1990 Mercury Sable problems by component
166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1990 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 → | 30 | 18% | — |
| Steering → | 24 | 14% | — |
| Structure → | 23 | 14% | — |
| Electrical System → | 21 | 13% | — |
| Power Train → | 17 | 10% | — |
| Air Bags → | 14 | 8% | — |
| Seat Belts → | 12 | 7% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 12 | 7% | — |
| Suspension → | 11 | 7% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic → | 10 | 6% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 5% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 4% | — |
| Visibility | 6 | 4% | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 2% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 2% | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | — |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 2 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.