144 pounds
1995 Mercury Sable Specs, Features & Options
| Curb Weight | |
|---|---|
| 3144 pounds | 3144 pounds |
| Fuel Capacity | |
| 18.4 gallons | 18.4 gallons |
| Front Head Room |
1995 Mercury Sable car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mercury Sable problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Suspension problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Mercury Sable vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1995 Mercury Sable
The NHTSA has received 395 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Mercury Sable. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1995 Mercury Sable vehicles.
2015-10-06
POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-21
- VIN: 1MELM5301SA
- Components: POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MERCURY SABLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION JERKED SEVERELY WITH EXTREME HESITATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHO STATED THAT THE REAR SUBFRAME WAS COMPLETELY CORRODED, WHICH CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE TRANSMISSION. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 93V106000 (STRUCTURE). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,219.
2013-06-24
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-18
- VIN: 1MELM504XSA
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MERCURY SABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 160,000. *TR
2013-06-07
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-05-04
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THERE IS A STRONG GAS SMELL ESPECIALLY ON HOT DAYS AND THERE SEEMS TO BE EXCESSIVE PRESSURE IN THE GAS TANK. I HAVE SCOURED THE VEHICLE FOR LEAKS AND CAN NOT FIND ANY. I HAVE REPLACED BOTH RUBBER HOSES FROM THE FILLER NECK TO THE TANK AND EVEN DROPPED THE TANK BUT DIDN'T FIND ANY EVIDENCE OF A LEAK. THE SMELL IS STILL OCCURRING. WHEN YOU FIRST PARK THE VEHICLE AFTER A DRIVE IT IS REAL STRONG AND THEN GOES AWAY. *TR
2010-05-17
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-05-15
- VIN: 1MELM50UXSA
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MERCURY SABLE. WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH, THE CONTACT MADE A RIGHT TURN AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE RIGHT REAR SUBFRAME MOUNTING BUSHING HAD BROKEN DUE TO CORROSION. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND FILED A COMPLAINT; HOWEVER, THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO ASSIST WITH REPAIR COSTS AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL 98V323000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS). THE CONTACT PLANNED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 103,325.
2010-04-27
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-01
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MERCURY SABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY STALL WHEN DRIVING IN WARM TO HOT TEMPERATURES. THE CONTACT STATED THE ENGINE WOULD HAVE TO BE SHUT OFF AND COOLED OFF BEFORE BEING ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR FURTHER INSPECTION OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 84,000.
2010-03-20
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-18
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WAS ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK AND HEARD A LOUD SCREECH, SINCE I WAS JUST DOWN THE STREET FROM MY HOME I PULLED IN MY DRIVEWAY AND THE TIRE BLEW. UPON INSPECTION I NOTICED THE TIRE WAS COMPLETELY SLASHED FROM THE FRONT RIGHT COIL SPRING BREAKING. NEW COIL SPRING STRUT SHOCK AND AXLE. *TR
2010-03-08
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,TIRES,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-05
- VIN: 1MELM5046SA
