1990 Dodge Spirit vs 1990 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 | 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1990 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 166 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 62 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 19 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–24 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Spirit | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 30 |
| Power Train | 17 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 21 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 14 |
| Steering | 1 | 24 |
| Structure | 0 | 23 |
| Suspension | 6 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
1990 Dodge Spirit
1990 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.