Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2003 Mercury Sable.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems | |
| Hood Latch problems |
Do any new cars offer an automatic release of the rear door child lock device. This means that the child lock will automatically un-set upon impact of an accident so people in the back seat can quickly get out. I had an incident in a Mercury Sable where the back seat passenger was nearly burned because they could not get out of the back seat (get the rear door open). . Read more...
While driving at 65 mph, the hood released without cause due to latch failure. The latch was replaced.