Table 1 shows six common electrical system related problems of the 1999 Mercury Sable. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuses and circuit breaker (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Fuses And Circuit Breaker problems | |
| Starter problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems | |
| Dash Wiring problems | |
| Ignition problems |
The check engine light came on. The car started smoking from under the hood. Then the smoke started coming inside the car from the dashboard. After that the car caught fire under the hood and the car was on fire. Almost everything under the hood burned up. The car is not drivable. Read details...
Exhibiting multiple electrical concerns such as clock radio resets itself to 12:00. Heat comes on by itself. The air conditioner will not work. Traced concern to open inpower feed circuit to under dash fuse panel. Repaired loose connection. Read details...
Consumer went to start vehicle and heard a clicking noise coming from underneath vehicle, and there was no power/ lights or electric power. Consumer had vehicle towed to an auto shop, and mechanic told him that starter failed and was replaced. Read details...