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,TIRES,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: I BOUGHT A 1995 MERCURY SABLE. THE PERSON I BOUGHT IT FROM SAID IT HAD ALL NEW BRAKES, SPRINGS, FILTERS, SENSORS, RADIATOR, ETC. WHEN I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC LAST WEEK (FRIDAY), HE SAID THERE IS A NUMBER OF ILLEGAL THINGS ON IT AND IT NEEDS 1500$ WORTH OF WORK TO MAKE IT SAFE. HE SAID IT WAS A LEMON AND I SHOULD CONTACT THE PERSON THAT SOLD IT TO ME, SO I DID, I BROUGHT HIM TO THE MECHANIC SO HE COULD HEAR EVERYTHING ILLEGAL AND UNSAFE AND BROKEN ABOUT IT. HE STATED IN FRONT OF THE MECHANICS THAT HE WOULD BE REFUNDING MY MONEY ON MONDAY (TODAY). WHEN I CALLED TODAY THEY TOLD ME TO BAD I'M NOT GETTING MY MONEY BACK. WE BOUGHT IT AS IS AND OH WELL. I HAVE A DETAILED LIST OF PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR FROM MY MECHANIC. *TR
2009-06-17
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-06-15
- VIN: 1MELM50U8SG
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: FUTURA 875 TIRES MADE BY BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE WITH TREAD SEPARATION ON ALL 4 TIRES. THESE TIRES SEEM NEVER TO HAVE EXISTED. THEY ARE NOT FUTURA 775 TIRES THEY ARE FUTURA 875 TIRES. THESE TIRES WERE PURCHASED JULY 2001 AT A TIME WHEN DANGEROUS TIRES WERE IN THE NEWS FOR ROLL OVER ACCIDENT'S KILLING PEOPLE. YET PEPBOYS NEVER NOTIFIED US THEY WERE DEFECTIVE. NOW THE TREAD SEPARATION ON ALL 4 TIRES IS VERY OBVIOUS AND THE TIRES MUST BE REPLACED. CLEARLY THERE ARE STILL DEFECTIVE DANGEROUS TIRES ON THE ROAD WAITING TO HARM A TRUSTING PUBLIC. WHY? *TR
2008-09-11
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-21
- VIN: 1MELM50U4SG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MERCURY SABLE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE RADIATOR FAN SHUTS OFF AND DOES NOT COME BACK ON. AS A RESULT, THE TEMPERATURE IN THE VEHICLE INCREASES. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND GAVE THE CONTACT THE RUNAROUND. THE CONTACT REFERENCED THREE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS 01I011000, 01V390000, AND 97V019000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN). THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN EXPIRED. SHE STATED THAT SHE NEVER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.
2008-03-06
SUSPENSION,TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-02-21
- Components: SUSPENSION,TIRES
- Summary: MY DAUGHTER HAD JUST DRIVEN ALL OVER THE STATE WITH HER STUDENT TEACHING ASSIGNMENT. SHE WAS GOING TO TEACH FOR THE DAY WHEN SHE HAD TIRE FAILURE. SHE HAD JUST LEFT FROM HER APARTMENT GOING 10 MPH AND ABOUT ONE MILE FROM HER PLACE. THE COIL SPRING BROKE JABBING INTO HER TIRE AND CAUSING A BLOW OUT. WE HAD TO HAVE THE CAR TOWED AND THE MECHANIC SAID THESE MECURIES AND FORD SABLES WERE GOOD FOR THIS KIND OD A PROBLEM. THEN I GOT ON LINE AND IT SAIS THAT ONE POINT BACK IN 95 THAT THESE KIND OF CARS HAD TO HAVE GUARDS TO PROTECT THE COILS FROM THE TIRES. I AM CONCERNED. *TR
2008-03-04
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- VIN: 1MELM5345SG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS ON A 1995 MERCURY SABLE. CONSUMER REPAIRED THE VEHICLE FOR RECALL PROBLEMS BEFORE A RECALL WAS RECEIVED AND WOULD LIKE REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE COST. *KB THE HEAD GASKETS, TIMING COVER GASKETS AND OIL PAN WERE REPLACED DUE TO THE VEHICLE OVERHEATING. *JB
2007-11-12
