Complaints
302
Crashes
33
Fires
4
Injuries
49
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1999 Mercury Sable Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#136 complaints
Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs
Avg mileage:81,785 mi
#213 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:41,000 mi
Crash-related:2
#313 complaints
Steering:Rack And Pinion
Avg mileage:60,390 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1999 Mercury Sable.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs | 36 | — | — | 81,785 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 13 | 2 | — | 41,000 mi | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 13 | — | — | 60,390 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 11 | 10 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 11 | 1 | — | 144,667 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 9 | — | — | 100,000 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 8 | 3 | — | 36,063 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | 1 | — | 92,878 mi | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 7 | — | — | 55,592 mi | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 7 | — | — | 53,400 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | — | — | 117,500 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 5 | — | — | 42,685 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 5 | — | — | 34,500 mi | |
| Suspension:Front | 5 | — | — | 105,000 mi | |
| Airbags | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift | 3 | — | — | — |
Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs
36
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
81,785
Automatic Transmission
13
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
41,000
Steering:Rack And Pinion
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
60,390
Air Bags:Frontal
11
complaints
Crashes
10
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
144,667
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
100,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
8
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
36,063
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
92,878
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
55,592
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
53,400
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
117,500
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
42,685
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
34,500
Suspension:Front
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
105,000
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1999 Mercury Sable — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1999 Mercury Sable reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1999 Mercury Sable has 302 NHTSA complaints, 33 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs with 36 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1999 Mercury Sable?
Top reported problems: Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs (36 complaints, avg 81,785 mi); Automatic Transmission (13 complaints, avg 41,000 mi); Steering:Rack And Pinion (13 complaints, avg 60,390 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1999 Mercury Sable?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 76,422 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1999 Mercury Sable?
NHTSA complaints for the 1999 Mercury Sable include 33 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 49 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1999 Mercury Sable have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1999 Mercury Sable as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1999 Mercury Sable?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Mercury Sable reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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