We found the following complaints for MERCURY SABLE (1996)
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While driving the airbags inadvertently deployed resulting in minor injuries.the dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable. The contact stated that while sitting on the passenger seat, he was involved in an accident. He mentioned that although he was properly wearing his seat belt and the airbag deployed, it failed to protect him. He mentioned that his head and right hand hit into the windshield and shattered it. He also suffered a concussion and injuries to his knees. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired.the failure and current mileages were 166,000. Updated 06/01/11*ljupdated 06/13/11
While driving 55 mph consumer depressed the brakes abruptly to avoid hitting a deer.once he stopped, the frontal air bags inadvertently deployed.
Neither aribag deployed when vehicle struck a ditch at 50 mph,3 occupants,no injuries.
Brake vaccum line broke, resulting in collision. However, the airbag did not deploy on contact.
Vehicle experienced sudden accelerationwhen brake pedal was applied while pulling into a parking space. Vehicle crashed into a center block building. Upon impact, both air bags did not depoly, and minor injuries were sustained by both driver and passenger. Dealer/manufacturer notified.
While traveling consumer lost control of vehicle asresult of an accident.also, air bags did not deploywithout any indication. Please provide further informaton.
Airbags inadvertently deployed while driving, resulting in injury. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
Driver's and passenger's side airbags deployed without any frontal collision while traveling on hwy at 55-65 mph, vehicle is a rental from hertz rental.
Automobile was parked on the street, and whenwife attempted to turn the auto on,passenger's side and driver's sideair bags deployed. Consumer's wife sustaines burns on body.
Consumer states that whenvehicle was hit in the front centerair bags did not deploy, causing minor injuries to the consumer. Dealer notified.
While driving at 35 mph, the consumer'svehicle hit another vehicle on the side. The air bags did not deploy and the passenger's side seat belt did not restrain the passenger. The consumer was inquiring about the status of the original complaint. *ph
While in the driveway turned the wheel and the airbags deployed on both sides. Consumer contacted dealer.
After hitting a deer at 25mphair bags deployed, and thendriver's side air bag bursted.twopassengers were injured.
Drive's side airbag deployed, andpassenger's side airbag deployed half way, and all these particles came flying everywhere. Consumer felt airbag exploded. Also, noticed a hole the size of a fist in passenger's side air bag.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable wagon. The contact stated the vehicle had been parked on sept 10,09 at 3:30, the next day, at 6:30 pm the vehicle caught fire. The vehicle was engulfed in flames. There were no injuries. The fire department extinguished the fired and stated that it was as electrical fire. A fire report is available if needed. The manufacturer was not notified. The insurance has not advised the contact if the vehicle was destroyed or not. An insurance adjuster will provide the findings as soon as possible. The failure mileage was 140,000. Updated 10/20/09 the consumer stated the transmission was replaced twice. Updated 10/23/09.
When the gear shift indicates the vehicle is in drive, reverse or overdrive the power steering almost goes completely out and the vehicle loses all electrical power.(steering, radio, locks, dash instruments).
When the gear shift indicates the vehicle is in drive, reverse or overdrive the power steering almost goes completely out and the vehicle loses all electrical power/ windows/radio, etc. The vehicle will be checked by dealer.
Electrical systemmalfunctioned without warning, causing power steering/ brakes/dash, and lights to fail.dealer has not seen vehicle.
The battery was inexplicably drained 6 weeks after we purchased the car.two days ago, the car slipped into neutral without warning whenever i turned or slowed down.now, it slips into neutral all of the time.
This problem has happened over and over again. They fix it and it still keeps on breaking down. Driver doorwon't lock, roof light stays on, panel light indicating all doors are open stays lit. Then it goes off and then on. Its a continous thing that happens. Yesterday. 11-28-01 it would not start. I bought a new battery and sometimes it starts and sometimes it doesn't. Do i qualify to get a loaner vehicle until they find out what is wrong with it. They don't seem to have any answers yet. My vehicle is paid offsince of last month. Erlinda l. Picazo
While driving on highway at approx. 65-70 mph noticed engine check lightand battery light coming on. Pulled over, turned off vehicle, and looked under hood. Noticed engine coolant overflowing onto ground. Tried to start vehicle, but engine would not start. Vehicle was inspected by dealer ,and informed consumer that engine had sucked up the water from the air filter which caused the engine head to crack. Can nhtsa help in this matter, and provide additional information.
Car stalled, thought it to be altenator, towed to my mechanic, found that the oil pump grear was stripped, and engine froze up, due to lack of lubricant.hd to replace with remanufactured engine,carhas been serviced as required from the day it was purchased new, with all service records retained.cost $4400.00 to replace.feel it is the responsibility of ford motor company to pay for the replacement.was out of warrenty, but engine still only had 31613 mileson it.
While driving at any speedengine will just die, causingvehicle to come to a stop. Dealer has been contacted.
While driving the car just dies and after waiting 15 mins. The car will restart.
Key is taken out of ignition in on position and car will still run.
Dealer replaced transmission. , then changed computer settings, fuel mileage cutby 1/3.
Vehicle stalled repeatedly. The ignition module was replaced, however the problem recurred.
Hot wire to fuel pump rubbing against sending unit, wearing through the insulation resulting in blown fuel pump fuses.nlm
I really need this problem resolved its very dangerous i recently saw a recall section in the newspapers with this problem similar to mine something about a tfi switch or something having to do with the vehicles stalling well i bought my car with a 2 month warranty an have since had the transmission checked and ive taken it to the ford dealer several times trying to have them diagnose the problem first they said they could find nothing wrong with it theni asked them to please try and diagnose the problem then they ended up saying it was the tfi switch or something so they replaced that but that wasnt the problem this is still happeing so did i pay for something i didnt need but thats not the issue the issue is this car
While drivingat 20 mph,vehicle caught on fire. Consumer openedhood and fire was coming under the engine.dealer was notified.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
After 10 minutes of being parked the car caught on fire under the hood,under the battery.please describe in detail.
A/c control lights inoperable - dealer states must replace entire dash including radio.replacement cost $800.00 plus labor.
I have a number of worries with my vehicle.the following are: when playing the radio/tape deck, you hear a loud buzzing noise coming through the speakers even if the radio is turned down; when steering from left to right you'll hear a cranking noise coming from the front end of car; car does not absorb bumps at all, it rocks, makes knocking noise coming from somewhere near wheels; when driving on highway at a speed of about 50-70 mph, car will sway, like a wind is blowing it away; feul sensor will float, you can not count on it to tell you how much gas you have; trunk hood flips up in the air so fast and hard, i have stunted my fingers before on it; the doors on the car have a sharp edge to it, if you don't stand back when opening the door, it can gash your leg; wind shield are a blind spot, to long, wipers are so strong they vibrate the car, unusually strong; back window on left side (passenger) will not roll up, or roll down sometimes; assembly of light moldings/fixtures in back of car are off(not evenly lined up), so is the leveling of trunk lid; car jumps when starting it up, like it's ready to pull off, even when your foot is on the brake; when moving the gears the car makes a knocking noise, and jumps also; brake light comes on and goes off at times; car loses power at times, even after the transmission was replaced in february, 2001; keyless alarm system is sensitive, sometimes a inconvience, if you pick keys up and touch the panic, or trunk release button it can be set off in the house, behind a brick wall.
Relevant information---engine was repaired on sept. 9/10, 2012same morning as the accident--car was driven to bank but as i was leaving i could not put car into reverse. A gentleman passerby was able to put it into reverse with effort and a loud noise in the gears. I proceeded to my exercise class which lasted one hour. Had no trouble with reverse gear this time.about 1/2 hour later i was turning into a parking lot and in a matter of minutes the engine started revving up and shot forward on its own, went over a curb & sidewalk and crashed into a brick wall at high speed.the air bags went off and with effort i was able to open the front door. I had minor injuries--nose, cut onelbow, banged up knees. The engine of the car kept roaring for possibly 15 minutes until someone cut thecable to the battery. The police reported that i had stepped on the gas instead of the brake which wastotally false. I remember distinctly thinking--there's something terrible wrong with my car. The insurance company was not interested in pursuing the cause which may have been related to the repair done onthe engine. They called the car a total loss.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where unknown repairs were performed. The failure recurred however and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the same failure on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 6,000 and the current mileage was 49,000.
