Two problems related to gasoline engine have been reported for the 2000 Mercury Sable. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Mercury Sable based on all problems reported for the 2000 Sable.
Consumer stated that on 11/3/02 was driving approaching a stopped traffic and depressed brake pedal. Vehicle surged forward and consumer pulled off road to avoid a collision. Vehicle was checked by dealer who at first advised could not determine cause. Dealer then stated discovered problem with transmission sensor that was signaling car to five more gas. Delaer repaired and returned vehicle to consumer. Consumer drove vehicle frequently within next week to make sure problem would not reoccur. On 11/10/02 while driving engine surge occured again. Dealer stated no problem with vehicle. Ts.
The engine has a heavy spark knock and has been repaired 5 times. The driver seat does not move forward when someone is sitting in it. When car is first put in reverse, it will roll forward. When slowing from 60+ mph, the car shakes really bad and also rides very rough when speeding up from 65+mph. These cars seem to have a lot of engine, transaxle problems. Maybe a recall is in order. My car has been int he shop 60 out of 290 days. I have dealt with rental cars and repairs in excess of $20k. Please help!.