1993 Mercury Sable brakes problems

48 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 48
of this car's complaints: 7%
crashes: 2
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Foundation components
13
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
13
Foundation components: disc: rotor
10
Foundation components: disc: pads
6
Foundation components: drum
3
Power assist
1
Foundation components: master cylinder
1
Foundation components: drum: drum
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Mercury Sable brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Mercury Sable brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

ABS 9 Brake failure 5 Grinding brakes 5

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported January 4, 1993 · 212 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Anti-lock brake system controllers designed for rear wheel drive cars may have been installed on these front wheel drive cars..
Risk: This could result in reduced braking ability and possiblevehicle accident.
Remedy: Replace the rear wheel drive ABS controller with a front wheel drive ABS controller.

Recall number 93V023000 · Recall details

What 1993 Mercury Sable owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 5, 2004 · Brakes · VA

Defective brake system. *bf the consumer stated the ABS was as non- effective as a normal hydraulic braking system. The consumer stated there was a recall regarding the issue, however the local dealer questioned authenticity of the notice.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · FL

I don't have the information for all the above but could find it if necessary. I am more concerned about the head gasket which needs to be replaced. I was never made aware that there was a problem that could happen at any time. I do not know what to do and, living on a small pension and social security, do not have thge money to repair or replace the vehicle.

Filed Jul 25, 2002 · Brakes · TX

Mfr# 93s62 & the federal safety agency# 93 v 023 000/ABS: consumer states that intermittently when the brakes are applied the rear brakes will lock the rear wheels. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed Oct 29, 2001 · Brakes · CA

When applying brakes pedal goes halfway and it hesitates. Abs braking system light comes on dashboard. Dealership is aware of problem.

Filed Jul 4, 2001 · Brakes · NY

Sometimes the ABS brakes seem to actuate even though the road is dry and the brakes are not applied hard. The rate of ABS application seems much less than normal, 2-3/sec rather than the normal 10/sec. The stopping distance is increased so that there is an increase in chance for an accident. I have disconnected the ABS so that the brakes act normally but without the benefit of ABS which may be ok for the summer but having ABS on icy winter roads will be crucial to avoiding accidents.

Filed Jun 27, 2001 · Brakes · MO

Consumer was traveling about 66mph on highway, approaching a traffic light she applied brakes, and pedal went to the floor. There was no brake power. Dealership was aware of problem.

Filed Apr 16, 2001 · Brakes · NJ

"exciter ring" in front ABS split/sheared, causing brake pedal to kick back towards driver when t brake pedal was pressed. This resulted in a loss of brake effectiveness. Consumer was unsure about safety of this vehicle. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

Filed Dec 4, 2000 · Acceleration, Brakes · MD

Pcv valve replaced.

Filed Mar 8, 2000 · Brakes, Suspension · PA

While driving front of car shaking upon stopping. Also, brake rotors had to be replaced.

Filed Sep 9, 1999 · Brakes · WA

Parking brake release cable broke, causing the vehicle to roll. The dealer has been notified.

Questions about the 1993 Mercury Sable brakes

Does the 1993 Mercury Sable have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 48 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Mercury Sable, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1993 Mercury Sable brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1993 Mercury Sable brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 93V023000. 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).