1993 Buick Regal vs 1993 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 | 1993 Buick Regal | 1993 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 85 | 674 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 22 | 101 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 86,921 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 357 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 40 | 45 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 63 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 46 |
| Suspension | 2 | 52 |
| Visibility | 4 | 47 |
| Power Train | 0 | 48 |
| Structure | 4 | 34 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 20 |
| Overheating | 0 | 61 |
| Stalling | 0 | 42 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 16 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
1993 Buick Regal
1993 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.