Mercury Sable Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 232 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Mercury Sable across 13 model years. The 2000 model year has the most (62). The words owners use most often: “pedal went” (8% of reports).
- 232service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 47mention a crash
- 16mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 16%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Pedal went: mentioned in 18 of 232 complaints (8%)
- Close together: mentioned in 17 of 232 complaints (7%)
- Brakes applied: mentioned in 16 of 232 complaints (7%)
- Please provide: mentioned in 16 of 232 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 80 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 232 complaints, 47 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 16 an injury.
Mercury Sable service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Sable | 1 | 5% | 23,000 |
| 2008 Sable | 3 | 5% | 21,000 |
| 2005 Sable | 1 | 1% | 35,000 |
| 2004 Sable | 2 | 4% | 27,461 |
| 2003 Sable | 11 | 5% | 12,000 |
| 2002 Sable | 18 | 4% | 36,950 |
| 2001 Sable | 33 | 8% | 46,594 |
| 2000 Sable | 62 | 13% | 35,109 |
| 1999 Sable | 26 | 10% | 45,826 |
| 1998 Sable | 28 | 15% | 59,000 |
| 1997 Sable | 18 | 8% | 57,216 |
| 1996 Sable | 19 | 6% | 83,000 |
| 1995 Sable | 10 | 3% | 69,780 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002
Problem: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with adjustable padels are being recalled in order to adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to a minimum of 50 mm of lateral separation. Simultaneous application of both the brake and accelerator pedals could result in an increase in engine rpm.
Risk: This could result in a customer experiencing an "unintended vehicle speed increase" or a perceived "unable to stop" condition.
Fix: Owners will be instructed as to the proper way to set the position of the pedals and to take their vehicles to a dealer to have the spacing between the brake and accelerator pedals measured. If the spacing is found to be less than 50 mm, the dealer will adjust the pedals to increase the distance between them to greater than 50 mm. Owner notification began october 28, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Service brakes, hydraulic:brake fluid low warning: lamp
Model years: 1996
Problem: The brake system fluid level indicator lamp switch can malfunction. This does not comply with fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: if the switch malfuntions, the brake system warning lamp will either remain illuminated continuously or fail to light as intended when the fluid level falls to a certain level. In either case, the vehicle operator would not be warned of a low brake fluid level condition.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake system fluid level indicator lamp switches.
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Model years: 1995
Problem: The retainer clip which holds the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal arm is missing or not completely installed. The push rod can separate from the brake pedal arm.
Risk: This can result in loss of braking ability and an accident.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the retainer clip.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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.
I was driving my car and while i was braking for a stop light i couldn't stop. Something was giving my car gas as i was trying to stop. Ever since then when i drive it my rpm's are high and makes a noise. I called the shop and had my idle air control valve replaced because that's what the…
1999 mercury sable. Consumer writes in regards to total brake system failure in vehicle. *smd the consumer stated the brake line needed to be replaced.
Driving at appox 30 mph car began to accelerate to over 60 mph with brakes being fully applied. Slowed car as much as possible before shifting car into park and car skidding off road to a stop. Brakes were smoking from trying to stop car. Car towed to mechanic. Accident happened on rt 16 east of rt…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mercury sable. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10-20 mph, the front wheels seized, causing the vehicle to halt. The abs and traction control warning lights were illuminated after the failure. The vehicle was shut off and restarted, performing as…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Mercury Sables have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 232 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the Mercury Sable. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Mercury Sable service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Mercury Sable?
The most frequent phrase is “pedal went”, in 18 of 232 complaints, followed by “close together” (17).
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