1989 Dodge Dynasty vs 1989 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 | 1989 Dodge Dynasty | 1989 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 55 | 238 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 50 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 64 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 20–21 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Dynasty | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 49 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 58 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 44 |
| Power Train | 22 | 19 |
| Steering | 5 | 22 |
| Structure | 1 | 23 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 0 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
| Overheating | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
1989 Dodge Dynasty
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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.