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Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10218193

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 15, 2008.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 1. trans fails to downshift,intermittently, when accelerating from appr. 50 mph on and incline, revs to 5500 rpm but car slows down. almost got hit by truck on freeway yesterday. 2. the car ground to a halt while making a left hand turn and accelerating at about 15-20 mph. occurred one time, almost rear ended. 3. on slight incline, in drive, car will roll back as if in neutral, almost hit car behind me several times and difficult to park vehicle. there are other trans related issues, but these three are safety concerns. car has been at dealer several times, for days, they test drove it, had an engineer from ford drive it, state unable to duplicate any of my concerns. in other words, nothing was done to correct the problems. these problems continue to be easy for me to re produce, along with other problems, shifting late and hard, etc.. i have called the regional service person abe bush, twice in the last 3 1/2 weeks, and received no reply from him. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W28G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in THOUSAND OAKS, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 21, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Mercury Sable 2008 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercury Sable 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LADIN LINCOLN MERCURY . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 805 495-2193 . DEALER'S CITY: THOUSAND OAKS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 91362 .

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Instrument Panel

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10225723

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2008.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . tl*the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the day after the vehicle was purchased, the contact could not see the instrument panel gauges. he stated that in the mornings he cannot see how fast he is driving, but in the evenings, when the instrument panel lights illuminate, he can see the speedometer. the dealer stated that nothing was wrong with the instrument panel and could not provide a remedy. the failure mileage was 15. updated 5/19/08 *cn updated 05/19/08. *jb updated 07/30/08. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W38G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in ST. LOUIS, MO. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 2008. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Mercury Sable 2008 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercury Sable 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DAVE SICLAIR FORD/ MERCURY .

Mercury Sable 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

Mercury Sable 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10226651

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 30, 2008.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . the vehicle spontaneously caught on fire with no warning and burned. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3883 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W28G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in SAN ANGELO, TX. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch

Mercury Sable 2008 Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch Review #10252408

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2008.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH . ltr from consumer re problem with the hood latch on his 2008 mercury sable. *nj the consumer believed the hood latch released because the parking brake was located below the hood latch release handle. when pushing on the parking brake pedal, to set or release the parking brake, his shoe would come in contact with the hood lease handle. *jb.Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in ALBUQUERQUE, NM. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 2008. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Instrument Panel

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10279887

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 12, 2006.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . human machine interface is defective in sunlight. the instrument panel is composed of gray background with silver numerals on tachometer and speedometer and green led readout of odometer, direction, and miles to empty. sunlight washes out the instrument panel making it unreadable. driver must shade instrument cluster and lean close to determine data thus taking attention from roadway, an extremely dangerous practice on high-speed, multiple-lane highways. under certain conditions, even this effort is fruitless. manufacturer acknowledges problem but states it is not their policy to reengineering such defects. *tr.Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40W88G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in BEDFORD, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Air Bags Frontal

Mercury Sable 2008 Air Bags Frontal Review #10283882

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 09, 2009.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed,the consumers wife crashed into a parked vehicle. the air bags failed to deploy. she sustained injuries to her chest and face. the vehicle was towed to a local repair shop for further inspection, no conclusion has been made regarding the air bag failure. the contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. a police report was filed. the failure mileage was unknown. updated 10/13/09. *lj updated 10/15/09.*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1ME8M42W28G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in DETRIOT, MI. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2008. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercury Sable 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: JACK DEMMER . DEALER'S CITY: DEARBORN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI.

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10293524

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 16, 2009.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . on a 2008 mercury sable, on two separate occasions when the accelerator pedal has been fully or near fully depressed, it has become caught under the driver's floor mat, causing the engine to continue to race even when all pressure has been removed from the accelerator pedal. *tr.Mileage was 44980 miles. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in PORTSMOUTH, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10314800

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 10, 2010.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . automatic transmission - when the vehicle is in drive and stopped on a hill the car will roll back when you remove your foot from the break even when in drive. this is an ongoing issue. you need to use both feet when on a hill, one on the brake and the other on the gas to avoid rolling back into another car. when the local dealer was in business they indicated this was normal. at this time i have no local mercury dealer to review this situation. *tr.Mileage was 12200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W18G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in BURLINGTON, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Mercury Sable 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10319277

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 07, 2010.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. while driving at speeds of 10 mph, the vehicle exhibited a grinding noise and the front brakes became inoperable. the dealer inspected the vehicle but could not duplicate the failure. there were no additional failures. the approximate failure mileage was 21000 and the current mileage was 21,050. updated 05/06/10. *lj updated 06/18/10.*jb.Mileage was 21000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W08G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in GENEVA, NE. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 30, 2008. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Mercury Sable 2008 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercury Sable 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ANDERSON . DEALER'S CITY: GRAND ISLAND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NE. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 68803 .

