1986 Buick Century vs 1986 Mercury Sable
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1986 Buick Century | 1986 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 46 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 40 |
| Investigations | 3 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 19–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 7 |
| Structure | 1 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 6 |
| Power Train | 1 | 8 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 |
| Seats | 1 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
1986 Buick Century
1986 Mercury Sable
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.