Table 1 shows one common electronic stability control related problems of the 2001 Mercury Sable.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control problems |
Transmission issues included a near death experience when faulty cruise control wiring / functionality caused automatic transmission to rev to to high rpms. Was unable to shift to neutral gear and was forced to jump from vehicle to avoid potentially fatal wreck. Brake pads burned through to the calipers when trying to brake.