1991 Mercury Sable vs 1991 Volkswagen Passat
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 | 1991 Mercury Sable | 1991 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 221 | 24 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 14 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercury Sable | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 101 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 56 | 6 |
| Steering | 27 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 3 |
| Structure | 20 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 2 |
| Visibility | 7 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
1991 Mercury Sable
1991 Volkswagen Passat
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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.