Other than the rest of my problems with the above my newest complaint is that I just found out that due to the fact ford installed an aluminim piston where there should have been a steel one which is the only one available now since you discovered your problems. My car is in the shop right now and I'm being told it will cost between $1200.00 - $1500.00 to fix due to ford's poor design. This is not my first sable wagon. The first one had all kinds of A/C problems and I'm getting tired of paying for your mistakes. My A/C is out now, I replace brake pads all the time.
1991 Mercury Sable brakes problems
19 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 19
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Foundation components: disc: rotor8
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip5
- Power assist: vacuum3
- Foundation components: disc: pads3
- Foundation components: drum2
- Foundation components: disc: caliper2
- Foundation components2
- Foundation components: disc1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Mercury Sable brakes problems in other years
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor
- What is wrong
- Front disc brake rotors of the subject vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated in areas where calcium chloride and sodium chloride are used extensively.
- Risk
- Severely corroded rotors may fracture or separate nearthe inner edges of the brake discs resulting in reduced braking effectiveness,higher than normal pedal efforts, loud grinding noises, and moderate pulls whenthe brakes are applied. Reduced braking effectiveness may increase minimumstopping distances, possibly resulting in an accident.
- Remedy
- Replace front brake rotors with full cast front brake rotors.
Recall number 91V134000 · Recall details
What 1991 Mercury Sable owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Consumer stated that the windshield wiper was noisy.
Rear brakes rusted through the drums.
Engine mounts replaced prior to recall due to being loose, however recall does not include motor mounts, only subframe mounts. (98v‑323)
Transmission failed. (mjs)
Experiencing various problem with vehicle within 63,000 mile of wears,had transmission rebuilt/replaced fuel injection system, and complete overhaul of brakes system. Dealer was not contacted / would like to know is this considered normal.
Head gasket failed.
Intermittently while driving the vehicle would slow down as if the brakes are being applied. Consumer states that brakes have been applied internally. The dealer is inspecting vehicle.
Consumer has been experiencing brake problems while driving vehicle. The emergency brake feels like it is on, vehicle will not exceed 25 MPH .also, there is a strong smell of something burning. After 10 minutes or more the vehicle would return back to normal. Vehicle has been at dealer on three occasions. Condition has not been resolved at this time.
Brake caliper broke.
Questions about the 1991 Mercury Sable brakes
Does the 1991 Mercury Sable have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 Mercury Sable, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1991 Mercury Sable brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Mercury Sable brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 91V134000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mercury Sable have bad brakes?
The Mercury Sable model years with the most brakes complaints are 2000 (67 complaints), 1993 (48 complaints) and 1992 (41 complaints).
Other 1991 Mercury Sable problems
Transmission 101Engine 56Steering 27Body 20Electrical 16Airbags 11Suspension 10Acceleration 7Tires 7Visibility 7Fuel system 6Lights 4Seat belts 4Locks 2
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