1988 Mercury Sable problems by component
126 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Mercury Sable, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 29 | 23% | — |
| Electrical System → | 26 | 21% | — |
| Steering → | 23 | 18% | — |
| Power Train → | 22 | 17% | — |
| Structure → | 14 | 11% | — |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 6% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 6% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 5% | — |
| Equipment | 5 | 4% | — |
| Seats | 5 | 4% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3% | — |
| Tires | 4 | 3% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2% | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 2% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 2% | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 2% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.