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.
1993 Mercury Sable visibility problems
46 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 46
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer21
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor10
- Windshield9
- Power window devices and controls6
- Rearview mirrors/devices2
- Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring1
- Rearview mirrors/devices: interior1
- Rear window wiper/washer1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Mercury Sable visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Mercury Sable visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Windshield wiper
ODI has received 50 additional complaiints on MY 1993 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable vehicles alleging malfunction of the windshield wiper system including; intermittent or complete stoppage of wiper sweeping; inadequate sweep speed; and other general complaints of poor performace.In some cases, the owner alleges havingto leave the roadway or roll down the window and manually restart the sweeping motion of the wiper arms.Other complaints allege that the wiper sweeps too slowly at the maximum speed setting resulting in inadequate vision during heavy precipition.Some complaints allge repeated wiper system malfunctions despirt having their vehicles serviced at Ford dealerships of replacement of the multi-function switch and/or wiper motor.Ford provided its response to an Information Request Letter indicating that the same wiper motor is used on the MY 1987-1993 Taurus and Sable; however, warranty and complaint data show that the MY 1993 is over represented and may warrant particular attention.An Engineering Ananlysis is necessary to determine if a potential safety defect exists.
EA99023
Windshield wiper
Alleged that the windshield wipers fail without warning
PE99015
What 1993 Mercury Sable owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Car has stalled since first day when stopping and upon acceleration engine stalls and won't crank,also had broken motor mounts,power windows not working,tachometer not working,windshield wiper was mising when bought.
Consumer stated the head gasket and thermostat were replaced.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
When turning windshield wipers off the stop in the up position doesn't work.
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.
The transmission is just one of the problems we have had with this car.the air conditioning never worked very well. December 1998 the air conditioning quit working completely. The cruise control quit working in 1996. One of the power windows quit working in 1997. The headliner near the back windshield started hanging down in 1998. Our latest problem is a blown head gasket. We had the transmission repaired 11/1/98 at a cost to us of $1,788.00. Plus it cost us over $100.00 to have the car towed. The ford company hasn't done anything to help us.
While consumer was adjusting rear view mirror entire windshield came apart. Contacted dealer, and dealer waas not willing to do anything.
Vehicle was parked inside of garage, and heard an explosion coming from garage. When he went to see what was going on, windows of vehicle had shattered all over garage . Vehicle was on fire coming from dashboard. Vehicle was totaled. There were no injuries.
For the first few weeks after each oil change, a strong "burning oil" smell is emitted into the passenger compartment (the smell is strongest at slow speeds and during idling). Also, a greasy film builds up on the interior of the windshield during this time. I have had several dealers (including morande ford and town & country auto group) and non-dealer mechanics try to fix this problem (numerous attempts during 1997 - 2000). No one has been able to fix it.
Questions about the 1993 Mercury Sable visibility
Does the 1993 Mercury Sable have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 46 complaints about the visibility of the 1993 Mercury Sable, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1993 Mercury Sable visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Mercury Sable visibility?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Mercury Sable have the most visibility problems?
The Mercury Sable model years with the most visibility complaints are 1993 (46 complaints), 2002 (27 complaints) and 1996 (26 complaints).
Other 1993 Mercury Sable problems
Engine 356Lights 62Suspension 52Brakes 48Transmission 48Electrical 46Body 35Steering 26Acceleration 25Airbags 24Fuel system 22Seat belts 8Tires 4Locks 2Seats 2
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