1989 Chrysler New Yorker vs 1989 Mercury Sable
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | 1989 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 78 | 238 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 35 | 50 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 64 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler New Yorker | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 58 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 49 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 44 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 13 |
| Power Train | 21 | 19 |
| Structure | 0 | 23 |
| Steering | 0 | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
| Overheating | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
1989 Chrysler New Yorker
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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.