Two problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 1996 Mercury Sable. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The consumer experienced engine trouble. The consumer then opened the hood and saw flames. The consumer first noticed there was a problem when the vehicle sputtered. Upon stopping he noticed smoke coming out of the front end. The consumer put the flames out with a soda.
I have had this car for one year and one half. I bought it from ray hudson Chevrolet in la crosse ,wis. I had the car two weeks and the transmission had to be replaced. Two weeks after the front and back brakes had to be replaced. This was at the dealers exspense. I had to have a wheel bearing replaced and now after a year and 1/2 I have to replace the whole motor.