Three problems related to turn signal switch have been reported for the 1999 Mercury Sable. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Wiper intermittently coming on by itself. Multi-function switch had to be replaced.
Problems with abs. The vehicle was in two accidents due to the inability to control the vehicle during normal driving conditions, where the abs did not work. The vehicle was in for repair 7 times. The following are repairs and or problems the vehicle experienced: torque converter replaced after transmission fluid was found low, exhaust leak fixed, washer fluid would spray when the turn signal and lights were on, shaking when the brakes were applied/resurfaced rotors, trunk leaked water, replaced multi-function switch to fix washer fluid problem, abs not working when there was a panic stop, left and right spindle assembly was replaced, front end rotors were replaced again, wheel alignment, the abs did not engage and caused an accident, and replaced left side outer tie rod end.
While making a left turn with turn signal and windshield wipers on, windshield wiper fluid would automatically come out. Visiblity would be very difficult since the fluid came out unexpectedly, and consumer could get into an accident.
| Turn Signal Switch problems | |
| Headlights problems | |
| Turn Signal Flasher Unit problems | |
| Brake Light problems |