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AS THESE PEOPLE THAT HAVE ALL POSTED INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET. NOW I HAVE TAKE MY CAR INTO MULTIPLE PLACES TO HAVE THE PROBLEM RESOLVED, AND NOBODY SEEMS TO KNOW WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. I THINK SINCE SO MANY PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM THAT IT IS NOT OUR PROBLEM, BUT A PROBLEM THAT MERCURY AS A COMPANY NEEDS TO FIX. I AM HAVING AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH MY VAN NOT STARTING. IT IS A 1993 MERCURY VILLAGER. ON SATURDAY AFTER DRIVING IT FOR ABOUT 1 HOUR WITH MULTIPLE STOPS WHERE I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND WENT INTO A STORE, IT WOULD NOT START. WHEN I TURNED THE KEY EVERY SINGLE LIGHT CAME ON, SEAT BELT, CHECK ENGINE, IT SEEMED LIKE 7 OR 8 IN ALL. THERE WAS NOTHING. WE TRIED JUMPING IT, BUT THAT DID NOT DO ANYTHING. LATER THAT DAY SOMEONE TOLD ME IT SOUNDED TO HIM LIKE IT WASN'T IN PARK OR AT LEAST THE CAR DIDN'T THINK IT WAS IN PARK. I TRIED STARTING IT AGAIN AFTER DEPRESSING THE BRAKE, TURNING TO ON AND MOVING FROM PARK TO NEUTRAL THEN BACK TO PARK. IT STARTED UP JUST LIKE ALWAYS. I DROVE AROUND AND MADE 2 STOPS. THE FIRST TIME IT STARTED RIGHT BACK UP, THE SECOND TIME IT WOULDN'T START, BUT AFTER MOVING IT TO NEUTRAL AND BACK TO PARK IT STARTED RIGHT UP. AFTER A TOTAL DRIVING TIME OF ABOUT 35 - 40 MINUTES I ARRIVED HOME. ABOUT 20 MINUTES LATER I WENT OUT TO START THE CAR AND GOT NOTHING. THIS TIME THE NEUTRAL TO PARK TRICK DID NOT WORK. I TRIED NUMEROUS TIME OVER THE COURSE OF AN HOUR WITH NO LUCK. HAVE A 1997 VILLAGER WITH 130K ON IT. THE VAN HAS BEEN RUNNING FINE UNTIL TWO DAYS AGO. I WENT OUT TO START IT AND IT SPITS, SPUTTERS, BACKFIRES AND DIES. *TR
2007-06-30
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-06-29
- VIN: 1MELM50U4SG
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: UPON COMPLETING A TIRE CHECK OF MY VEHICLE, I NOTICED THE SIDEWALL OF MY GENERAL TIRE AMERI -G4S IS BULDGING OUT (ABOUT THE SIZE OF A GOLF BALL HEMISPHERE) AND THE RUBBER IS STARTING TO SEPARATE. *TR
2007-01-04
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-01-03
- VIN: 1MELM50UXSG
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHEN I TOOK MY 1995 MERCURY SABLE TO A MECHANIC FOR AN OIL CHANGE, HE NOTIFIED ME THAT BOTH REAR SPRINGS WERE BROKEN. HE SHOWED IT TO ME AND I SAW IT FOR MYSELF. FURTHERMORE, ONE SPRING HAD WORN A VISIBLE GROOVE IN THE RIGHT REAR TIRE. IT WAS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE MY CAR FURTHER AND IT MUST BE REPAIRED IMMEDIATELY AT A COST OF $700. THE REPAIR IS SCHEDULED FOR NEXT WEEK AND INCLUDES REAR STRUTS, REAR SPRINGS AND THE ASSOCIATED MOUNTING BRACKETS. MY MECHANIC SAYS THIS IS A DEFECT IN THE STEEL USED FOR THE SPRINGS AND IS A COMMON PROBLEM ON FORD PRODUCTS AND THEY FIX A LOT OF THEM. *JB
2006-07-31
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-31
- VIN: 1MELM50U0SA
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SLOWS DOWN AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE UNTIL THE VEHICLE STALLS TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE RUNS FINE AFTER IT IS RESTARTED. THE DEALERSHIP AND TWO INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOPS COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS NOTHING ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH PRIOR TO EACH INCIDENT. UPDATED 10/4/2006 -THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT TEH ABS LIGHT HAS ILLUMINATED TWICE, ONCE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING AND ONCE WHILE IT WAS NOT. *NM
2006-05-26
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-01
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1MELM5343SA