Mercury Sable 2008 Seats

Mercury Sable 2008 Seats Review #10321732

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 03, 2010.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SEATS . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. while driving at speeds of 55 mph, the rear passengers seat suddenly caught fire without warning. the contact was able to extinguish the fire and the fire department was not called. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer; however, there were no repairs made to the vehicle. the current and failure mileages were 23,000. updated 05/11/10. *lj.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 23000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W88G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in CHEROKEE, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10325861

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 11, 2010.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl*the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. while driving at approximate speeds of 3 mph, the vehicle abnormally accelerated without warning. the contact depressed the brake pedal but the brakes would not engage. the vehicle proceeded to crash into two other vehicles. the police arrived to the scene and a police report was filed accordingly. there were no injuries to any of the vehicle occupants. the contact confirmed the failure had occurred at least three times prior to the crash. the current and failure mileages were 8,000. updated 05/19/10. *lj.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mileage was 8000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42WX8G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in LAKE FOREST, FL. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 3 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10328594

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 28, 2008.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 2008 mercury sable awd had an electrical issue[melt down] that required replacement of the main electrical harness. then in september of 2008 a sudden acceleration problem caused it to jump a concrete parking lot barrier and travel down into a drainage basin--40 feet. $9000+ damage. repeated attempts to ford has fallen in deaf ears. updated 05/12/10 *bf updated ivoq 05/17/10.*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 31998 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W08G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in SUMMIT HILL, PA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Review #10328594

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 28, 2008.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2008 mercury sable awd had an electrical issue[melt down] that required replacement of the main electrical harness. then in september of 2008 a sudden acceleration problem caused it to jump a concrete parking lot barrier and travel down into a drainage basin--40 feet. $9000+ damage. repeated attempts to ford has fallen in deaf ears. updated 05/12/10 *bf updated ivoq 05/17/10.*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 31998 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W08G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in SUMMIT HILL, PA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Review #10332307

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 2008.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl*the contact leased a 2008 mercury sable. while driving 20 mph up a hill, the contact smelled a strong odor inside the vehicle. she stopped the vehicle to inspect it and found no evidence related to the odor. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer four times but the failure could not duplicated. the odor seemed be inside of the vents which made it impossible to use the air conditioner. the vehicle was not repaired when the complaint was filed. the failure mileage was 231. the current mileage was approximately 18,000. .Mileage was 231 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM41W68G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in WYANTSKILL, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Review #10351471

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 24, 2010.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . my 2008 mercury sable, when at highway speed, speedometer has moved higher and lower on its own. when in cruise control car suddenly accelerated when speedometer dropped to erroneous low speed. this could have caused a crash into car ahead of me if i were not alert. it could have caused a speeding ticket. *tr.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40W78G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in WEST BABYLON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Mercury Sable 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10407591

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance when the technician advised that the rear brakes needed to be replaced. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a second opinion where the failure was confirmed. in addition, the contact was advised to replace the rotors. the rear driver and passenger side brake pads and rotors were replaced. the approximate failure mileage was 30,400. updated 07/21/11 *bf updated 07/29/11.Mileage was 30400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W78G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in WESTLAND, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Mercury Sable 2008 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercury Sable 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10410169

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 29, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck when it was depressed to the floor. in order to release the pedal, the contact had to shift the vehicle into neutral. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to duplicate or diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 108,000. .Mileage was 108000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W28G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in NEWTON, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10413739

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns 2008 mercury sable. the contact stated while driving, the steering failed. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told the rack and pinion failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the contact was concerned because the failure occurred without warning. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 61,000. .Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W68G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in WAYNE, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Mercury Sable 2008 Parking Brake

