1994 Buick Century vs 1994 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 | 1994 Buick Century | 1994 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 106 | 387 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 30 | 103 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 20–21 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 96,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 142 |
| Power Train | 5 | 95 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 20 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 29 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 19 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 27 |
| Visibility | 2 | 25 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 6 |
| Stalling | 6 | 47 |
| Overheating | 0 | 24 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
1994 Buick Century
1994 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.