2002 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 2002 Mercury Sable problems
The 2002 Mercury Sable, a midsize sedan, is known for its smooth ride, spacious interior, and good fuel efficiency. However, like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues by Sable owners:
- Oil Smell: A burning oil smell inside the car, especially when driving at high speeds, is another common issue. This could be due to a variety of factors, such as worn-out piston rings, a leaking valve cover gasket, or a problem with the PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) system. If there is no visible oil leak and the car is not burning oil, the problem may be with the PCV system, which needs to be inspected and possibly replaced.
- Transmission Problems: The 4th generation Sable (2000-2005) has been criticized for its transmission problems, which rank it 25th out of 28 generations in terms of reliability. The most common complaints include transmission failure, broken springs, and bad torque converters. These issues can be expensive to repair, and may require a complete transmission replacement.
- Door Panel Fabric Pulled Free from Molding: Some owners have reported that the door panel fabric has pulled free from the molding, particularly on the driver's side. This can be caused by wear and tear, or by a manufacturing defect. While not a major safety issue, it can be unsightly and may require the replacement of the door panel.
- Fuel System/Emissions Problems: Owners have reported problems with the fuel system and emissions components, such as sensors and emission-control devices. These issues can affect the car's performance and fuel efficiency, and may require expensive repairs. It's important to keep up with regular maintenance and inspections to prevent these problems from occurring.
- Reliability: While the 2002 Mercury Sable has been criticized for its transmission problems, it has been praised for its overall reliability. Consumer Reports ranks the Sable above average in reliability, with few major problems reported.
In summary, the 2002 Mercury Sable has some common problems, such as engine surges, oil smells, transmission issues, and fuel system/emissions problems. However, the car has also been praised for its reliability and spacious interior. If you're considering purchasing a Sable, it's important to do your research and be aware of these potential issues. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent many of these problems from occurring, and can help ensure that your Sable provides you with years of trouble-free driving.
What years of Mercury Sable to avoid?
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Are Mercury Sables good cars?
Overall Mercury Sable is a great vehicle. Very comfortable, powerful, and drives smoothly. Relatively, fuel efficient.
How many miles per gallon does a 2002 Mercury Sable get?
Based on data from 43 vehicles, 3,234 fuel-ups and 840,232 miles of driving, the 2002 Mercury Sable gets a combined Avg MPG of 22.36 with a 0.17 MPG margin of error.
How much does a 2002 Mercury Sable cost?
Prices for a used 2002 Mercury Sable currently range from $2,495 to $5,250, with vehicle mileage ranging from 69,886 to 180,718. Find used 2002 Mercury Sable inventory at a TrueCar Certified Dealership near you by entering your zip code and seeing the best matches in your area.
Is a 2002 Mercury Sable a good car?
The Sable has earned a good reputation for safety, thanks to its solid performances in crash testing. Mercury builds on that rep with an Advanced Restraints System (ARS). This system adapts airbag deployment depending upon impact severity, safety-belt usage and driver-seat position.
What years of Mercury Sable to avoid?
Years to Avoid
- 2003. ...
- 2000. ...
- 2002. ...
- 2005. ...
- 2001.
- 2004.
How much does a 2002 Mercury Sable cost?
Prices for a used 2002 Mercury Sable currently range from $2,495 to $5,250, with vehicle mileage ranging from 69,886 to 180,718. Find used 2002 Mercury Sable inventory at a TrueCar Certified Dealership near you by entering your zip code and seeing the best matches in your area.
Does a 2002 Mercury Sable have abs?
Anti-lock brakes are a no-cost option on all Sables.
2002 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:
- Suspension problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Power train problems
- Visibility problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2002 Mercury Sable vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2002 Mercury Sable
The NHTSA has received 457 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2002 Mercury Sable. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2002 Mercury Sable vehicles.
2022-10-04
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-02
- VIN: 1mehm59s52g
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 10/2/2022 was on I 94 east bound lost momentum rpms jump to 6k then lost all gears in transmission car has 88639 miles on it hardly driven changed trans fluid hoping to get trans working again and still won't move in any gear had to wait 4 hours on freeway for a tow just to get it off the freeway had to fight with AAA for the 4 hours to get it towed now in my driveway and still won't move at all
2022-09-30
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-01
- VIN: 1MEHM55S62G
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2002 Mercury Sable. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light and transmission symbol remained illuminated. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would not properly accelerate. The contact stated that the vehicle shuddered and stalled occasionally. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was unknown.