Mercury Sable 2008 Parking Brake Review #10419548

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 05, 2008.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with PARKING BRAKE . i own a 2008 mercury sable. the first month i had it i drove 2300 miles round trip to yellowstone. almost every time i stopped i found the hood unlatched (partially open). i discovered that the unfortunate location and orientation of the hood release (directly above the emergency brake pedal and pivoting upward rather than pulling up or out) must have snagged my tennis shoe each time. it hadn't happened since i trained myself to move my foot sideways as i release the parking brake. the hood pull needs to be relocated or reoriented. *tr.Mileage was 10000 miles. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in HOUSTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Hydraulic Power Assist System

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Hydraulic Power Assist System Review #10423712

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 25, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM . 2008 mercury sable. consumer states problem with power steering *tgw the consumer stated the power steering failed as he was making a right turn. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40W98G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in LOUDON, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: LENOIR CITY FORD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 865-988-0003 . DEALER'S CITY: LENOIR CITY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 37771 .

Mercury Sable 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline

Mercury Sable 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10430208

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 28, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . on the above date - september 28, 2011, i became aware that the gas in the gas tank was moving around (sloshing) whenever the vehicle stopped or started moving from a dead stop. i contacted ford customer relationship in florida and they were not helpful at all. i talked to them 3 different times - - -they couldn't tell me if there are baffles in the tank to prevent the sloshing - they didn't even know what a baffle was - -would not direct me to someone with more technical knowledge. last contact was thursday, oct. 13,2011, yesterday - - was on the phone 32 minutes with an individual who couldn't find the answer and wouldn't try to find someone who could give me an answer. a gas tank should not have a problem such as this in 39 months of ownership. gas tanks don't "wear out" in this period of time. and i can't get any answers. there has been no accident or damage to this vehicle. does my vehicle have baffles in the gas tank?? is there a safety issue here with the sloshing of the gas? if there are baffles why would they suddenly stop functioning? would this problem be covered in the vehicle warranty? *tr.Mileage was 30300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W88G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in FALMOUTH, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Review #10440288

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 16, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with POWER TRAIN . car would jerk going interstate speed of 70mph. felt like it was going into neutral and back in to gear. did this about four times and i mean it is hard, will scare you to death if your in the car. after it did this about four time over an hour, the traction control and service light came on and stayed on the rest of the trip. this is a used car i just bought, so im not sure if it will continue to do this. but i am afraid to drive it on the interstate now. *tr.Mileage was 63000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40W68G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in SHREVEPORT, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10442282

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . the wheel stiffens up while making a turn. also when sitting still/stopped the wheel completely freezes up. the ball joints, bearings, and racket pinion was checked out by a mechanic and the conclusion he came to was he thinks it could be the power steering pump has faulted. this started in the beginning of november and currently is getting worse. due to the car only having 16,000 miles and he heard of this happening to other mercury's we were wondering if there is any sort of recall, and if there isn't if this problem could be noted for future reference. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42WX8G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Mercury Sable 2008 Suspension

Mercury Sable 2008 Suspension Review #10442282

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SUSPENSION . the wheel stiffens up while making a turn. also when sitting still/stopped the wheel completely freezes up. the ball joints, bearings, and racket pinion was checked out by a mechanic and the conclusion he came to was he thinks it could be the power steering pump has faulted. this started in the beginning of november and currently is getting worse. due to the car only having 16,000 miles and he heard of this happening to other mercury's we were wondering if there is any sort of recall, and if there isn't if this problem could be noted for future reference. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42WX8G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10443260

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . recently i wrote you about my 2008 sable it has only 16,000 mile on it and i was having problems with the steering stiffens up while driving. i did some investigating and had it diagnosed by a reputable person. it was the power steering pump and racket pinion bar. i did not go to the dealer because it was out of warranty. you in turned sent my complaint to ford and they wrote back saying they were sorry and i should of taken to a dealership so they can document it. i just felt since it was out of warranty i would go to someone reputable because it wouldn't so costly to have repaired. i just wanted to pass some info to the nhtsa on for safety reasons. maybe the problem documented [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.Mileage was 16000 miles. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10454517

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 05, 2012.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph and making a turn the steering became had become very difficult to maneuver. after shutting off and restarting the vehicle, the power steering seemed to have reset but the failure recurred after attempting to park the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and they advised him that front tie rods failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 18,600. .Mileage was 18600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40W48G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in CHARMCO, WV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10459016

