2009 Dodge Charger vs 2009 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 | 2009 Dodge Charger | 2009 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 174 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 31 | 7 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–21 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,251 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Charger | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 45 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 45 | 0 |
| Engine | 32 | 5 |
| Steering | 18 | 1 |
| Tires | 18 | 0 |
| Wheels | 12 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 0 |
| Suspension | 7 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
2009 Dodge Charger
2009 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.