Relevant information---engine was repaired on sept. 9/10, 2012same morning as the accident--car was driven to bank but as i was leaving i could not put car into reverse. A gentleman passerby was able to put it into reverse with effort and a loud noise in the gears. I proceeded to my exercise class which lasted one hour. Had no trouble with reverse gear this time.about 1/2 hour later i was turning into a parking lot and in a matter of minutes the engine started revving up and shot forward on its own, went over a curb & sidewalk and crashed into a brick wall at high speed.the air bags went off and with effort i was able to open the front door. I had minor injuries--nose, cut onelbow, banged up knees. The engine of the car kept roaring for possibly 15 minutes until someone cut thecable to the battery. The police reported that i had stepped on the gas instead of the brake which wastotally false. I remember distinctly thinking--there's something terrible wrong with my car. The insurance company was not interested in pursuing the cause which may have been related to the repair done onthe engine. They called the car a total loss.
The water pump failed on a 1996 mercury sable because sand from the engine casting got into the water pump
I was traveling home from my first long distance trip from napa, ca. To ventura, ca. When without any warning the cars temperature gauge went straight to hot, the engine light came on and the car lost total power, result? two blown head gaskets, numerous cooling parts replaced.when ford was contacted about reimbursement for a known defect (head gaskets) they said the goodwill policy doesn't count in my case because i took it to a repairshop other than ford.so here i am out $2,724.62 repair costs $400. Towing cost and another $250. In rental cost. I believe that i should be reimbursed my costs even though i didn't have the car repaired by ford, because i didn't know about the extended "goodwill" warranty until after the fact.so here is another sob story about defective head gaskets not being fixed. Ford knows about this serious problem and refuses to fix it.
Consumer had recall repair work on the heating and cooling system in april, now the freeze out plugs have gone bad and there is a blown gasket.
Vehicle experiencing problems with the heating/cooling system, consumer noticed brown corrosion in the radiator and reservoir, the radiator cap was replaced and a super flush was done to stop the problem, after the flush the heat still didn't work as it should, at the end of november, the consumer had to replace the radiator because of the corrosion, now there are signs of anti-freeze in the tailpipe, which could be a sign that the corrosion could be getting into the engine and possibly warping the heads.
The consumer experienced engine trouble.the consumer then opened the hood and saw flames. *ph the consumer first noticed there was a problem when the vehicle sputtered.upon stopping he noticed smoke coming out of the front end.the consumer put the flames out with a soda. *sc
I have had this car for one year and one half. I bought it from ray hudson chevrolet in la crosse ,wis. I had the car two weeks and the transmission had to be replaced. Two weeks after the front and back brakes had to be replaced. This was at the dealers exspense. I had to have a wheel bearing replaced and now after a year and 1/2 i have to replace the whole motor.
After vehicle was repaired underrecall# 98b2151, vehicle overheated.the thermostat and engine had to be replaced. The dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
Cooling system overflow reservoirhas rubbed against the fender, causing stress cracks on the buttom of the reservoir, resulting in coolant leakage . Manufactuer has redesigned part.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Coolant inside vehicle has deteriorated, causing engine to rust. Please add additional information.
When putting in coolant it leaks out by the time consumer reaches destination.
I am having a hard time getting ford pay for the problem with a warranty. No summary issued for above vehicle.
This problem matches the description of service program number 98b23, which expired on august 31, 1999. The original notification about this program was sent to my old adress, from wich i moved out on may 1998. I feel that this failure is a recognized manufacturer's defect and it should be repaired by the company at no cost to the owner.
Coolant turned to a rusty sluggy mixture. Freeze out plugs had to be replaced and system flushed.new coolant was added and it is already turning brown again.ford did do the work for free, but told me i was on my own if it occured again.have learned through various people that the same thing is happening to their sable and taurus cars.transmission has also had to repaired at a cost to me of $1750.00.when you come to a stop the car will then not go forward.you have to press in on the gas and make it lunge forward, sometimes causing the tires to "burn rubber" !we brought this problem to the service department three years ago andeach time we took thecar in the service staff informed us that there was no problem.on last visit is when the coolant problem was discoverd.was told that our car had "cancer"and should get rid of it, but not at their dealership.the problem with the transmission was a forward engagement piston.the company that made the repair had three other sables in the shop with the exact same problem - each with no support from ford.each were paying $1750.00.help!!!
Engine continually overheats. Consumer has had numerous repairs done to vehicle and the problem reoccurs. Every time consumer takes vehicle to dealer , dealer would always say something elseneeded to be done. The cost kept adding up, but condition still remained the same.
Vehicle started overheating.cooling system broke down to soon and caused erosion.ford developed a repair kit forcooling system.contacted dealer,anddealer paid half of the cost.
Coolant turned to acid and cause corrusion toheater plug and water pump.dealership is aware of problem.
Engine is rusting frominside out. All metal cooling lines replaced and now all freeze plugs need to be replaced, and antifreeze is brown.
The radiator is leaking fluid, the dealer and the consumer's mechanic can not find what is causing the leak.
After vehicle was repaired underrecall# 98b2151, vehicle overheated.the thermostat and engine had to be replaced. The dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
Radiator corroded & rusted; causing vehicle temperture to fluctuate while driving. Dealer notified.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving various speeds, the steering wheel was difficult to turn.the vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop who determined the engine mount and carriage frame rusted which caused the engine to slip from the mount.the vehicle was exposed to extreme winter weather and road salts.the repair shop concluded that a piece of steel needed to be added to each side of the engine mount to correct the problem.the manufacturer was not alerted.
Crankshaft pulley failed while driving in rainstorm.
Consumer states that while driving and without warning the engine overheated and blew and the vehicle started to smoke under the hood causing the consumer to pull over. Dealer notified ts
I was traveling home from my first long distance trip from napa, ca. To ventura, ca. When without any warning the cars temperature gauge went straight to hot, the engine light came on and the car lost total power, result? two blown head gaskets, numerous cooling parts replaced.when ford was contacted about reimbursement for a known defect (head gaskets) they said the goodwill policy doesn't count in my case because i took it to a repairshop other than ford.so here i am out $2,724.62 repair costs $400. Towing cost and another $250. In rental cost. I believe that i should be reimbursed my costs even though i didn't have the car repaired by ford, because i didn't know about the extended "goodwill" warranty until after the fact.so here is another sob story about defective head gaskets not being fixed. Ford knows about this serious problem and refuses to fix it.
Vehicle experiencing problems with the heating/cooling system, consumer noticed brown corrosion in the radiator and reservoir, the radiator cap was replaced and a super flush was done to stop the problem, after the flush the heat still didn't work as it should, at the end of november, the consumer had to replace the radiator because of the corrosion, now there are signs of anti-freeze in the tailpipe, which could be a sign that the corrosion could be getting into the engine and possibly warping the heads.
Engine gaskets failed, causing oil to leak onto ground.
While drivingengine collapsed due to rusting. This caused the frame to break.also, when the engine collapsed the ball joints broke,causing the tires to disengage from the vehicle.
Consumer recently had taken her vehicle for routine maintenance, and was informed that the vehicle had a leaking head gasket. *scc
While driving on highway at approx. 65-70 mph noticed engine check lightand battery light coming on. Pulled over, turned off vehicle, and looked under hood. Noticed engine coolant overflowing onto ground. Tried to start vehicle, but engine would not start. Vehicle was inspected by dealer ,and informed consumer that engine had sucked up the water from the air filter which caused the engine head to crack. Can nhtsa help in this matter, and provide additional information.