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2012.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . beginning about the first of march, 2012, i noticed a problem with my steering feeling stiff, jerky and hard to turn. the first incident involved turning right onto the highway from a side ride and feeling the front of the car jerk slightly to the left. since then, i've noticed the steering remains stiff. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in LEE, ME. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10474164

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 16, 2012.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . car developed a knock in steering. most notable when stopped and turning steering wheel a few degrees left and right. took it to dealer who said steering core failed. refused warranty coverage. said it was caused by accident about 1500 miles previously. the accident was a low speed fender bender without air bag deployment. front bumper cracked, but head lights were not broke, grill was not broke. insurance company that fixed accident damage denied a claim against them for steering core failure. stating it was a failure that warranty should cover (extended ford warranty.) i need to find out if an accident such as mine could cause a rack core failure. dealer charged $900.00 to replace the rack core. would not give me the core saying it was under pressure and had to be returned as an exchange. (this car was purchased new in 2009 1 year old leftover). *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40WX8G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in EDEN, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10484005

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 08, 2012.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . while driving last week my wife noticed that when turning into a parking spot the steering stiffened up and had to make a sudden stop as to not hit the vehicle to her left . i checked the car out and noticed it is mostly affected at low speed while making turns either left or right this had no warning and could be very dangerous.it is just luck that a walker or jogger were not on the streets at the time .this needs immediate attention i will attempt at repair myself as it is out of warranty possible rack and pinion also transmission slippage at times. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W18G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in HANOVER, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Review #10484005

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 08, 2012.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with POWER TRAIN . while driving last week my wife noticed that when turning into a parking spot the steering stiffened up and had to make a sudden stop as to not hit the vehicle to her left . i checked the car out and noticed it is mostly affected at low speed while making turns either left or right this had no warning and could be very dangerous.it is just luck that a walker or jogger were not on the streets at the time .this needs immediate attention i will attempt at repair myself as it is out of warranty possible rack and pinion also transmission slippage at times. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W18G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in HANOVER, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Review #10486216

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 27, 2011.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the contact stated that when starting his vehicle in colder weather, it would jump or lunge from first to second gear without any warning. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis. the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was contacted and they advised him they would look into the matter further. the failure mileage was approximately 40,000. the current mileage was approximately 59,000. the vin was unavailable. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 40000 miles. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in WHITE STONE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Review #10489241

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2012.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the contact stated that while trying to accelerate on an incline while at a stop sign, the vehicle continued to roll backward. the contact stated that the torque converter engaged and the vehicle stalled, causing the power steering to also fail. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where they advised him that they were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 79,000. the current mileage was approximately 81,000. updated 6/4/13 *cn updated 06/11/2013 *js.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40W98G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in ALEXANDRIA, VA. Vehicle was purchased on May 30, 2011. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercury Sable 2008 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercury Sable 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: OURISMAN FORD LINCOLN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 703-660-9000 .

Mercury Sable 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Mercury Sable 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10511093

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . 2008 ford mercury sable. consumer writes in regards to power steering failure. *smd the consumer stated the power steering rack and pump failed. also, the rear brakes were severely worn and needed to be replaced. .Mileage was 15000 miles. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in NOVATO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2009. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercury Sable 2008 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercury Sable 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: NOVATO FORD . DEALER'S CITY: NOVATO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10511093

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . 2008 ford mercury sable. consumer writes in regards to power steering failure. *smd the consumer stated the power steering rack and pump failed. also, the rear brakes were severely worn and needed to be replaced. .Mileage was 15000 miles. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in NOVATO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2009. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Mercury Sable 2008 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercury Sable 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: NOVATO FORD . DEALER'S CITY: NOVATO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.

Mercury Sable 2008 Engine

Mercury Sable 2008 Engine Review #10513359

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 08, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with ENGINE . accelerator stopped responding and vehicle stalled shortly after. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50420 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W18G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in GUTTENBERG, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10513359

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 08, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . accelerator stopped responding and vehicle stalled shortly after. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50420 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W18G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in GUTTENBERG, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Fuel/propulsion System

Mercury Sable 2008 Fuel/propulsion System Review #10513359

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 08, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . accelerator stopped responding and vehicle stalled shortly after. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50420 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W18G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in GUTTENBERG, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10513359

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 08, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . accelerator stopped responding and vehicle stalled shortly after. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50420 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W18G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in GUTTENBERG, IA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Review #10544546