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: COMMENTS: I HAVE A 1995 MERCURY SABLE WITH 52,000 MILES ON IT. SOME YEARS AGO, FORD ISSUED A LETTER SAYING IT WOULD MAKE REPAIRS IF THE HEAD GASKET PREMATURELY BLEW ON THIS CAR AT UNDER 60,000 MILES OR WITHIN 5 YEARS. ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO, WITH NO WARNING, MY SABLE BLEW ITS HEAD GASKET IN MY GARAGE, AFTER I HAD TURNED OFF THE CAR AND GOTTEN OUT OF IT. IT WAS JUST A MIRACLE THAT I WAS STILL IN THE GARAGE WITH MY HUSBAND WHEN IT HAPPENED. NORMALLY, I WOULD HAVE GONE IN THE HOUSE AND SHUT THE DOOR. AT ANY RATE, I TURNED AROUND AND SMOKE WAS BILLOWING FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR. MY HUSBAND JUMPED IN THE CAR (I WOULDN'T HAVE DONE THAT) AND BACKED IT INTO OUR COURT. I RAN FOR THE PHONE AND CALLED 911. MY POINT IS, THAT EXCEPT FOR THE FLUKE OF MY BEING IN THE GARAGE AT THE TIME, MY HOUSE COULD HAVE GONE UP IN SMOKE! WHEN I CALLED THE LOCAL FORD DEALER, THEY REFERRED ME TO FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE. JOSH AT CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLD ME THAT THE "CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM" ON THIS CAR HAD EXPIRED AND THAT THERE ARE NO AVAILABLE COVERAGES. HE FURTHER STATED THAT I HAD NO RECOURSE TO ANYONE ELSE IN THE COMPANY BECAUSE FORD HAD "EMPOWERED" THE CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM TO ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS OF THIS TYPE. I THINK THAT IF MY HOUSE HAD BURNED DOWN, FORD CERTAINLY WOULD HAVE HAD SOME LIABILITY. THE COST TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE IS $2,000, NEARLY AS MUCH AS IT'S WORTH. IS THERE ANYTHING YOU CAN DO TO HELP ME WITH THIS PROBLEM? *NM
2006-05-14
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-04
- VIN: 1MELM534XSG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I JUST BOUGHT THE CAR UAED DROVE OFF THE HIGHWAY AND MY CAR STARTED SMOKING FROM THE HOOD, I ALSO GETTING A KNOCKING SOUND IN THE ENGINE DEPARTMENT, THE CAR HAS NO SAFETY FUTURE IN IT ,IF I WAS IN THE HIGHWAY DRIVING AND THIS CAR STARTED TO STOP, I WILL BE IN SERIOUS ACCIDENT, FORD NEED TO RECALL THE ENGINE AND REPLACE IT WITH ONE HIGH PERFORMANCE ONE, THAT LAST. *NM
2006-03-24
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-03-24
- VIN: 1MELM5046SA
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS MAKING A CLICKING SOUND. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DETERMINED THE SUB FRAME ON BOTH SIDES DISINTEGRATED AND NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED.
2005-12-23
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-12-07
- VIN: 1MELM55U3SG
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DT: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS NHTSA RECALL O CAMPAIGN 98V323000 CONCERNING THE STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS. HOWEVER, THE RECALL DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS AGAIN. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. *AK
2005-10-27
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-10-24
- VIN: 1MELM5349SG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: MOTOR REPLACED ON MY CAR , A 95 MERCURY SABLE, REPLACED AT 85,000 MILES AND JUST BLEW AGAIN I NOW HAVE 123,00 ON THE CAR AND JUST WANT TO EXPRESS MY GRATITUDE FOR YOU CHANGING MY MIND ON FUTURE PURCHASES OF FORD PRODUCTS. I WORK FOR A TEER 2 SUPPLIER OF COLOR CONC. TO GM AND HAVE ALWAYS PURCHASED FORD IN SPITE OF THE SAVINGS I RECEIVE THROUGH WORK. CAN YOU HELP ME OR NOT WITH MY EXPENSES FOR REPAIR OF ANOTHER MOTOR? *NM
2005-07-12
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-23
- VIN: 1MELM504XSG
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: RE: NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 98V323000* HELLO, FOMOCO LOCAL DEALER & CORPORATE CUSTOMER RELATIONS INSIST THERE IS NO SUCH RECALL AS NOTED ABOVE. AFTER SEVERAL PHONE CALLS AND VISITS IN THE LAST MONTH, I CALL CORPORATE. THERE TOO THEY INSISTED THERE WAS NO SUCH THING. I CALLED A SECOND TIME AND WAS FORWARDED UP THE LADDER, SAME RESULTS. THE NEXT WEEK I RECEIVED A QUESTIONARE WANTING TO KNOW OF MY SATISFACTION WITH MY RECENT INQUIRIES! IF YOU COULD BE OF ANY ASSISTANCE I WOULD BE DEEPLY INDEBTED. THANK YOU SINCERELY, [XXX] * WHAT INITIATED THIS WHOLE THING IS THAT MY CARE STARTED CLANKING AND A FEW OTHER THINGS. TOOK IT TO THE LES SCWAB DEALER. HE SAID MY FRAME MOUNTS WENT. MY LOCAL MECHANIC CONFIRMED IT. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2005-04-22