Vehicle stalled repeatedly. The ignition module was replaced, however the problem recurred.
The engine coolant system freeze-out plugs popped out of the engine block causing the coolant to leak profusely. *mjs
While driving on the njp about 55 mph vehicle began to lose power and just die. This happened without any kind of warning. Vehicle was towed to a dealership. Dealership detectedthe cause to be ablown engine head gasket. Head gasket was replaced. Owner is still experiencing problems withvehicle.the vehicle had been to the dealer three times but no solution is found.now the vehicle hits hard when in reverse,drive and park.
No light or sensor on the oil pump to indicate a failure which could eventually cause damages to parts and complete malfunction of the engine.systematic destruction of the engine of this vehicle took place in a chain-reaction from a simple oil pump failure.took dealer 3 weeks to repair the engine damage from the oil pump, covered half the cost of repair. *ml
Engine mountsbroke, causing the engine to drop due to corrosion.please give any further details.
Engine fails to start.
Car stalled, thought it to be altenator, towed to my mechanic, found that the oil pump grear was stripped, and engine froze up, due to lack of lubricant.hd to replace with remanufactured engine,carhas been serviced as required from the day it was purchased new, with all service records retained.cost $4400.00 to replace.feel it is the responsibility of ford motor company to pay for the replacement.was out of warrenty, but engine still only had 31613 mileson it.
Vehicle caught on fire while parked in the garage.consumer states abs light was coming the day vehicle was purchasd and dealer admtted that it was on but did not say anything, possible cause was fan from abs light.
While vehicle was parked a fire started in the engine compartment on theleft side offirewall, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Car fills with gas fumes and then stalls.
Front frost plug brokeand coolant leaked. Consumer hadengine replaced . Ford had a tsb / voluntary recall onvehicle for that problem. Contacted dealer.
Consumer is having some problems with engine,engine overheats and at times stalls.radiator has been replaced two times, headgaskets were replaced and finally engine was replaced.shocks were replaced.
When driving at any speed and without prior warningvehicle cuts off, causing loss of all power. Also, when making a left or right hand turn there is a knocking noise coming fromfront end. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.
The vehicles engine compartment caught fire, the consumer stated he recently had the transmission and that may have been the cause of the problem (ohio traffic crash report).nlm
While driving vehicle engine blew. Cause unknown. Owner notes problem may be internal.
I was traveling home from my first long distance trip from napa, ca. To ventura, ca. When without any warning the cars temperature gauge went straight to hot, the engine light came on and the car lost total power, result? two blown head gaskets, numerous cooling parts replaced.when ford was contacted about reimbursement for a known defect (head gaskets) they said the goodwill policy doesn't count in my case because i took it to a repairshop other than ford.so here i am out $2,724.62 repair costs $400. Towing cost and another $250. In rental cost. I believe that i should be reimbursed my costs even though i didn't have the car repaired by ford, because i didn't know about the extended "goodwill" warranty until after the fact.so here is another sob story about defective head gaskets not being fixed. Ford knows about this serious problem and refuses to fix it.
Motor threw a rod; out of warranty since purchased used; motor is "so new" have had to wait 3 weeks for parts; ford refuses to assist
The vehicle will shut down without prior warning.and the slidding door will unexpectly open while traveling.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
We have had technicians, mechanics, and ford engineers working on this car.as of this date, they can not fix the problem, car will only go 20mph and will not fire on plugs 1 and 5.all parts that could be wrong have been replaced.a complete check of the car shows no other problem.car also upon starting jerks.
Entire engine seized due to manufactuerer flaw, they refused to pay for repairs and so did the warranty company.
Engine is rusting frominside out. All metal cooling lines replaced and now all freeze plugs need to be replaced, and antifreeze is brown.
While driving 45 mph vehicle shuddered, then stopped, engine still running. Also, transmission had failed.
When driving the sable in hot weather conditions and decelerating the vehicle seems die when down to 10-15 mph. The dealer will not correct the problem free of charge. There is a service bulletin on this problem.
Check engine light appeared because engine failed resulting in over heating. Yh
Iwas driving on the trunpikeand then all of a suddentherewasno more powerihad to stay there tillthis man call the police the car should not do it.there was nowarningatall. I thenhad it towthree timefromtheplace where it broke down,then to the macenics shopthen from there to autolandthe total of thenopowerthe car started to burkandthat was the end of ititdidn;t startanymoretook to autolandwithharrylupotheysaid it was thisandtofindoutitwasthattobuttheyhadmycarforoveramonth.iwentandtookitouttheysaiditwasrunningfineistaredtodriveitallitdidwas back frieand ranveryhot.
High idle when moving from park to drive, causing vehicle to lurch forward, and it will also travel couple feet if foot is not on brakes hard.manufacturer issued atsb, but it does not correct defect.consumer states that this failure caused the liquid filled mounts to fail which also caused exhaust leak at manifold, the tsb number is 97-7-1, which states the pcm needed replaced due to an incorrect software identification block.drive and serpentine belts failed.
Drove through puddle of water.this caused main belt to slip, resulting in the driver losing control of vehicle. Happens every time vehicle is driven through water. Mechanic cannot locate the reason belts would slip.
When driving over puddles water will get into serpentine belt, causing power steering to go out momentarily, and loss of control.
Vehicle stalls every time in rainy weather, vehicle was taken to dealer on 5 occasions, dealer replaced serpentine belt and informed consumer that the manufacturer was designing a guard to prevent water from entering the vehicle, however, manufacturer was not aware of new guard.
Vehicle started to act sluggish, engine check light came on. Vehicle was not operating properly. Took to dealer who said that it was a multi-function relay switch that caused air pumpnot function properly.
Owner had heater core replaced 3 times,and fumes still enter into the vehicle, owner thinks fumes can cause fire.
Sensor and egr valve failed causing stalling.
Catalytic converter failed. Yh
Catalytic converter failed. Yh
When vehicle shifts gearsrpms stay at 1800-2000,will not go down, consumer has to shut off engine and restart. To dealer who replaced air bypass valve, then throttle positioner, coerrected problem for a short time only.air bypass valve and throttle positioner sensor were replaced on warranty.
Sensor and egr valve failed causing stalling.
Fan speed selection knob failed.
Air conditioner mold emitted a foul odor. *dh
Am section of radio emits loud static when driving then clears up and after a period of severaldays/weeks problem starts over again -if road surface is very smooth , radio appears ok - fm and casette work ok - dealer does not appear interested in fixing problem
Consumer complains that the jack folded the first time being used.*jg
Jack replaced.
This is the first time i used the jack. As i was tightening the last lug nut the jack collapsed.it was on a flat asphalt surface.the hinges of the jack had broken.
Owner's manual incorrectly identifies fuses in pwr dist. Box page 311. Dt
While driving, rear high brake light cover fell off into traffic. Could havecaused an accident.
Consumer states that there is poor visibility at night due to the plastic covering on the headlights. Please provide additional information.nlm
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Headlights become distorted of a film developing oncovering of the lens.this covering prevents visibility at night.owner is aware of others around the same year with same problem.please describe details.
Front head lights lens failed.
While driving and with no warning headlight lens fogs up, resulting in poor visibility while driving at night. Dealer notified.
The headlights on the vehicle are not aimed high enough. The lights have been adjusted 4x at the dealer.
Sealed headlight covers have become dull and it is difficult to see at night.consumer states headlight covers are defective.
When putting the headlight switch turned position and the switch got hot , on one occasion driving at night the light went off and came back on . Please describe .
Headlight switch gets abnormally hot when headlights are on.
Tail lamp bulb failed and replaced. Yh
Location of turn signals near center line of car make them difficult to interpret. *dh
Vehicle started to act sluggish, engine check light came on. Vehicle was not operating properly. Took to dealer who said that it was a multi-function relay switch that caused air pumpnot function properly.