2021-10-25
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-10
- VIN: 1MEFM50U72A
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The contact owns a 2002 Mercury Sable. The contact stated while attempting to shift the vehicle out of park, the gear shifter failed to move out park. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken into a local mechanic where it was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V106000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
2020-09-25
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-24
- VIN: 1MEFM55S42A
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCURY SABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE EXPLODED. THE SUSPENSION COIL SPRING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRACTURED AND SLASHED THE TIRE CAUSING THE TIRE TO EXPLODE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUSPENSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 37,500.
2018-06-21
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-08
- Fire: 1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CAR FIRE DUE TO RECALLED FUSES HAD THIS CAR FOR 5 YEARS AND HAD NO ISSUES
2018-06-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-01-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS RELAY SODDARD INTO BACKSIDE OF FUSE PANEL (GEM) WAS BAD LOCATION FOR A PERSON WITH NO EXPERIENCE TO FIX OR LOCATE MOST PEOPLE NEVER GOT IT FIXED BECAUSE OF NO EXPERIENCE AND AMOUNT OF MONEY TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL MECHANIC TO FIX. I UNDERSTAND THERE WAS A FEW PEOPLE DID GET IT FIXED THROUGH A RECALL BUT I DIDN'T AND I NEVER GOT A RECALL FOR THIS IN THE MAIL. I WOULD LIKE FORD MOTOR COMPANY FIX THIS BECAUSE I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED OF THIS PROBLEM. MY CAR HAS HAD THIS PROBLEM FOR ABOUT 12 YEARS.
2017-05-22
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-21
- VIN: 1MEFM59S12G
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: DRIVING(IN MOTION) ON BUSY ROAD(CITY STREET) NEAR HOME, ACCELERATED TO 45MPH, TRIED TO SLOW DOWN FOR LIGHT, REMOVED FOOT OFF GAS AND CAR DID NOT SLOW. HAD TO SLAM ON BRAKES IN ORDER TO AVOID CAR STOPPED AT LIGHT. TOOK ALL MY STRENGTH ON BRAKE TO KEEP CAR STOPPED. PUT IN NEUTRAL, NO CHANGE. PUT IN PARK NO CHANGE,STILL 4000 RPMS. WANTED TO GET VEHICLE HOME SO I PUT ON FLASHERS DROVE HOME WHILE APPLYING BRAKES.I WAS SCARED TO DEATH. SHOULD HAVE PULLED OVER AND TURNED CAR OFF BUT WANTED TO GET IT HOME SO I COULD AVOID A TOW. I AM PRETTY HANDY AND AM DOING RESEARCH IN ORDER TO FIX MYSELF.POPPED THE HOOD AT HOME AND IMMEDIATELY SAW THAT THE CABLE GOING TO THE THROTTLE BODY WAS BROKEN AND HUNG UP ON A CLIP ON THE LINKAGE COVER. IMAGE IS OF ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM.
2017-04-30
STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-24
- VIN: 1MEFM50U52A
- Components: STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary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
2017-02-07
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-06
- VIN: 1MEHM59S32A
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: ON 2/6/2017 MY 2002 MERCURY SABLE WAGON WITH 63512 MILES ON IT THE FRONT SPRING BROKE TORE THE INSIDE OF TIRE APART NOT SURE WHAT ELSE WAS DAMAGED AT THIS POINT . MY CAR BEING IN VERY GOOD CONDITION NOT YOUR TYPICAL N.Y RUST NOT A ISSUE THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS DESIGN DEFECT.
2017-01-25
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-22
- VIN: 1MEHM55S12G
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCURY SABLE. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD NOT MOVE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. UPON INSPECTION, THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS FRACTURED AND DETACHED, DAMAGING THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V332000 (SUSPENSION), BUT THE VIN WAS EXCLUDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 58,000.
