Consumer states that while driving the fan on the vehicle stopped and the engine overheated. The consumer could not drive the vehicle. Contacted dealer and the dealer is not willing to do anything. The consumer stated that the dealer replaced the engine cooling fan. But was advised that the fan will not operate due to a blown or shorted constant control relay module.
1995 Mercury Sable: engine failure
10 of the 350 complaints about the 1995 Mercury Sable describe engine failure.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 26 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Engine failure by model year
What owners say
Lionel barnet, p.a. Who is writing on behalf of mr. Bader states that the owner recevied notice of safety recall 01s30/o1m09 relating to cooling fan motor failure. Prior to receipt of recall notice, mr. Bader, a qualified automotive mechanic, found it necessary to repair his vehicle due to overheating and discovered that the fan motor had seized. Mr. Bader is requesting reimbursement of the reasonable charges he incurred in repairing his vehicle without further delay.
Our 1995 mercury sable had 54,500 miles on it and the head gaskets failed. Had vehicle towed to dealer and they explained that the head gaskets failed and that we may possibly need a new engine. We had previously rec'd several recall notices from mercury regarding 1994 and 1995 sable and defective head gaskets. When we rec'd notices we took vehicle to dealer and they explained that they could not replace the head gasket unless it was defective at the present time. Well, needless to say it was three months over the seven year or 100,000 warranty for the defective head gaskets and ours failed. I question why mercury did not replace all head gaskets if they were aware that they were defective. Spoke with our mercury dealer and he said that there is nothing he can do. I've been doing some research on the problem and I noticed that there are a lot more complaints about this issue. What can we as consumers do to have mercury replace all defective equipment? We are now out $1200.00 because of a know defective piece of euqipment.
Vehicle started to smoke/temperature gauge went to high. Called dealer, and they towed vehicle. A mechanic states that engine cooling fan was not blowing. Dealer replaced engine, and charged consumer for engine cooling fan for which there was a recall. Consumer's vehicle was not included in recall due to VIN.
Engine blewout after vehicle was repaired under extended warrnty of head gaskets. Manufacturer has been notified.
2nd time that the head gasket has blown on this engine. The original engine failed at 60k only got 50k out of this engine. I have a ford escort w/ 176k and have never had a problem with it.
Cylinder head gasket leaks due to faulty machining of cylinder head. Results in overheating, engine failure or fire. I had the water pump and radiator replaced before a goodyear tire center in cincinnati knew exactly what caused the overheating condition. They stated that they have been repairing 3.8l ford taurus and sable overheat conditions for 1994/95 models. They fix at least one a week and have been doing this for awhile. They state that the cylinder heads are not properly machined which causes the head gasket failure. My total bill was $1,178.41. For more information contact goodyear tire center, 6289 glenway ave., cincinnati, oh 45211, (513) 661-1510. I feel this should have been a direct recall due to the number of faulty machined cylinder heads. Thank-you for your help in resolving this issue.
Engine failure due to faulty hose manafold, causing entire engine to need replacing....
While waiting at a stop light, noticed an electrical smell(wiring) coming from under the hood. Proceeded onward & then the engine died out. Had the vehicle towed to a repair shop. Was informed by the mechanic that it was the fuel pump/fuel relay &associated wiring had melted, which caused the fuel pump to become charred. The fuel pump was replaced.
While driving vehicle on interstate at 72 MPH the engine blew out, causing loss of power without warning. Dealers could not find what caused problem.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation...
- Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge,...
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. tt
- Safety recall program 01S30 regarding additional coverage for engine cooling fan circuit breaker...
- On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil...
- Information regarding engine replacements warranty extension program. yh
- Information regarding premature failure of head gaskets. jb
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: taurus/sable vehicles equipped with 3.0l and 3.8l engines and mustang vehicles with 3.8l and 5.0l engines. It is possible for the engine cooling fan bearing to seize.
- Risk
- Should this occur, excessive heat could be generated which could melt the fan motor electrical connector. Components inside the cooling fan motor could ignite potentially resulting in an underhood fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the engine cooling fan assembly and install a circuit breaker. If the cooling fan is inoperative, the fan and motor assembly will be replaced. Owner notification began december 28, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.
Recall number 01V390000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan
- What is wrong
- These vehicles are originally sold or currently registered in the following states: alaska, iowa, minnesota, nebraska, north dakota, and south dakota. The vehicles involved are 1992-1994 tempo/topaz vehicles with 3.0l engines; 1994 tempo/topaz with 2.3l engines; 1992-1995 taurus/sable with 3.8l engines; 1994-1995 taurus/sable with 3.0l engines and 1992-1994 lincoln continental vehicles with 3.8l engines. During high winds, heavy, blowing and drifting snow, and low temperatures, the engine cooling fan can become blocked or frozen with snow. The fan motor may not rotate and could overheat.
- Risk
- This condition can cause smoke or flames from the fan and/or shroud, the fan electrical wiring, or the fan motor resulting in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an electrical jumper harness containing an automatic resetting circuit breaker to protect the fan motor low speed circuitry from overheating.
Recall number 97V019000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Mercury Sable engine failure
Is engine failure a common problem on the 1995 Mercury Sable?
10 of 350 owner complaints about the 1995 Mercury Sable (3%) mention engine failure. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Mercury Sable?
There are 2 recalls and 26 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Mercury Sable
Stalling 25Coil spring 18Overheating 17Fire or smoke 14Headlights 9Tire blowout 7Hesitation 6Transmission failure 6Adaptive cruise 5Grinding brakes 5Fuel smell 5Jerking 5Power steering loss 5
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