Fuel shut-off switch tripped, shuting down the car on the highway after i went over a very small bump.
Car stalled at traffic light and had to be towed. Upon inspection by a mechanic, it was noted that the wires leading from the fuel pump had become frayed due to rubbing against the pump housing itself. A new pump was ordered from the ford dealer and the new pump was noted to have a thick protective sleeve around the wires to prevent them from fraying. The bare wires on my pump could easily cause a spark and explosion so i wrote to ford to apprise them of the situation. I heard from them about a week later and they basically told me to get lost, and that since i did not bring my car to a ford dealership for repair that i was out of luck and that they would not reimburse me. I also suggested they recall the part to prevent injury due to possible explosion due to this defective fuel pump design, but again they were not interested in hearing from me. Needless to say i will never buy another ford product again.
At highway speed, fuel pump failed, blew a fuse; the motor stopped.
Wire connecting fuel pump was without sleeve and wire was burnt almost into which could have led to an explosion costing me my life. I have the fuel pump in my possession that was removed. I need someone in charge to view this fuel pump in order to protect lives. I also would like compensation for my expenses.
Fuel pressure regulator failure due to a short in the power wire fuel pump, no fuel pressure.
The car stalled while driving due to a blown fuse and shorted wire on fuel pump.
Fuel vapor isleaking into vehicle. Also, vapors are so strong that consumercan even smell it while beingout of the car. Dealer notified.
Purchased car new there is a bad raw gas smell like there is a gas leak took to dealer can't find problem. Please describe .
Fuel pressure regulator failure due to a short in the power wire fuel pump, no fuel pressure.
Recall 98v067000/ manufacturer's recall 98s10/ fuel tank. Dealer cannot repair recall until december, 2000.
I have a number of worries with my vehicle.the following are: when playing the radio/tape deck, you hear a loud buzzing noise coming through the speakers even if the radio is turned down; when steering from left to right you'll hear a cranking noise coming from the front end of car; car does not absorb bumps at all, it rocks, makes knocking noise coming from somewhere near wheels; when driving on highway at a speed of about 50-70 mph, car will sway, like a wind is blowing it away; feul sensor will float, you can not count on it to tell you how much gas you have; trunk hood flips up in the air so fast and hard, i have stunted my fingers before on it; the doors on the car have a sharp edge to it, if you don't stand back when opening the door, it can gash your leg; wind shield are a blind spot, to long, wipers are so strong they vibrate the car, unusually strong; back window on left side (passenger) will not roll up, or roll down sometimes; assembly of light moldings/fixtures in back of car are off(not evenly lined up), so is the leveling of trunk lid; car jumps when starting it up, like it's ready to pull off, even when your foot is on the brake; when moving the gears the car makes a knocking noise, and jumps also; brake light comes on and goes off at times; car loses power at times, even after the transmission was replaced in february, 2001; keyless alarm system is sensitive, sometimes a inconvience, if you pick keys up and touch the panic, or trunk release button it can be set off in the house, behind a brick wall.
Interior system warning light comes on, indicating that the door is open whendoor is actually shut.dealer has been contacted.
The water pump failed on a 1996 mercury sable because sand from the engine casting got into the water pump
Interior system warning light comes on, indicating that the door is open whendoor is actually shut.dealer has been contacted.
Anytime the weather gets under 32 degrees outside door handles freeze up. The dealer has tried to correct this problem four times. Door handles continue to freeze up, replacement of the inner door switch mechanism necessary to complete repair, design of the plunger that is metal results in freezing, replacement of the plunger with plasticrectified situation.
The driver's door lock did not function properly.it constantly jammed not allowing consumer to open the door.*nlm
Rear hatch glass release button sticking.
Vehicle was parked. Opened doors to put children in. Opened hatchback & placed items inside.suddenly the all doors locked,would not open w/code or keys. Finally got doors open & took it to dealer. Had it repaired,but problem still exists.
I have had this car for one year and one half. I bought it from ray hudson chevrolet in la crosse ,wis. I had the car two weeks and the transmission had to be replaced. Two weeks after the front and back brakes had to be replaced. This was at the dealers exspense. I had to have a wheel bearing replaced and now after a year and 1/2 i have to replace the whole motor.
Speedometer cable bracket failed.
Just bought a mercury sable 1996. After driving this vehical for about 10 miles, the transmission began to slip badly. It began with having trouble accelerating from a complete stop. Luckily i was driving in a rural area with few stops and little traffic. By the time i stopped at the 3 stop sign. The transmission would no longer engage into 1st or 2nd gear. Never got into 4th gear. But had to get push the vehical from the last stop sign until i reached a small hill that allowed me to reach the speed so that 3rd was able to engage and was able to make it to my house. The car hasn't moved since then. Waste of $1,000!! transmission is finished.
When the vehicle is parked and transmission is in the park position, it will sometimes allow the vehicle to roll.
Sudden acceleration transmission is slipping.
When reverse is engaged it takes several minutes before it will engage.most transmissions when put in gear workimediately.i have always had a problem with this car.i have paid every time to have this problem fixed and it constantly reverts to the same problem.
When driving at any rate of speed vehicle will intermittently shutdown without warning. Cause unknown.please give any further details.
While vehicle is parked and key is out of ignition car starts to roll backward.
Cracked transmission case due to internal disintegration of pin
When automobile is placed in park, it does not automatically go into park.also, when the automobileis on a hill, it will move until emergency brake is on.in addition, it is hard to shift out ofpark. Recall 96v176ooo has been issued which deals with the same problem.however,this vehicle is not covered under the recalldue to vin.
When coming to a stop, the transmission would disengage out of drive into neutral. This has happened numerous times. Have been to dealer & so far nothing found.
Transmission required to be rebuilt. *mjs
Transmission jerks when slowing down to stop.
Control module for transmission failed, causing vehicle to slowly accelerate, also replaced transaxle.
Automatic transmission jerks and makes constant noise.
This vehicle has been grossly unreliable, this is certainly a lemon.i need your assistance or suggestion with these safety discrepancies.thanks. No safety defects listed in the summary.
I have a number of worries with my vehicle.the following are: when playing the radio/tape deck, you hear a loud buzzing noise coming through the speakers even if the radio is turned down; when steering from left to right you'll hear a cranking noise coming from the front end of car; car does not absorb bumps at all, it rocks, makes knocking noise coming from somewhere near wheels; when driving on highway at a speed of about 50-70 mph, car will sway, like a wind is blowing it away; feul sensor will float, you can not count on it to tell you how much gas you have; trunk hood flips up in the air so fast and hard, i have stunted my fingers before on it; the doors on the car have a sharp edge to it, if you don't stand back when opening the door, it can gash your leg; wind shield are a blind spot, to long, wipers are so strong they vibrate the car, unusually strong; back window on left side (passenger) will not roll up, or roll down sometimes; assembly of light moldings/fixtures in back of car are off(not evenly lined up), so is the leveling of trunk lid; car jumps when starting it up, like it's ready to pull off, even when your foot is on the brake; when moving the gears the car makes a knocking noise, and jumps also; brake light comes on and goes off at times; car loses power at times, even after the transmission was replaced in february, 2001; keyless alarm system is sensitive, sometimes a inconvience, if you pick keys up and touch the panic, or trunk release button it can be set off in the house, behind a brick wall.
Transmission has not worked properly since consumer purchased automobile. He had taken automobile back to the dealer for transmission repairs five times.transmission shifts improperly and bangs in to gear in certain down shift circumstance. The transmission dealer replaced a switch and adjusted two bands.
Transmission inadvertently shifted fromhigh gear to low gear.
While driving about 55 mph on the highway and without warning the overdrive light appeared on the dashboard fortransmission. The vehicle shut down, and was towed to the dealer for analysis.the vehicle had been at dealer more than once.
