1988 Mercury Sable steering problems
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 1988 Mercury Sable — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Transmission has failed twice. Currently in the vehicle radio light and dome light intermittenly comes on. Horn also honks as I drive . Steering wheel feels wobbly and there are popping noises come from around the steering column. Front passenger seat lumbar button is stuck. Tires have been changed…”
filed Oct 15, 2002
“Power assist hose is too close to exhaust manifold. Heat is burning a hole through rubber hose, causing fluid leakages and loss of power steering assist. Also, can lead to a possible fire. Dealer was notified and informed consumer that they have a heat service shield kit available at a cost to the…”
filed Aug 22, 2001
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Sable years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Sable | 1 | 5% |
| 2008 Sable | 16 | 26% |
| 2005 Sable | 7 | 8% |
| 2003 Sable | 3 | 1% |
| 2002 Sable | 4 | 1% |
| 2001 Sable | 7 | 2% |
| 2000 Sable | 5 | 1% |
| 1999 Sable | 33 | 13% |
| 1998 Sable | 6 | 3% |
| 1997 Sable | 19 | 8% |
| 1996 Sable | 36 | 12% |
| 1995 Sable | 6 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1988 Mercury Sable
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.