CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Mercury Sable has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 7 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (17 reports).
1987 Mercury Sable recalls
Most common 1987 Mercury Sable problems
Problem areas named in the 76 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 17 |
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Seats | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Equipment | 3 |
What owners report
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SAME PROBLEM AS NHTSA 98V323000. SUBFRAME BUSHINGS BROKE LOOSE CAUSE NEAR ACCIDENT AND LOSS OF STEERING. LOCAL FORD MOTOR COMPANY DENIED TO FIX BECAUSE OF VIN NUMBER.
WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH AND WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKES CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THIS CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT UNLATCHED, AND DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES. *AK
DRIVERS SEAT BROKE LOOSE FROM MOUNT. SEAT ROCKS FORWARD AND BACK. DOOR AJAR LIGHT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME. DOORS ARE CLOSED. FUEL GAUGE INACCURATE.*AK
IGNITION SWITCH FAILED WHILE ON VACATION IN FLORDIA, I WHEN TO A AUTO SHOP AND BROUGHT A PUSH PULL 50 AMP SWITCH AND BY PASSED THE PARTS OF THE SWITCH THAT HAD MELTED. I REPLACED THE PUSH SWITCH A NUMBER OF TIMES, CHEAPER THEN GOING TO A DEALER AND GETTING ROBBED FOR PART THAT WAS DEFECTIVE IN THE FIRST PLACE.*AK
WHILE DRIVING LIGHT FOR DRIVER'S DOOR WILL ILLUMINATE. DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WILL THEN UNLOCK ON ITS OWN. CAUSE OF PROBLEM IS UNKNOWN. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
1987 Mercury Sable questions
Does the 1987 Mercury Sable have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 1987 Mercury Sable: Structure:Frame And Members; Structure:Frame And Members; Wheels; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Mercury Sable?
Based on 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (17), Electrical System (15), Engine And Engine Cooling (11).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Mercury Sable has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.