Car is a 1996 mercury sable, vin [xxx], with a defective transmission.car would lunge and jerk as car would slow and then re-accelerate (such as going into and out of a curve in town, or approachinga red light that changed to green before the car completely stopped.)car was first worked on 9/9/1999, at which time the car had 28,156 miles on it.the dealer replaced a sensor under warranty.the symptoms again started occurring about a year later.when serviced on 5/15/2001, the dealer could not find the source of the problem.finally, the transmission failed in april 2002.the transmission was replaced 4/24/2002 with less than 47,000 miles on the car.the car had an extended warranty from ford.at the time of the failure, the warranty had expired for time (greater than 5 years) but not mileage.however, the car was covered by the warranty (time and mileage) during both the september 1999 and may 2001 services.had the fault been properly diagnosed at either time while still under warranty, my contention is that the transmission would not have failed.i currently have the transmission.the gearing system has notches in the teeth.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The battery was inexplicably drained 6 weeks after we purchased the car.two days ago, the car slipped into neutral without warning whenever i turned or slowed down.now, it slips into neutral all of the time.
The vehicle was parked and with no warning rolled forward.the dealer was notified.the vehicle was stopped and the gear shift was in park.the consumer exited the vehicle, and when hereturned to the vehicle, it started to roll down the slope of the roadway.the consumer ran after the vehicle and was able to get it under control.*scc
Vehicle jumps and lurches out of gears while in motion.
Power train slipping and failure. Transmission will slip after first stop. Let set for a few minutes and restart, will drive until next stop.
Automatic transmission failed.
Vehicle neutrals out at a stop/a tsb has been issued.
While driving 45 mph vehicle shuddered, then stopped, engine still running. Also, transmission had failed.
Transmissioncauses the vehicle to jerkwhenever vehicle starts from a stopping position. Vehicle in dealer shop at this time.
Coolant turned to a rusty sluggy mixture. Freeze out plugs had to be replaced and system flushed.new coolant was added and it is already turning brown again.ford did do the work for free, but told me i was on my own if it occured again.have learned through various people that the same thing is happening to their sable and taurus cars.transmission has also had to repaired at a cost to me of $1750.00.when you come to a stop the car will then not go forward.you have to press in on the gas and make it lunge forward, sometimes causing the tires to "burn rubber" !we brought this problem to the service department three years ago andeach time we took thecar in the service staff informed us that there was no problem.on last visit is when the coolant problem was discoverd.was told that our car had "cancer"and should get rid of it, but not at their dealership.the problem with the transmission was a forward engagement piston.the company that made the repair had three other sables in the shop with the exact same problem - each with no support from ford.each were paying $1750.00.help!!!
I have a mercury sable 1996, manufactured in 9/95. Vin number [xxx]. My car has 58,000 miles and the transmission is almost gone. I was informed that there is a recall on the transmissions for this car and i am looking for the necessary information to take with me to dealer for replacement. I have also noticed that my car jerksforward when am taking off from a stopped position. I have done all that i can to take care of this car but nothing i do has worked. There are so many complaints and recalls on this car and i really need help with my research to present to the dealer when i take this car in for repairs again. A website if there is one to help find my vin #. Any recall information. Help! *nlminformation redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Vehicle rolled backwards down a hill and the parking brakes were not on. Once the vehicle was finished rolling down the hill,the vehicle ran into a pole.
When stopping at a light and taking off again the car takes a few seconds to move. When it does move,vehicle jerks forward hard enough to cause whiplash. Dealer says the vehicle needs a new transmission.
A clutch plate within transmission broke in 3 places. Transmission needs to be replaced.but,manufacturer is not providing or selling new transmission because it keeps failing.
During accelleration from stop to make left turn, transmission dissengaged.rear bearing failure caused dissintegration of transmission.dealer suspected faulty components/assembly but was unwilling to cover under warrantee which expired only 5000 miles earlier.contacted manufacturer who claimed no responsibility.
While pulling from a parking space, a piece of metal broke off on the inside of the transmission causing the gears to lock up and also the transfer case crack from the inside out. Dealer has been contacted, complete transmission rebuilt.
While driving transmission slips out of gearand goes into neutral. This problem becomes more pronounced when making a turn or slowing down.
Afterputting vehicle in park it rolled forward. Had to apply brakes for vehicle to stop. Vehichle was not on a hill.
When pulling onto a ramptransmission does not pick up whenaccelerator is applied.this is an intermittent problem.dealer has been contacted.
Transmission leaked fluid. Found crack in housing, caused by differential breaking down internally. Vehicle is just past 36,000 mile warranty. 2 days of labor and $1600 estimated repair for differential and transmission housing. Need to check if related to current "roll pin" transmission safety recall for 1996 sable.
Dealer replaced transmission. , then changed computer settings, fuel mileage cutby 1/3.
I was traveling on a highway with cruise control set at 65. There was a sudden high pitched whirring sound. I tapped the brake to disengage the cruise control. When i accelerated, there was no gear. I pulled to the side of the road and determined that i could not go forward or backward, or use any gear. I was towed 26 miles to the nearest dealership. 75% of the miles are hiway miles. There was no prior warning or malfunction.
Cracked tranmission case, pin came out of gear.
Intermittently the vehicle would not go into drive .ultimately vehicle would not go into gear.the manufacturer has paid half the cost of the repair.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable wagon. The contact stated the vehicle had been parked on sept 10,09 at 3:30, the next day, at 6:30 pm the vehicle caught fire. The vehicle was engulfed in flames. There were no injuries. The fire department extinguished the fired and stated that it was as electrical fire. A fire report is available if needed. The manufacturer was not notified. The insurance has not advised the contact if the vehicle was destroyed or not. An insurance adjuster will provide the findings as soon as possible. The failure mileage was 140,000. Updated 10/20/09 the consumer stated the transmission was replaced twice. Updated 10/23/09.
Erratically the transmission does not shift into gear.the dealer has been notified.
Premature transmission failure. *dsh
Transmission exhibits a shudder. Common practice on other similar vehicles. It also sticks when put into gear.
Well, the transmission i have, im on my second one (they sorta replaced/rebuilt my old one) is no different than the old one.i mean at least it uses the 2nd gear, which the other one never did.now i thought this was an isolated incident until i asked around.two of my friends have sable's in their families, one is a '96 like mine, the other a '97 and both of their cars have had serious transmission troubles.my friend's '96 doesnt even work anymore, hes rather angry about that and my other friends '97 is shaky.im worried now because im out of warranty, i only have a little over 20k on my car, i drive it really nicely, this shouldnt have happened.i feel its my duty to tell you guys i believe this should be recalled, someone will get seriously hurt from this one day im sure, but im sure it would take 50+ people before anyone does anything and that isnt going to happen, so im left with this great car and a terrible transmission.if you think you could get a recall going on these transmissions, or you need any info, call me before 1am cdt please at 972-964-1713
Transmission will not shift into gear. Cause unknown. Please describe.
(1) car shifts hard during acceleration and deceleration.speedometer does not work or bounces up, then down.check engine light comes on. (2) while driving at normal road speeds the transmission will switch to low gear causing sudden throw of driver inside car and at times when trying to accelerate there is a long delay in power to engine then sudden acceleration. (3) replaced cam sensor and other sensor three times and always fails again.
Automatic transmission burnt up after 2 mile trip
Owner received recall notice, contacted dealer and was told the parts were unavailable.recall #96v176000.
Problem started when shifting from park to drive, car would lurch forward unless you had brake pedal pushed down as hard as you could. Then while leaving a stop light car would hesitate then pick up speed very slowly, finally the car will not go into reverse. Transmission shop said that transmission had to be replaced. $1800.00 !!
Power steering components emitting a groaning noise. Vehicle taken to the dealer for service regarding this problem five times, but problem was not resolved. Also, transmission roughly downshifts in first gear, resulting in excessive jerking.
