The steering binds when going around left-hand curves at speeds of greater than 45mph. Dealer says the steering-rack needs replacement, but this will not be covered by the dealer.
1993 Mercury Sable steering complaints
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Rack & pinion went out, steering wheel had tightened up, consumer had talked to manufacturer. Took vehicle to dealer & no repairs were done to steering wheel. Mechanic noticed how the steering wheel tightened up. *ak
Fuel filter and assembly failed.
Vehicle leaking dark fluid. Took to 1st mechanic & told it was the steering mechanism that caused the rack & pinion to wear out. Took to 2nd mechanic & told rack & pinion needed to be replaced because it is worn out & would eventually loose steering control.
Power steering fluid leaked causing smoke to pour from under hood.
Engine stalls occasionally.
Intermittent stalling.
Steering column actuator assembly rod came off causing the vehicle motor to continue to run after shutting off with key.
Power steering line failed, causing leakage under hood.
When turning the steering wheel, the steering pump is very, noisy. The pump was changed by dealer in oct 0f 95. The pump is noisy again and needs replacement at 75,000 miles.
Water leaks around the rear window.
Excessive play in steering causes vehicle to wander.
Windshield wiper arms peeling/rusting wiper blades, causing poor visibility.
Belt tensioner broke while driving, causing lost steering, replaced twice. Tt
Electrical system failure, ignition switch failed on two ocassions. Ttconsumer stated vehicle has lights but vehicle will not start, starte was replaced also tape deck button pops off, cust states when making turns there is a grinding noise, stabilizer links were replaced.
Steering locked up while driving, replaced rack and pump, to no avail. Tt
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