1995 Buick Riviera vs 1995 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 | 1995 Buick Riviera | 1995 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 130 | 350 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 56 | 116 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 19–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 75,100 mi | 83,420 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Riviera | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 132 |
| Power Train | 18 | 93 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 32 |
| Suspension | 5 | 30 |
| Structure | 8 | 25 |
| Seat Belts | 21 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 29 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 12 |
| Overheating | 0 | 16 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
1995 Buick Riviera
1995 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.