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-15
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1MELM5349SA
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SMOKE. THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, TO FIND THE FIRE HAD COMPLETELY GONE OUT. **JB
2005-03-31
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-31
- VIN: 1MELM50U8SG
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: MY 1995 MERC . SABLE .2 MONTHS AGO MY RIGHT FROM SPRING BROKE AND WENT THROUGH MY TIRE I WAS ABLE TO CONTROLE IT TILL WE STOPED BUT THE CAR WAS SO BAD IT NEEDED A TOW AND $375.00 TO FIX IT.I WAS TOLD IT WAS A DEFECTIVE SPRING AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED.AND THEY HAVE FIXED A LOT OF CARS LIKE MINE WITH BAD SPRINGS.THEN JUST TODAY THE LEFT FRONT SPRING BROKE AND AGAIN INTO THE TIRE IT WENT.THIS TIME IT COST $260.00 TO FIX IT.AND AGAIN I WAS TOLD IT WAS A DEFECTIVE SPRING FROM FACTORY.THIS WAS A DIFERENT AUTO REPAIR IN DIFFERENT STATE.HE ALSO SAID HE THOUGHT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THEM.I NEVER GOT A RECALL NOTICE FROM FORD DEAL IN HICKSVILL OHIO WHERE THE CAR WAS BOUGHT NEW??IS THERE A PROBELM WITH THE SPRINGS IF SO WHO OWES ME THE COST OF FIXING IT .
2004-12-16
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-01
- VIN: 1MELM50U4SA
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: RECALL CAMPAIGN; 97V019000 CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE IN REFERENCE TO CIRCUIT BREAKER. AFTER THE RECALL REPAIRS, THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED THE SIGNALS WERE NOT WORKING. *BF THE CONSUMER HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS. AFTER PICKING UP THE VEHICLE, THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED THAT THE DIRECTIONAL SIGNALS WERE NOT WORKING AND THE ENGINE STALLED OUT AT LOW SPEEDS AND AT STOP LIGHTS, CUTTING OUT THE POWER BRAKES AND THE POWER STEERING. *SC THE DEALER CLAIMED THE PROBLEMS WERE UNRELATED WITH THE RECALL. *JB
2004-10-27
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-01
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: SEVERAL UNEXPECTED EXPERIENCES WITH COOLING SYSTEM FAILURE. *BF RECALL NUMBERS; 97V019000, 01V390000, & 01I011000. *SC
1995 Mercury Sable recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 1995 Mercury Sable.
2001-12-21
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
- Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1995 TAURUS/SABLE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L AND 3.8L ENGINES AND 1995 FORD MUSTANG VEHICLES WITH 3.8L AND 5.0L ENGINES. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE ENGINE COOLING FAN BEARING TO SEIZE.
- Consequence: SHOULD THIS OCCUR, EXCESSIVE HEAT COULD BE GENERATED WHICH COULD MELT THE FAN MOTOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR. COMPONENTS INSIDE THE COOLING FAN MOTOR COULD IGNITE POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE COOLING FAN MOTOR ASSEMBLY AT NO CHARGE TO CONSUMERS. FORD IS EXTENDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY ON THE ENGINE COOLING FAN MOTOR TO A TOTAL OF 8 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES FROM THE WARRANTY START DATE, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. THIS COVERAGE IS AUTOMATICALLY TRANSFERRED TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS AT NO CHARGE. IF THE VEHICLE ALREADY HAS MORE THAN 100,000 MILES, THIS COVERAGE WILL LAST UNTIL JUNE 30, 2002. IF THE CONSUMER HAS PAID TO HAVE THIS SERVICE DONE BEFORE DECEMBER 2001, FORD IS OFFERING A REFUND. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332, CONCERNING THIS PROGRAM.
