1990 Cadillac Seville vs 1990 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 | 1990 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 166 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 62 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 19 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Seville | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 30 |
| Steering | 0 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 21 |
| Structure | 0 | 23 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 12 |
| Power Train | 1 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
1990 Cadillac Seville
1990 Mercury Sable
Compare all Cadillac Seville vs Mercury Sable years →
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.