2009 Mercury Sable Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Mercury Sable.

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Complaints
27
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2009 Mercury Sable Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#15 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:43,746 mi
#25 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:33,041 mi
Crash-related:2
#33 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Mercury Sable.

Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
43,746
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
33,041
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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2009 Mercury Sable — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2009 Mercury Sable reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2009 Mercury Sable has 27 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 5 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 Mercury Sable?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (5 complaints, avg 43,746 mi); Unintended Acceleration (5 complaints, avg 33,041 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (3 complaints). 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 2009 Mercury Sable?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 38,394 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 Mercury Sable?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Mercury Sable include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 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 2009 Mercury Sable have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2009 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 2009 Mercury Sable?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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