2008 Mercury Sable vs 2009 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 | 2008 Mercury Sable | 2009 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 61 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 14 | 7 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 50,210 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercury Sable | Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 16 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 5 |
| Power Train | 11 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 2 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
2008 Mercury Sable
2009 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.