Mercury Sable owners have reported 66 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tank assembly (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel pump (15 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The engine suddenly quit running while cruising at 60 mph in darkness on a heavily traveled congested 6 lane interstate highway. The time was 6:50 pm and there was no unusual weather. The car shook for a few seconds at the time of shut-down. Read details...
I purchased a 2002 Mercury Sable in September, 2006. On January 19, 2007 while turning into my driveway going 3-5 miles an hour both frontal airbags deployed causing an estimated $3,000. 00 to $4,000. 00 in damages. The dealer has refused to assist me saying I bought the car "as is". Read details...
Exited from the highway to refuel. Upon fueling we intended to continue our trip as planned. Car stopped at light began to accelerate for 5-10 feet. Engine made a revving sound and all power was lost. All fuels look good and this car has less than 20,000 miles total because it was used sparingly by Read details...
: the contact stated the vehicle stalled while traveling at 5 mph causing an accident. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. The vehicle intermittently restarts after a few minutes, other times if may be up to an hour. It was towed once because it would not restart. Read details...
While coming to a stopa fire has started under the hood, local fire deptment arrived and extinguished fire. Fire may have started from a fuel line leakage. Dealer and manufacturer have not been notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information, Read details...