The transmission will shifts into neutral when the vehicle is in drive in a stopped position.in order to get it back into drive, the car has to be put in park and reshifted into drive again.
The transmission gave out, original transmission replaced at 50,000 miles. *cj
While shifting from "drive" to "reverse" in a parking lot, the transmission "just fell apart" according to the service manager at whitten lincoln/mercury in richmond, va.i can only imagine what might have happened had the vehicle been moving down the highway when the transmission "fell apart".please note the transmission underwent repair for a "park pawl" defect a year earlier and had the regular transmission service only a few months before the failure.
High idle when moving from park to drive, causing vehicle to lurch forward, and it will also travel couple feet if foot is not on brakes hard.manufacturer issued atsb, but it does not correct defect.consumer states that this failure caused the liquid filled mounts to fail which also caused exhaust leak at manifold, the tsb number is 97-7-1, which states the pcm needed replaced due to an incorrect software identification block.drive and serpentine belts failed.
Recall campaign 96v176000 was issued.when engaging the vehicle into park it beganto roll.however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.the vehicle does not enage in park and will not pass inspection.*tc
Automatic transmission gearbroke into the transmission system which almost caused loss of vehicle control.please provide further information.
The check engine light came on so the car was taken to the dealer to check it out on november of 1998.the dealer said it was a bad shift solinoid that would not effectthe car very much but, should be replaced sometimes. On feb. 4, the vehicle would not start so it was towed to a local garage, they said that it needed to go to a dealer because they didn't have the proper computer to diagnose the problem.the carwas then towed to bob hastings ford, east rochester ny, where they found that a fuel sensor was misssing.i contend that the sensor was never there to start with but, having no way to prove it could not get them to warranty it.two weeks later the transmission began to slip so i drove it to empire transmission, webster ny, where i was told i needed to have the transmission rebuilt. I contacted ford to see if they would cover part of the work, but i was told that since i didn't have an extended service plan there was nothing they could do.i think this is premature failure for a transmission not used for towing or off road.
Transmission jumped out of gear, causing injury to consumer.
Whenshifting gearfrom park to drive and without foot depressed on the brake pedal,vehicle was able to move out of gear due totransmissioninterlocksystemmalfunctioning. Consumer has contacteddealer. Please provide any further details.
Without the key in the ignition and vehicle in the park position, the vehicle rolls forward on flat surface.please give any further details.
Control module for transmission failed, causing vehicle to slowly accelerate, also replaced transaxle.
Transmission leaked fluid, caused by differential gears disintegrating internally and cracking transmission case. $1700 repair.
The vehicles engine compartment caught fire, the consumer stated he recently had the transmission and that may have been the cause of the problem (ohio traffic crash report).nlm
The transmission failed causing the vehicle to roll out of park and the vehicle will not go over 30 mph because the high gears were broken.nlm
While driving, the transmission slips and would not shift into other gears. Cause unknown.please give any further details.
The transmission failed causing the vehicle to roll out of park and the vehicle will not go over 30 mph because the high gears were broken.nlm
While driving the passenger's side automaticseat belt locks up, causing consumer to release belt from buckle so that seat belt can unlock.cause unknown.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable. The contact stated that while sitting on the passenger seat, he was involved in an accident. He mentioned that although he was properly wearing his seat belt and the airbag deployed, it failed to protect him. He mentioned that his head and right hand hit into the windshield and shattered it. He also suffered a concussion and injuries to his knees. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired.the failure and current mileages were 166,000. Updated 06/01/11*ljupdated 06/13/11
Had rec'd recall notice #98v198000 in mail. Contacted dealer. Took vehicle for appt. Had vehicle repaired. Been having problems with heater core which was replaced 6 times. Coolant system blowing into vehicle. Can smell it. Mechanic can not locate cause of problem.
Rear middle seat belt buckle is broken, causingseat belt to become inoperable. Cause unknown.please give any further details.
Driver's side shoulder seat belt isn't working due to the latch that come across the consumer's chest won't come out.
Seat belt latch came apart.
While driving at 35 mph, the consumer'svehicle hit another vehicle on the side. The air bags did not deploy and the passenger's side seat belt did not restrain the passenger. The consumer was inquiring about the status of the original complaint. *ph
The seat belts on both sides of the front seat, driver's side and passenger's side became inoperable at approximately 50000 miles.we didn't notice that they were inoperable, only that the belts would catch in the door when we shut the door.after a while, after the warranty ran out, we realized that the reason that the belts were getting caught in the door was because they were not retracting properly.we took the car to the dealer, walser lincoln-mercury at the above address.the seat belts on both sides were replaced on 1/8/02.the passenger seat is used for less than half of the miles driven.i would not be surprised if one of the belts failed but don't think that both belts should fail.that seems like a manufacturing defect is likely.
Rear center seat belt will not return/retract.*mjs
Whenvehicle came to rest in a ditchdriver noticed that rear center seat belt did not restrain css properly, it slid down betweenfront and rear seats.
Two boxes (about 30-40 lbs each) in trunk slid forward upon hard, emergency braking from about 25 mph.boxes slammed into right rear fold down seat back, causing seat back to open.boxes entered into right rear seating area.toddler in child seat on left rear side.no injuries.
The outer door handles become inoperable when the vehicle is left in the rain.condition varies from totally inoperable to difficult to open. The vehicle opens easily from the inside.it has also happened once on the front left door.the dealer never heard of that happening before.if you slam the door real hard it fixes itself. When the condition goes away the doors open like new again until another rain.
The steel brake lines to the rear breaks rusted and my breaks failed. I have looked at three other cars of the same type and tey have the same problem. This could kill someone.
I have had this car for one year and one half. I bought it from ray hudson chevrolet in la crosse ,wis. I had the car two weeks and the transmission had to be replaced. Two weeks after the front and back brakes had to be replaced. This was at the dealers exspense. I had to have a wheel bearing replaced and now after a year and 1/2 i have to replace the whole motor.
Consumer complained abouta brake problem.when driving through the rain warning dash lights come on, and the vehicle stalled.
In the rain driving 35 mph the vehicle's defective abs system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which almost caused an accident.
Driving car to get boyfriend, weather rainy, rd slick/wet, cadillac making left turn, applied brakes (abs), car skidded on rd, lost control of car.
Vehicle caught on fire while parked in the garage.consumer states abs light was coming the day vehicle was purchasd and dealer admtted that it was on but did not say anything, possible cause was fan from abs light.
Abs system failed causing light to illiminate 2 repairs due to faulty diagnosis on 1st visit. Yh
While traveling 50mph driver appliedbrakes, butpedal went to floor andvehicle did not slow down or stop, eventually coming to rest in a ditch. Consumer states 3 people were injured in accident.
Abs brakes;when applied brakes lost effectiveness,pedal went to the floor , vehicle went into open throttle position,12:00 o'clock position, speed 35mp lost control, resulting in an accident.
Brakes failed.hard pressure on brake pedal resulted in no braking from a speed of 25mph.car was stopped when it hit a house.damage appears total. Abs brakes have failed in two earlier incidents: one required about $800 of repairs and some property damage.car was purchased from ford motor company after the first owner returned the vehicle for brake problems ford certified that the brakes had been repaired to "new" condition.
Brake system warning lamp remains illuminated continuously. Vehicle not included in recall 96v016000.please give any further details.