2016-12-29
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-23
- VIN: 1MEFM55S82A
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: MILES 70,290 (ACC) I WAS DRIVING OB THE HIGHWAY , TO AVOID A CRASH I HAD TO STOP QUICKLY. ALL INDICATOR LAMPS CAME ON BUT THE CAR DID NOT SHUT OFF. SMALL CLOUDS OF SMOKE FROM EXHAUST (WHITE-GREY). IT WAS PARKED FOR 2 DAYS , START UP WAS FINE DRIVING WAS FINE ALSO. ONCE AGAIN A( LEAD FOOT) DRIVER CUT ME AND ANOTHER CAR OFF. SAME THING AVOIDING A CRASH SLAMMING ON MY BREAK. AGAIN ALL INDICATOR LIGHTS ON BUT THE CUT SHUTS OFF COMPLETELY. TURN IT BACK ON ITS WAS HESITATION SMOKE AND SHAKING. AND MORE. A TSB WAS ISSUED FOR A PART/PIECE THAT WILL CAUSE PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TR
2016-11-17
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-17
- VIN: 1MEFM55SX2A
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I HAVE JUST FOUND OUT FROM MY MECHANIC THAT THE TRANSMISSION, AX4N, THAT IS IN MY MERCURY, HAVE SUDDEN AND IMMEDIATE FAILURES DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE TORQUE CONVERTER. WHEN I CALLED SEVERAL LOCAL TRANSMISSION SHOPS, THEY ARE ALL AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM. COST TO FIX, APPROXIMATELY $1800 FOR A NEW TORQUE CONVERTER. WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING THE CAR IT WILL ACT LIKE YOU SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, BUT THE CAR WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. YOU IMMEDIATELY HAVE TO FIND A PLACE TO PULL OVER TO. THIS CAN BE QUITE HAZARDOUS IF YOU ARE ON THE EXPRESSWAY. THERE IS NO PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE YOU CAN DO TO PREVENT THIS PROBLEM. THIS IS A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT HAS APPROXIMATELY TWO INCHES OF MAIL SPLINE. THE FEMALE COUNTERPART WHICH IS IN THE TORQUE CONVERTER IS APPROXIMATELY ONE EIGHTH OF AN INCH IN THICKNESS. THE HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT WILL STRIP THE TEETH ON THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO BECOME INOPERABLE. WHAT IS FRUSTRATING IS THAT YOU WILL HAVE NO WARNING WHEN THIS WILL HAPPEN. AND YOU DO NOT HAVE ANY WARNING OF AN IMPENDING PROBLEM. YOU ARE NOW LOOKING AT A $1800, FOR A REPLACEMENT TORQUE CONVERTER. THE REBUILD COMPANY THAT SELLS REBUILT TORQUE CONVERTERS REPLACES THE 1/8 INCH FEMALE SPLINE,THAT HAS STRIPPED, IN THE TORQUE CONVERTER WITH A NEW 1/4 INCH THICK FEMALE SPLINE IN THE TORQUE CONVERTER. IT CERTAINLY SEEMS THAT FORD WAS NEGLIGENT WHEN ASSEMBLING THIS TRANSMISSION. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. MY CAR CAN LOOSE POWER AT ANY TIME. WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC OR ON THE ROAD WHILE TRAVELING ON THE EXPRESSWAY. I NOW HAVE TO DRIVE THIS CAR AND BE PARANOID WHILE ON THE ROAD. THERE IS NOTHING I CAN DO TO PREVENT THIS PROBLEM. I WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE THE TORQUE CONVERTER FOR PEACE OF MIND WHILE DRIVING THIS CAR. IT ONLY HAS 69,000 MILES ON IT. FORD SAID MY CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY. SINCERELY [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2016-07-29
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-25
- VIN: IMEFM50U12G
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION FROZE UP BREAKING THE AXLE RIGHT OFF AS I PULLED OUT OF A DRIVE WAY ONTO THE STREET WITH ON COMING TRAFFIC.
2016-07-16
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-14
- VIN: 1MEFM58U42G
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WAS PULLING INTO PARKING LOT BRAKES WENT OUT TOTALLY NO WARNING STOPPED BY EMERGENCY BRAKE HAVE NO BRAKES AT ALL TURNING AFTER 45 MPH THEN TO A STOPLIGH INTOTHE CITY'S RESTURANT
2016-07-12
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-29
- VIN: 1MEFM55S12A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCURY SABLE. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AT 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE RAPIDLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE OF HOW THE VEHICLE STOPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT PERFORMED A TEMPORARY REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 300,000.
