Structure Related Problems of the 2001 Mercury Sable

Table 1 shows six common structure related problems of the 2001 Mercury Sable. The number one most common problem is related to the structure (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the frame rust (two problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Mercury Sable


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2001 Mercury Sable

The Structure problem

First the front passenger side leaked water during rain storms. I had that fixed last fall. Now the a/c blower motor needs replacement, and it was told to me that these two repairs are related. The cost for the 2001, Sable is $2500 in repairs. Ford needs to fix this problem.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

The contact owns a 2001 Mercury Sable wagon. The contact stated that the front driver side sub frame had rusted through. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a routine service who stated that the vehicle could not be driven due to the corrosion.   Read details...

The Body problem

The engine cradle/frame supporting the engine & transmission and suspension and steering assemblies failed due to excessive corrosion causing the rear mount at the body connection on both sides to separate and drop about 3" causing a loss of steering.   Read details...


Structure related problems in other Mercury Sable model year vehicles:



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