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the contact stated that the vehicle jerked while driving 35 mph, the vehicle was taken to a mechanic where a diagnostic was performed, which located the failure at the continuous variable transmission. the vehicle was repaired and the transmission was rebuilt. the failure and current mileage was 52,850. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 52850 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40W88G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in HOUSTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Power Train Review #10547160

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 12, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with POWER TRAIN . transmission intermittently would stay in 5th gear and not shift -- limp home mode. dealership replaced output shaft sensor and turbine sensor, and this resolved the problem. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 37808 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W98G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in CLIFTON PARK, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Review #10549306

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 12, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . on thursday around 11:30 pm, on sept.12, 2013, while my 77 year old mother slept her 2008, mercury sable premier mysteriously caught fire and burned while parked under her car porch attached to her home. the vehicle was totaled and damage occurred to her home. were it not for her little dog barking and running back and forth from her bedroom to the car porch door, she likely would not have awaken. she looked out the peep hole of her door to the car porch and say smoke and fire emitting it is very likely her home and she could have been lost in the fire. although shook up emotionally, we are thankful only her car was lost. fortunately, my mother remained calm enough to call emergency services (police and fire department) that arrived in very short time to put the fire engulfed vehicle out. according to feedback from the local law enforcement arson investigator and investigators representing our auto and home insurance companies, it appears the fire likely started in the trunk of the sable in the electrical wiring system or reverse sensing module as i believe it might be referred to for my mother⿿s vehicle. the incident had a considerable degree of emotional and psychological impact on my mother given as a senior citizen this vehicle represented a last vestige of freedom and independence. . *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 39000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W78G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in COLUMBIA, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Seats

Mercury Sable 2008 Seats Review #10567903

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with SEATS . not long after i bought this car, the element on the drivers side heated seat stopped working. it was under warranty and it was repaired. then it went again and it was under the extended warranty and again it was repaired. now this winter, i went to use it and again the element went for the third time. i feel that something has to be causing this problem because it could possibly be dangerous and start a fire. the car dealership says that they will repair it for $429.00 (this is a 10% discount) but i feel that since this has happened three times already ford should be responsible for the repair and also find the problem that is causing this element to fail in the first place. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 96100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W58G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in OAK RIDGE, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Review #10567968

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2013.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the information center at the instrument cluster failed. no information shows. checked website, it appears that this problem is quite common for a lot of owners. ford should be investigated for a recall. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40WX8G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in SAN ANTONIO, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10588124

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 12, 2014.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, she heard a popping noise as the vehicle veered to the right and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. the contact can no longer turn to the right. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 55000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W38G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in STREATOR, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10604303

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 12, 2012.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . steering wheel was difficult (very hard) to turn. took the car to a ford service agent and the diagnosis was that the steering rack was loose. a new rack was installed and retested. ford service told me that the car was hazardous and it had to be repaired right then and there. asked ford manufacture to be reimburse and was denied. repair was done on december 31, 2012. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM40W98G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in MONTGOMERY, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Rack And Pinion

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Rack And Pinion Review #10607836

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 03, 2014.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING:RACK AND PINION . tl* the contact owns a 2008 mercury sable. the contact stated that it became difficult to steer the vehicle. the dealer stated that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 29,650. updated 8/28/14*cn updated 09/12/2014 *js.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 29650 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42WX8G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in MERRITT ISLAND, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Feb 12, 2008. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Mercury Sable 2008 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Mercury Sable 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: OSMAN LINCOLN MERCURY . DEALER'S CITY: MELBOURNE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32901 .

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Review #10615246

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 26, 2010.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the drivers side heated seat died shortly after i purchased this vehicle. this was one of the selling points for me, i had it replaced and the replacement didn't make it through the winter of that year. i didn't realize this was a problem common with the sable. i cannot affort to have it replaced again. is this a fire hazard. i am also having a terrible peeling and chipping problem with the paint..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 63000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W98G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in PLOVER, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10636970

