1988 Chevrolet Celebrity vs 1988 Mercury Sable
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1988 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 39 | 126 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 51 |
| Investigations | 5 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 27 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Celebrity | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 29 |
| Steering | 11 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 26 |
| Power Train | 2 | 22 |
| Structure | 1 | 14 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
1988 Chevrolet Celebrity
1988 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.