Brake shift interlock permitted shift from park with engine running without foot pressure on brake pedal
I have a number of worries with my vehicle.the following are: when playing the radio/tape deck, you hear a loud buzzing noise coming through the speakers even if the radio is turned down; when steering from left to right you'll hear a cranking noise coming from the front end of car; car does not absorb bumps at all, it rocks, makes knocking noise coming from somewhere near wheels; when driving on highway at a speed of about 50-70 mph, car will sway, like a wind is blowing it away; feul sensor will float, you can not count on it to tell you how much gas you have; trunk hood flips up in the air so fast and hard, i have stunted my fingers before on it; the doors on the car have a sharp edge to it, if you don't stand back when opening the door, it can gash your leg; wind shield are a blind spot, to long, wipers are so strong they vibrate the car, unusually strong; back window on left side (passenger) will not roll up, or roll down sometimes; assembly of light moldings/fixtures in back of car are off(not evenly lined up), so is the leveling of trunk lid; car jumps when starting it up, like it's ready to pull off, even when your foot is on the brake; when moving the gears the car makes a knocking noise, and jumps also; brake light comes on and goes off at times; car loses power at times, even after the transmission was replaced in february, 2001; keyless alarm system is sensitive, sometimes a inconvience, if you pick keys up and touch the panic, or trunk release button it can be set off in the house, behind a brick wall.
When car is put on a standard tire shop lift the rear higth sensing valve goes past its limit which allows constant pressure to be applied to rear brakes, and can lead to brake failure in less than 400 miles.
Driver noticed pulsation/vibration when applying the brakes at highway speed. Dealer informed theowner that the front rotors were so badly warped that had to be replaced.
Rotors of the car continue to warp and i have spoken to many repair shops and they have told me this is a common problem.with the rotors warpingthis could make braking safely difficult or impossible.
Brake rotors warped causing vibration.
Dt*: the contact stated the brake lines from the front to the rear of the vehicle rusted causing brake fluid to pour from the tubes.as a result, the brakes failed without warning.the brake pedal went to the floor while traveling at 25 mph on a dry highway.upon inspection of the vehicle, the contact noticed pit holes in the tubes located in the fuel lines where the rust appeared.the vehicle was towed to a dealership to have the brakes repaired.
Brake vaccum line broke, resulting in collision. However, the airbag did not deploy on contact.
Steering failure.
Consumer was driving on dry pavement then all of a sudden no steering, which almost resulted in an accident.
Steering problems due to high torque.
Steering noise.
Steering failure resulted in an accident.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable. While driving at various speeds, a squeaking noise was heard under the vehicle, especially when slowing down, making turns, and reversing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cradle and subframe bushing were corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, while driving at certain speeds and making right or left turns, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
When steering wheel is turned to the right grinding noise occurs.
While driving on the expressway at or about 70 mph the bolts on the steering column fell on to the floor of the car, causing the wheel to turn in, owner had no control over vehicle after bolts came lose, this incident caused other accidents on the expressway, manfacturer contacted.
There is a noise coming from the steering column. Dealer recognizes problem, but can't fix it.
When making a hard turn loud noise like banging occurs in the steering. Dealer is not aware of the problem yet. Provide further information.
I have a number of worries with my vehicle.the following are: when playing the radio/tape deck, you hear a loud buzzing noise coming through the speakers even if the radio is turned down; when steering from left to right you'll hear a cranking noise coming from the front end of car; car does not absorb bumps at all, it rocks, makes knocking noise coming from somewhere near wheels; when driving on highway at a speed of about 50-70 mph, car will sway, like a wind is blowing it away; feul sensor will float, you can not count on it to tell you how much gas you have; trunk hood flips up in the air so fast and hard, i have stunted my fingers before on it; the doors on the car have a sharp edge to it, if you don't stand back when opening the door, it can gash your leg; wind shield are a blind spot, to long, wipers are so strong they vibrate the car, unusually strong; back window on left side (passenger) will not roll up, or roll down sometimes; assembly of light moldings/fixtures in back of car are off(not evenly lined up), so is the leveling of trunk lid; car jumps when starting it up, like it's ready to pull off, even when your foot is on the brake; when moving the gears the car makes a knocking noise, and jumps also; brake light comes on and goes off at times; car loses power at times, even after the transmission was replaced in february, 2001; keyless alarm system is sensitive, sometimes a inconvience, if you pick keys up and touch the panic, or trunk release button it can be set off in the house, behind a brick wall.
"clunking/popping" noise upon turning.
Steering wheel broke.
Power steering locks up while driving, causng accident.
While traveling consumer lost control of vehicle asresult of an accident.also, air bags did not deploywithout any indication. Please provide further informaton.
When vehicle is placed into a driving gearpower steering goes out.dealer has been contacted.
Power steering assist is lost during deacceleration during cold weather (<320f) making it difficult to turn vehicle.local dealer reviewed problem and could not determine cause during first two visits.third visit they want to start swoping out components out at high $ cost.ford customer assistance contacted with no results.dealer requested to contact factory regional rep. For review for debugging and factory technical assistance.no results todate 2/17/00.
Clunking and popping noise from power steering unit during right turns, at any speed.
Power steering failed while driving. Consumer had to turn vehicle off and restart vehicle to regain power steering. *scc
Power steering failure resulting in grinding noise.
Problem with power steering, causing grinding sound.
When it rains and water gets into the engine the battery light comes on and experiences loss of power steering.the dealer said that this was a common occurrence, and advised the ownernot to drive the vehicle whenit rains. Owner also notified the manufacturer by mail of this problem.
Power steering goes on and off at will, causing consumer's windows not to operate.problem still occurs after vehicle had been taken in for repair. *ml
Power steering components emitting a groaning noise. Vehicle taken to the dealer for service regarding this problem five times, but problem was not resolved. Also, transmission roughly downshifts in first gear, resulting in excessive jerking.
My 1996 mercury sable has developed several power steering problems 1 month after warranty which ford dealer refuses to fix.
When the gear shift indicates the vehicle is in drive, reverse or overdrive the power steering almost goes completely out and the vehicle loses all electrical power.(steering, radio, locks, dash instruments).
When making a sharp right turn vehicle made a groaning noise.vehicle was taken todealership. Dealer determined the problem was related torack and pinion steering. Rack and pinion steeringhas been replaced four times. Also,power steering pump has been replaced twice, along with thepressure and return hoses.vehicle is still undriveable.please provide any further information.
Power steering gear and the return line is leaking steering fluid.the dealer has been notified.rack & pinion assembly (original) is defective.
When the gear shift indicates the vehicle is in drive, reverse or overdrive the power steering almost goes completely out and the vehicle loses all electrical power/ windows/radio, etc. The vehicle will be checked by dealer.
When making a sharp right turn vehicle made a groaning noise.vehicle was taken todealership. Dealer determined the problem was related torack and pinion steering. Rack and pinion steeringhas been replaced four times. Also,power steering pump has been replaced twice, along with thepressure and return hoses.vehicle is still undriveable.please provide any further information.
When driving andupon makingleft or right hand turns consumerheard a grinding noise coming from front end. Contacteddealer, dealer noted that right hand tie rodfailed at 25 thousand miles. Also,left hand side tie rodfailed at 44 thousand miles due to poor or no lubication.tie rods have been replaced. Please provide any further details.
While drivinginner tie rod unthreaded, causingvehicle to be undriveable. Dealer has repaired vehicle.
Rack and pinionsteering was replaced under warranty in feb 2000. Currently,it needs to be replaced again. Consumer states dealership replaced the rack and pinion the first time, and now that it needs to be replaced again they are refusing, consumer was informed by dealership that things just happen.
Rack and pinion failed, was replaced and the replacement failed three months later.
Power steering gear and the return line is leaking steering fluid.the dealer has been notified.rack & pinion assembly (original) is defective.
Dealership replaced the defective rack and pinion assembly with another defective unit resulting in vehicle fire due to leakage of fluid. *mjs
When turning the steering wheel, the steering wheel gets stiff and makes it diffacult to steer. Please describe.
When making a sharp right turn vehicle made a groaning noise.vehicle was taken todealership. Dealer determined the problem was related torack and pinion steering. Rack and pinion steeringhas been replaced four times. Also,power steering pump has been replaced twice, along with thepressure and return hoses.vehicle is still undriveable.please provide any further information.
