Suspension Related Problems of the 1996 Mercury Sable

Table 1 shows eight common suspension related problems of the 1996 Mercury Sable. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension lower ball joint (two problems).


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1996 Mercury Sable

The Suspension problem

The contact owns a 1996 Mercury Sable. While driving at various speeds, a squeaking noise was heard under the vehicle, especially when slowing down, making turns, and reversing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cradle and subframe bushing were   Read details...

The Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

While driving engine collapsed due to rusting. This caused the frame to break. Also, when the engine collapsed the ball joints broke, causing the tires to disengage from the vehicle.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Upper Ball Joint problem

While driving engine collapsed due to rusting. This caused the frame to break. Also, when the engine collapsed the ball joints broke, causing the tires to disengage from the vehicle.   Read details...


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