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2014.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . there were two separate incidents with this same vehicle. incident #1 with first driver: at about 5 mph, the gas pedal was pressed significantly down. the gas pedal then stuck down in that position and the car started to quickly accelerate. after a quick tap on the gas pedal, the gas pedal started to operate normally. at no point was the cruise control on. we took our car in to the local ford dealer. they inspected the car but didn't find any problems. incident #2 with second driver: a couple of months later (estimated mileage 38,000), we were driving at about 45 mph and i pressed the pedal down almost all the way. the gas pedal stuck again and the car started to accelerate quickly to about 65 mph. i am not sure whether cruise control was on or not. i shifted out of drive into neutral while the engine was at high rpm. after aggressively stomping on the car pedal, the gas pedal started working again normally. i shifted back into drive and the car then drove normally. the first driver was in the car when this happened. both drivers have about 35 years of driving experience. this is a very serious issue that needs to be investigated! in our case, no one was injured but with less experienced drivers it could have been much different..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W18G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in RICHFIELD, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Engine

Mercury Sable 2008 Engine Review #10636970

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2014.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with ENGINE . there were two separate incidents with this same vehicle. incident #1 with first driver: at about 5 mph, the gas pedal was pressed significantly down. the gas pedal then stuck down in that position and the car started to quickly accelerate. after a quick tap on the gas pedal, the gas pedal started to operate normally. at no point was the cruise control on. we took our car in to the local ford dealer. they inspected the car but didn't find any problems. incident #2 with second driver: a couple of months later (estimated mileage 38,000), we were driving at about 45 mph and i pressed the pedal down almost all the way. the gas pedal stuck again and the car started to accelerate quickly to about 65 mph. i am not sure whether cruise control was on or not. i shifted out of drive into neutral while the engine was at high rpm. after aggressively stomping on the car pedal, the gas pedal started working again normally. i shifted back into drive and the car then drove normally. the first driver was in the car when this happened. both drivers have about 35 years of driving experience. this is a very serious issue that needs to be investigated! in our case, no one was injured but with less experienced drivers it could have been much different..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W18G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in RICHFIELD, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System

Mercury Sable 2008 Electrical System Review #10637091

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 30, 2014.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . we were stopped behind traffic, and as we slowly started to proceed, the car surged at a high rate of speed, and as the brakes were applied, they either were not working or else it was the abs coming on. this was a dry, sunny day-no moisture on the road-of course that would not have had a bearing on why the car surged/accelerated. then the car shut itself off completely. we then got it started again, and nothing happened getting it back the aproxx. 4 miles back to home-all was normal after the incident all the way to home, though it has not been driven since. it has been reported to ford hq's and to the dealership we purchased from..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 108483 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W38G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in CANONSBURG, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Mercury Sable 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10637091

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 30, 2014.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . we were stopped behind traffic, and as we slowly started to proceed, the car surged at a high rate of speed, and as the brakes were applied, they either were not working or else it was the abs coming on. this was a dry, sunny day-no moisture on the road-of course that would not have had a bearing on why the car surged/accelerated. then the car shut itself off completely. we then got it started again, and nothing happened getting it back the aproxx. 4 miles back to home-all was normal after the incident all the way to home, though it has not been driven since. it has been reported to ford hq's and to the dealership we purchased from..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 108483 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W38G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in CANONSBURG, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Service Brakes

Mercury Sable 2008 Service Brakes Review #10637091

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 30, 2014.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . we were stopped behind traffic, and as we slowly started to proceed, the car surged at a high rate of speed, and as the brakes were applied, they either were not working or else it was the abs coming on. this was a dry, sunny day-no moisture on the road-of course that would not have had a bearing on why the car surged/accelerated. then the car shut itself off completely. we then got it started again, and nothing happened getting it back the aproxx. 4 miles back to home-all was normal after the incident all the way to home, though it has not been driven since. it has been reported to ford hq's and to the dealership we purchased from..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 108483 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM43W38G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in CANONSBURG, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering

Mercury Sable 2008 Steering Review #10641991

MERCURY SABLE 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 19, 2014.MERCURY SABLE 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . loss of power steering assist while driving on ohio turnpike 07/19/2014. with no power steering it was a very dangerous condition while entering a service plaza. also subsequent maneuvering on city streets was nearly impossible. subsequent repair (07/23/2014) of lower cradle, and installed new (updated) motocraft rack and pinion unit. new alignment was performed per tsb. vehicle took 3 days to repair. cost to repair vehicle was over $1000. ford issued a technical service bulletin (09-5-7) on march 23, 2009 but to my knowledge has not issued a recall..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85175 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1MEHM42W28G. Mercury Sable 2008 problem was reported in WATERVILLE, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

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