2016-06-29
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-19
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1MEFM55S62G
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCURY SABLE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, IT EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE JUMPED A CURB AND STRUCK A METAL TABLE OUTSIDE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP EVEN WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES DID NOT FEEL AS THOUGH THEY WERE FULLY OPERATIONAL. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUFFERED MINOR INJURIES TO THE KNEE, BACK, AND NECK, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION AND PHYSICAL THERAPY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 85,000.
2016-06-20
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-10
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: CAR DOES NOT SLOW DOWN WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS RELEASED.
2016-06-08
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-06
- VIN: 1MEFM55S72A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCURY SABLE. WHEN THE IGNITION WAS TURNED TO THE ON POSITION, THE VEHICLE REVVED TO 4,000 RPMS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE ACCELERATOR CABLE ATTACHED TO A CLIP WAS STUCK IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 102,000.
2016-04-27
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-27
- VIN: 1MEFM55S62A
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: IT HAS A VERY HIGH SMELL OF GAS WHEN DRIVING CAR AND WHEN YOU STOP ALL YOU SMELL IS GAS
2016-04-18
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-15
- VIN: 1MEFM55S62A
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT EXPLANATION OR WARNING. BRAKES WERE NOT ABLE TO SLOW THE VEHICLE TO A CONTROLLABLE LEVEL. BRAKES OVERHEATED FROM CONSTANT APPLICATION. THE CAR PLOWED OVER A PARKING BARRIER AND THROUGH THE GRASS BEFORE RUNNING A STOP SIGN AND STOP LIGHT. ONLY WAY TO STOP THE CAR WAS TO THROW IT INTO PARK WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO REV AND SMOKE. GIVEN THE LEVEL OF TRAFFIC AND TIME OF DAY, THE PROBABILITY OF AN ACCIDENT (POSSIBLY FATAL) WAS EXTREMELY HIGH. CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE REPAIR GARAGE BUT WE DO NOT HAVE THE DOCUMENTATION ON CAUSE OF PROBLEM YET. CONTACTED MANUFACTURER REGARDING COVERING COST OF REPAIR AND THEY REFUSED INDICATING THIS SPECIFIC CAR IS NOT ON RECALL LIST, ALTHOUGH THERE ARE SEVERAL DOCUMENTED CASES OF THIS EXACT PROBLEM ON THE SAME MAKE, MODEL & YEAR.
2016-02-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-12
- VIN: 1MEFM50UX2G
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MY CAR HAS BEEN A TERRIBLE LIABILITY SINCE DAY ONE,I AM AHNDICAPPED AND ON A PERMANENT BUDGET,,I NEED TO GET THIS LOOKED AT AND MY CAR TAKEN CARE OF SOON,IM SCARED I MAY SOON END UP ON FOOT IF THESE HORRID ISSUES RNT RECTIFIED,,I BOUGHT MY CAR FROM FIRST CLASS CARS IN SALT LAKE CITY UTAH,,IVE ASKED 4 TIMES TO GET IT TRADED IN,,MUCH TO MY SHOCK THEY WOULDNT EVEN TALK TO ME,,PLEASE HELP ME!MY CAR REVES AT TIMES THEN WHILE SITTING STIL IT WIL TRY TO DRIVE WITHOUT ME PUSHING THE EXCELIRATOR,,IM SCARED IT GONNA LEAP OUT AMY HANDS SOON,,IM TERIRFIED OF IT!!
