1995 Mercury Sable vs 1995 Volkswagen Passat
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 | 1995 Mercury Sable | 1995 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 350 | 93 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 116 | 28 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 83,420 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercury Sable | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 132 | 19 |
| Power Train | 93 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 15 |
| Suspension | 30 | 5 |
| Visibility | 15 | 20 |
| Structure | 25 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 29 | 8 |
| Overheating | 16 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 12 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
1995 Mercury Sable
1995 Volkswagen Passat
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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.