Tl* the contact owns a 1993 mercury sable. The contact stated that the headlights stopped illuminating and could cause a crash. The dealer and manufacturer were notified, but stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 98v009000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 50,000. Updated 05/08/12
1993 Mercury Sable: headlights failing or too dim
58 of the 671 complaints about the 1993 Mercury Sable describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 58
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
Dt: last summer while driving down the road at night the lights started flashing on and off. This happened every time the car was driven at night. The problem became worse with time. The headlights would flash on and off when they were on dim or bright. The problem was reported to ford, and there was recall 98v009000. However, this vehicle was not included. The consumer has not taken the car for diagnosis. There have been no other major problems with the vehicle.
After driving for 30-45 minutes headlights flashed intermittently. The federal safety agency recall 98v009000 for a circuit breaker was issued.
Consumer had recall 98v009000 remedied on 6/30/02 for headlight switch. Picked vehicle up from dealer and it was still experiencing flicker on/off of headlights during operation. Dealer advised, installed new switch according to remedy.
The vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall#98v009000 headlight, however the dealer refused to repair, because the vehicle identification was not included in the recall. *jb the burned plugs and melted contact sockets were replaced. The head lamp would go of and on while the vehicle was in motion.
Ford claims this vehicle does not qualify for the federal safety agency recall # 98v009000/ headlights circuit breaker, even though it is exactly that problem.
Whenever vehicle was in overdrive, it would jerk and then stall out when turning corners. This caused power steering to lock up. Took vehicle to dealership, and was informed nothing could be done about it. Vehicle was not recalled.*ak consumer was informed that his vehicles VIN was not included in recall, so consumer had the head gasket and thermostat replaced and paid for repairs. Transmission is now going out. Right outer tie rod end replaced, was causing a squeaking noise when turning steering wheel. Windshield washer pump failed and caused a leak. Headlight switch failed.
Consumer contacted dealer in regard to recall number 98v009000/ manufacturer's recall 98s01, dealer corrected problem. Consumer's vehicle experienced same problem with headlights flicking off and on, causing poor driver's visibility. Manufacturer refused to correct problem again. Please provide any further details.
The headlight switch & wiring connector was previously under recall(ref: the federal safety agency campaign id # 98v009000). The recalled part was replaced(at an authorized ford/mercury service center) under the original recall, but the replacement part has failed too, causing the headlight switch connector to melt from the heat of the failed part. I feel ford/mercury should reopen the recall and refund my money for the repair/replacement of the headlight switch and connector, which was done at an authorized ford/mercury service center.
Prior to recall head lights go off and turn on again also instrument panel lights are inoperative due to switch failure at the connector (98v‑009). Yh
Headlights are flashing off and on, and are working intermittently.
A defective switch that was installed by the dealer caused headlights to fail.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: headlights: switch
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The headlights can flash intermittently as a result of the circuit breaker opening. The vehicle's headlights can go out for brief intervals.
- Risk
- Loss of headlights during vehicle operation can affect a driver's ability to navigate the roadway and reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a headlight switch that incorporates a cricuit breaker of revised design and installation of a wiring harness connector and wiring, if needed.
Recall number 98V009000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1993 Mercury Sable headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 1993 Mercury Sable?
58 of 671 owner complaints about the 1993 Mercury Sable (9%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1993 Mercury Sable?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1993 Mercury Sable
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