2015-12-08
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-02
- VIN: 1MEFM55S52A
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: OUR 2002 SABLE WAS BROUGHT IN FOR AN EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE ISSUE. WHILE WORKING ON THE REAR BRAKES, THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT A REAR SUSPENSION SPRING WAS BROKEN. HE SAID WE WERE VERY LUCKY IT DID NOT RUPTURE THE TIRE. WE HAD BOTH REAR SPRINGS REPLACED, BECAUSE WE DID NOT KNOW WHAT CAUSED IT TO BREAK. AFTER THAT WORK WAS DONE THE CAR NEEDED TO BE ALIGNED, AND THAT IS WHEN THEY NOTICED THAT A FRONT SUSPENSION SPRING WAS EVEN MORE SEVERELY BROKEN THAT IS WHEN WE SEARCHED FOR POSSIBLE BULLETINS OR RECALLS. THERE WERE MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT 2002 SABLE SPRING BREAKAGE, AND SOME ACTUALLY RUPTURING TIRES. THERE IN FACT WAS A RECALL ISSUED FOR 2001 MERCURY SABLES WITH SPRING BREAKAGE PROBLEMS, BUT NOT FOR 2002S. WE KNOW IN FACT THAT THE SAME PART IS USED ON 2001 AND 2002S. SO, FOR SAFETY REASONS WE HAD NO CHOICE BUT TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT SPRINGS. WE FEEL THAT THIS IS A SEVERE SAFETY ISSUE. WE WERE LUCKY THAT THE SPRINGS DID NOT BREAK AND RUPTURE TIRES WHEN WE WERE DRIVING AT A HIGH SPEED. WE BELIEVE THAT A BULLETIN SHOULD BE ISSUED TO NOTIFY OWNERS OF THIS SAFETY ISSUE, AND THAT REPAIRS SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER A RECALL. WE PUT OUT SOME $1200 TO REMEDY THE ISSUE. DO WE HAVE ANY CHANCE OF COMPENSATION FOR OUR EXPENSES? I DID CALL FORD AND MADE A COMPLAINT, AND HAVE BEEN ASSIGNED A CASE NUMBER #[XXX]. THANK YOU FOR ANY ASSISTANCE YOU CAN PROVIDE. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2015-12-07
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-04
- VIN: 1MEFM55S72G
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCURY SABLE. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V106000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102,000.
2015-11-16
SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-16
- VIN: 1MEFM55S52G
- Components: SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,WHEELS
- Summary: APPROXIMATELY 39,000 MILES. NO RUST CAR. RUBBING NOISE AND ALL TIRES WITH HISTORY OF LOSING AIR. WHILE REPLACING ALL TIRES, WHEEL TECH NOTICED RIGHT REAR COIL SPRING WAS FRACTURED AND COMPLETELY WORE OFF INTERIOR TIRE RIDGE. PLACED DOUGHNUT TIRE ON AND ADVISED I TAKE TO MECHANIC TO HAVE ALL SPRINGS FULLY CHECKED. CAR CURRENTLYAT MECHANIC SHOP THIS EVENING. RIGHT REAR COIL SPRING DEFINITELY FRACTURED. SEEMS MANY REPORTS OF SAME NATURE ON THIS MODEL. WHY NO RECALL ON REAR COIL SPRINGS WITH SO MANY COMPLAINTS? RUBBING SOUND FROM BENEATH CAR HAS BEEN NOTED AND TIRES CONSTANTLY NEEDED AIR. OTHER ISSUE(S): 1) IGNITION EXTREMELY HARD TO TURN.2) ACCELERATOR SEEMS TO STICK UPON ATTEMPTING TO DECELERATE BY LETTING UP FOOT PRESSURE. I INHERITED THIS CAR FROM MY DECEASED FATHER. I WAS ALWAYS CONCERNED THAT HE ACCELERATED TOO QUICKLY FROM A STOPPED POSITION. FATHER TOOK DOWN A LARGE CONCRETE PLANTER DUE TO THIS TYPE OF CAR JERKING, YET I THOUGHT IT WAS DUE TO HIS PUTTING TOO MUCH PRESSURE UPON THE ACCELERATOR. NOW THAT I AM DRIVING THE CAR, I NOTE THAT CAR DOES NOT SLOW WHEN I LET UP ON THE ACCELERATOR, LEADING ME TO BELIEVE THAT THE ACCIDENT WAS NOT DUE TO FATHER'S DRIVING. THIS WAS NEVER A PROBLEM WITH HIS FORMER CAR. 3) DRIVER'S DOOR MAKES LOUD CLUNK UPON OPENING AND CLOSING. ARE THESE KNOWN PROBLEMS?
2015-09-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-21
- VIN: 1MEFM50U12G
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCURY SABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND CAUSED THE BATTERY TO DRAIN. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS DIMMED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 168,000.
2002 Mercury Sable recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2002 Mercury Sable.
2016-04-01
- Manufacturer: Robert Bosch LLC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
- Summary: Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, 1995-1999 Ford Taurus SHO, 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, and 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII vehicles. The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.
- Consequence: A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.