2001-12-21
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TAURUS/SABLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L AND 3.8L ENGINES AND MUSTANG VEHICLES WITH 3.8L AND 5.0L ENGINES. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE ENGINE COOLING FAN BEARING TO SEIZE.
- Consequence: SHOULD THIS OCCUR, EXCESSIVE HEAT COULD BE GENERATED WHICH COULD MELT THE FAN MOTOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR. COMPONENTS INSIDE THE COOLING FAN MOTOR COULD IGNITE POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ENGINE COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY AND INSTALL A CIRCUIT BREAKER. IF THE COOLING FAN IS INOPERATIVE, THE FAN AND MOTOR ASSEMBLY WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
1998-12-16
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGNIA, AND WISCONSIN. THE REAR LOWER SUBFRAME MOUNT PLATE NUT CAN EXPERIENCE STRESS CORROSION CRACKING IF SUBJECTED TO LONG TERM EXPOSURE TO ROAD SALTS. THIS CAN RESULT IN FRACTURE AND LOSS OF THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE SUBFRAME MOUNT ATTACHMENT. DETACHMENT OF THE BODY MOUNTS AT THE REAR CORNERS OF THE SUBFRAME, WHICH SUPPORTS THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION, ALLOWS THE REAR CORNERS OF THE SUBFRAME TO DROP.
- Consequence: IF BOTH REAR CORNERS DROP, STEERING WOULD BECOME SUDDENLY VERY DIFFICULT, AFFECTING VEHICLE CONTROL AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL SUBFRAME REAR MOUNT BOLTS, REINFORCEMENT PLATES, AND PLATE NUTS.
1997-02-26
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.8L ENGINES AND ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, COLORADO, IOWA, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KANSAS, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, MONTANA, NORTH DAKOTA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING. WATER CAN ACCUMULATE WITHIN THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE CONDUIT. IF ENOUGH WATER ACCUMULATES, IT COULD FREEZE WITHIN A LOW AREA OF THE CABLE ROUTING WHEN EXPOSED TO A LONG TERM COLD SOAK AT TEMPERATURES AT LEAST SEVERAL DEGREES BELOW FREEZING.
- Consequence: DRIVER CONTROL OF VEHICLE SPEED USING THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM OR THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM WOULD BE DIMINISHED INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD A BOOT TO THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE.
1997-02-25
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
- Summary: THESE VEHICLES ARE ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALASKA, IOWA, MINNESOTA, NEBRASKA, NORTH DAKOTA, AND SOUTH DAKOTA. THE VEHICLES INVOLVED ARE 1992-1994 TEMPO/TOPAZ VEHICLES WITH 3.0L ENGINES; 1994 TEMPO/TOPAZ WITH 2.3L ENGINES; 1992-1995 TAURUS/SABLE WITH 3.8L ENGINES; 1994-1995 TAURUS/SABLE WITH 3.0L ENGINES AND 1992-1994 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL VEHICLES WITH 3.8L ENGINES. DURING HIGH WINDS, HEAVY, BLOWING AND DRIFTING SNOW, AND LOW TEMPERATURES, THE ENGINE COOLING FAN CAN BECOME BLOCKED OR FROZEN WITH SNOW. THE FAN MOTOR MAY NOT ROTATE AND COULD OVERHEAT.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE SMOKE OR FLAMES FROM THE FAN AND/OR SHROUD, THE FAN ELECTRICAL WIRING, OR THE FAN MOTOR RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ELECTRICAL JUMPER HARNESS CONTAINING AN AUTOMATIC RESETTING CIRCUIT BREAKER TO PROTECT THE FAN MOTOR LOW SPEED CIRCUITRY FROM OVERHEATING.
1994-10-11
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Summary: THE RETAINER CLIP WHICH HOLDS THE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD TO THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM IS MISSING OR NOT COMPLETELY INSTALLED. THE PUSH ROD CAN SEPARATE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM.
- Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL THE RETAINER CLIP.
Negative 1995 Mercury Sable car reviews
Positive 1995 Mercury Sable car reviews
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I hope you're doing well! I noticed that you recently purchased a car with less than 80k miles after 10 years. It's great to hear that the car is still easy to maneuver despite its weight. Additionally, it's comfortable on long trips and has been very reliable, with the exception of some transmission problems at 75k miles. If you need a transmission, I would suggest going with a reliable company instead of the dealership, which can be more expensive. Overall, it sounds like you have a great car that has served you well!
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Hey there! I just wanted to share my experience with you. I bought this amazing car from a small used car lot for only 3000 dollars! The outside is flawless and it has the most unique mermaid green paint that you can recognize from miles away. It only had 50,000 miles on it, so I just had to buy it for the low mileage. And let me tell you, it turned out to be the best car I've ever owned! It's so reliable and comfortable on trips, and the gas mileage is excellent. My friends love the back seat, especially when we have all the kids on board. I even replaced the radio and sway bars, and it's still running like a dream. I just fell in love with it! What a bargain, right?
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This car was the first car I have ever owned. My great grandma bought it used, previously being a rental car in '96. When she gave it to me in 2007, it had 75k miles on it and no problems. After getting it, I have only had to do mainly maintenance items on it such as tires and fluid changes. The build of the car makes it easy to replace anything in the car and the parts tend to be cheap and affordable. A few months ago, I was in an accident where my poor car was totaled, but she is still a trooper and I still drive her. I highly recommend this car as it is highly dependable for its age. I am about to give the car to my sister as her first car and I hope that it will still be as dependable as it was for me.
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After 7 years and some 120000 miles, my '95 Sable is still running smoothly and dependably, requiring no more maintenance than my former foreign cars. It's impressive how the previous improvements made in 1995 have paid off in terms of performance, reliability, and efficiency, which compare favorably with foreign cars. I must say that the value and durability of this car have far exceeded my expectations.
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Your scale is loaded and it is very dependable. It has everything standard.
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Geo Herzog 2024-08-18
This car has proven to be unreliable and has required significant repairs, including a new transmission, radiator, alternator, brakes, and numerous belts. Despite its roomy interior, I cannot recommend purchasing this car due to its ongoing issues. My personal experience with this car, as well as my family's experiences with similar models, has been consistently negative. I strongly advise against investing in this vehicle.
Ahmed Considine 2024-08-06
When this car was first purchased, it only had 30k miles on it. Unfortunately, within the first month, the car experienced some issues with its engine and transmission. Additionally, the center mirror fell off the windshield, and a couple of months later, the side mirror fell off as well, without any apparent reason. This car also struggles with driving up hills, and it can't go over 15 mph even when the gas pedal is pressed hard. I have had the exact same problems as 'the_amazing_al' who posted on 06/09/2003. The speedometer goes bouncy around 70 mph, and there are a lot of leaks everywhere. I even had to put in a brand new starter motor. Unfortunately, this car has been nothing but problems...
Benny Steuber 2024-07-28
I bought this car used with low miles and I'm really happy with it so far. The V-6 is very powerful and this car really runs well. It's built pretty well too. My only complaint is the gas mileage, which was a real eye-opener to me after driving an economy car for so long. Other than that, I love it. I heard that the 1995 model is the last year they made them good like this.
Tyreek Batz 2024-07-28
My experience with this car would have been much better if it hadn't had so many vital systems fail, some of them more than once. It's disappointing to have a car with less than 100K miles that has had issues with head gaskets, radiator, power steering rack, lower motor mount, various intake parts, multiple brake jobs, etc. However, I believe that there are better options out there, such as a Honda. Thank you for considering my feedback.
Ulices McKenzie 2024-06-12
I bought the car for $250 from a friend. They sold it to me cheap because the transmission needs to be rebuilt and it revs high going into 3rd gear. Unfortunately, the speedometer is also very bouncy. Right now, the car is not running due to a bad starter, but once it is replaced, it should be back in working condition. Despite these issues, the car has lots of room and is very comfortable. Overall, not a bad car for $250!