Table 1 shows seven common exterior lighting related problems of the 2001 Mercury Sable. The number one most common problem is related to the brake light switch (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the headlights (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Brake Light Switch problems | |
| Headlights problems | |
| Tail Light Switch problems | |
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Turn Signal problems | |
| Tail Light problems | |
| Brake Light problems |
There was a recall on my car back in Mar 02 2004 (Ford recall number 04s12) for an exterior lighting:brake lights:switch, which was (according to Ford) done Jan 10 2005. I had failed again on 11/15/2012 leaving me without brake lights and not being able to get it out of park. Read details...
The knob to turn on the headlight broke off. It seems to be made of plastic that is not strong enough. Now it's very difficult to turn on the headlights. We read that this is a problem in the 2000 model and Ford had a recall on the 2000 model. We had the exact same problem with the 2001 model. Read details...
2001 Mercury Sable VIN: (see other part of complaint) I stopped at a business put car in park got out. Upon returning the car would start but not come out of park. I found I had no tail lights. I later found also there was no cruise control. Read details...