2004-03-02
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ARE BEING RECALLED TO CORRECT A PROBLEM WITH A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING. THIS MALFUNCTIONING COULD RENDER THE STOP LAMPS INOPERABLE OR CAUSE THEM TO STAY ON ALL THE TIME. THIS COULD CAUSE CONFUSION TO A FOLLOWING DRIVER, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
- Consequence: IN ADDITION, IF THE SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING FAIL IN THE OPEN POSITION, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ACTUATE AND THE DRIVER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE OUT OF "PARK" IF THEY FAIL IN THE CLOSED POSITION, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL REMAIN ON, WHICH WILL NOT ALLOW THE SPEED CONTROL TO BE ACTIVATED. THIS COULD ALSO CAUSE THE BATTERY TO DISCHARGE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH AND ASSOCIATED WIRING ASSEMBLY AND INSTALL A NEWLY DESIGNED STOP LAMP SWITCH AND WIRE ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON APRIL 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2003-03-10
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, "WINDSHIELD MOUNTING." THE WINDSHIELDS MAY POTENTIALLY EXHIBIT INCREASED WIND NOISE, WATER LEAKAGE, AND SQUEAKS AND RATTLES.
- Consequence: POTENTIAL LOSS OF WINDSHIELD RETENTION MAY ALSO REDUCE OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE WINDSHIELDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2003. 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/MERCURY AT 1-800-392-3673.
2002-10-02
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ADJUSTABLE PADELS ARE BEING RECALLED IN ORDER TO ADJUST THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS TO A MINIMUM OF 50 MM OF LATERAL SEPARATION. SIMULTANEOUS APPLICATION OF BOTH THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS COULD RESULT IN AN INCREASE IN ENGINE RPM.
- Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A CUSTOMER EXPERIENCING AN "UNINTENDED VEHICLE SPEED INCREASE" OR A PERCEIVED "UNABLE TO STOP" CONDITION.
- Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED AS TO THE PROPER WAY TO SET THE POSITION OF THE PEDALS AND TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO A DEALER TO HAVE THE SPACING BETWEEN THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS MEASURED. IF THE SPACING IS FOUND TO BE LESS THAN 50 MM, THE DEALER WILL ADJUST THE PEDALS TO INCREASE THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THEM TO GREATER THAN 50 MM. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
Negative 2002 Mercury Sable car reviews
Positive 2002 Mercury Sable car reviews
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This car has been an absolute beast! As a teenager, I used and abused her, but she has survived it all and is still running smoothly. Despite only receiving basic oil changes every 5000 miles, she has never let me down. Admittedly, she has a few war stains and may be wholesaled when I decide to trade her in, but that will be a sentimental day. Ironically, when I first saw this car, I was horrified that my parents had chosen something so hideous! However, she has been super reliable and has never left me stranded on the side of the road. I have only had to replace the battery, starter, and tires once each (oops!). Overall, she is a fuel-efficient, safe, and low-key car that has never given me any problems. Take care of her, and she will take care of you!
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I'm so glad I found this car at a local dealer who had bought it back from Hertz. It only had 17,925 miles on it and I got it for a great price of $11k. I took it to Illinois for my brother-in-law's wedding that same week and it performed really well with 4 adults and a 'flower girl'. The Vulcan V6 engine was impressive and the handling was tight, making for a smoother ride than my 2002 Ford Taurus. I also really love the two-tone interior, it's very pleasant.
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Good all around car, great bang for the buck! I bought it 2 years ago with 20k miles for 10k. I've only had to replace the wiper motor and the battery. When it's time to replace the tires, I recommend going with the best tires you can afford - it will make a world of difference.
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This has been a great car to own so far. Absolutely no problems whatsoever. Comfortable, quiet, and good acceleration.
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Compared to our former Toyota Camry, we found that the Mercury Sable is even more comfortable to drive. Plus, it's a real energy saver - we recorded about 21mpg in the city and 27-28mpg on the highway!
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Hey there! I just wanted to share with you that this is the first car I ever owned and I bought it as a used rental back in late 2002. I've had it ever since and it's been such a great car! I've only had to deal with minor wear and tear issues, but nothing major. Recently, I had to replace the thermostat and the inner tie rods, but now the car drives like a dream. It's not the fastest car on the block, but it's definitely decent for a sedan. Plus, it gets amazing gas mileage! Since I mostly do highway driving, I usually get around 24-26 mpg. Thanks for listening!