Power steering rack gear assembly failed.
Dt:contact states the body of the car corroded from inside out,where the frame bolts were located. Contact called a ford dealer, who stated there wasno a recall on this vehicle.
I am very concerned about the failure of the rear submounts in my car. I purchased a premium extended service plan with the car and i am told these components are not covered because they are part of the " structure " of the car and are a safety hazard should they fail. In fact the components do not even appear on the maintenance schedule for my car!
Roof molding failed.
Sunvisor can not be utilized on the side windows due to the curvature of the roof.
The cup holder releases cup whenevercoming to a stop. Ford customer service lucretia-- and supervisor ester-- state there is nothing they can do under ford policy. Consumer looked at the 97 and 98 mercury sables,and the console cup holders are newly designed so they would not have the problem.
The passenger door could not be opened from the outside.
Anytime the weather gets under 32 degrees outside door handles freeze up. The dealer has tried to correct this problem four times. Door handles continue to freeze up, replacement of the inner door switch mechanism necessary to complete repair, design of the plunger that is metal results in freezing, replacement of the plunger with plasticrectified situation.
No summary listed for this vehicle.
The vehicle will shut down without prior warning.and the slidding door will unexpectly open while traveling.
Outside door handles failed. Also, windows steam up when defroster is first strated, cannot see outside of window.
The door panels have been a problem on this vehicle since my ownership of the car. I keep taking it back to the dealership where i have my car serviced and they keep charging me for putting them back together. The never seem to last longer than 6 months.
The curved metal extension at the outer end of the bottom of the front doors protrudes too far out and makes closing the doors very dangerous when it comes to having your body and leg clear of this protrusion. My wife's leg was seriously gauged last night by this protrusion. The combination of this curved heavy metal protruded edge on the mercury sable wagon is made more dangerous as far as passenger safety goes as this car is also low to the ground. I think others should be made aware of the flaw in design of these passenger doors.
This problem has happened over and over again. They fix it and it still keeps on breaking down. Driver doorwon't lock, roof light stays on, panel light indicating all doors are open stays lit. Then it goes off and then on. Its a continous thing that happens. Yesterday. 11-28-01 it would not start. I bought a new battery and sometimes it starts and sometimes it doesn't. Do i qualify to get a loaner vehicle until they find out what is wrong with it. They don't seem to have any answers yet. My vehicle is paid offsince of last month. Erlinda l. Picazo
When it rains the outside door handles fail.this only happens when it rains. This problem doesn't allow the consumer to get into the vehicle when it rains. Dealer has been contacted.
Driver and passenger door handles defective.
Design of door has a sharp point which gashed consumer's leg.consumer is researching for other incidents to bring forward to manufacturer.
Consumer complains that upon opening door right sharp corner edge of door strikes shin.
I have a number of worries with my vehicle.the following are: when playing the radio/tape deck, you hear a loud buzzing noise coming through the speakers even if the radio is turned down; when steering from left to right you'll hear a cranking noise coming from the front end of car; car does not absorb bumps at all, it rocks, makes knocking noise coming from somewhere near wheels; when driving on highway at a speed of about 50-70 mph, car will sway, like a wind is blowing it away; feul sensor will float, you can not count on it to tell you how much gas you have; trunk hood flips up in the air so fast and hard, i have stunted my fingers before on it; the doors on the car have a sharp edge to it, if you don't stand back when opening the door, it can gash your leg; wind shield are a blind spot, to long, wipers are so strong they vibrate the car, unusually strong; back window on left side (passenger) will not roll up, or roll down sometimes; assembly of light moldings/fixtures in back of car are off(not evenly lined up), so is the leveling of trunk lid; car jumps when starting it up, like it's ready to pull off, even when your foot is on the brake; when moving the gears the car makes a knocking noise, and jumps also; brake light comes on and goes off at times; car loses power at times, even after the transmission was replaced in february, 2001; keyless alarm system is sensitive, sometimes a inconvience, if you pick keys up and touch the panic, or trunk release button it can be set off in the house, behind a brick wall.
This poroblem affectsall 1996through1999 mercury sables &ford tauruses.it is not advertised nor listed in equipment specifications on the msrp.the trunk lid is not manufactured with galvanized steel .it was manufactured with either plastic or aluminum.the only way i found out about thi s was when i attemptedto put my magnetic c.b. Antennaon the trunk. The antenna wouldn't attach to the trunk.i tried the magnet on allsable and tauruses from '96 through 99,and the same thing happened. I tried the magnet oncontours,mystiques,escorts,ford crown vic's,grand marqui's,lincolns and the magnetic antenna worked.i seriously think the government should do something about this problem.i believe if these automobiles areinvolved in a rear end collisionit wouldcause greater injuries than if the vehicle was manufactured with steel.i will apprecite hearing from you agencysince the person i spoke with on the phone said i should contact you.thank you very much,james h. Lane.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance and the mechanic discovered that the engine cradle and the subframe were severely rusted and corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 95,000.
Due to design the engine serpentine belt and pulleys failed while driving in water, the splash shields are not adequate.
This did not show up until around the summer of '97,when i bought the car. This is because,it only happens when the car has sat in sun for awhile. Then on the road at around 60mpr you get this high whistle,which seems to come from somewhere on the passenger side outside around the engine area. The noise varies depending on the speed(seems to stop under 55) and variations in the roadway. My own guess is that something expands in the heat of the sun and when air at a certain speed comes in contact it either vibrates or it's the air going through it. The dealer has looked,guessed it was a missing screw just below the windsheld(wrong!) and gave up.this may not sound like a safety hazzard but it is very distracting after several miles.and like i said it only seems to happen in the hot sun. Would appreciate any help you have to offer. It's driving my wife crazy.thank you
While drivingengine collapsed due to rusting. This caused the frame to break.also, when the engine collapsed the ball joints broke,causing the tires to disengage from the vehicle.
- the contact has a 1996 mercury sable with an odometer reading of 60000 miles; the subframewas rusted. The contact heard a cracking noise when making left turn at5 mph under dry conditions.when the contact looked under the car he found that the subframerusted off of the vehicle.this failure is addressed under recall 98v323000 frame and members. The contact called the manufacturer,and was told that the car was too old for them to take any action.the contact said that he would have pictures and a repair order.updated 02/22/07.
A bolt holding the right front subframe came ripped away from its bracket. It caused the engine to pull to the right and ripped a vaccum line from the brake distribution assembly located on the firewall. I lost the power assist for the brakes and fortunately it happened at a slow speed.it cost me approximately $315.00 to have the problem fixed.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable. While driving at approximately 5 mph the contact heard a popping sound coming from the under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. The mechanic stated therear lower subframe was fractured due to corrosion and could detach from the vehicle. There was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 98v323000 (structure:frame and members) that may be related to the failure but did not include 1996 models. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving various speeds, the left front wheel stabilizer arm wobbled from side to side.the vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop and it was determined, the front undercarriage and engine mounts were rusted.the vehicle was exposed to extreme winter weather and corrosive road salts.the repair shop concluded that due to the extensive corrosion, the problem could not be corrected.the manufacturer was not alerted.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving various speeds, the steering wheel was difficult to turn.the vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop who determined the engine mount and carriage frame rusted which caused the engine to slip from the mount.the vehicle was exposed to extreme winter weather and road salts.the repair shop concluded that a piece of steel needed to be added to each side of the engine mount to correct the problem.the manufacturer was not alerted.
The sub frame on my son's 96 mercury sable suddenly broke loose and nearly caused him a serious accident. The steerinmg of the vehicle became very eratic and as such lost control of the vehicle. Luckily no one was hurt.the area where the frame attaches to the body had literaly rusted away and the subfram had shifted.i checked the complaint databases and found ford had a recall on sables and tauruses for subframe failures from 89 to the 95 model in saltbelt states. The same type of failures listed in the recall informatioin are also endemic to the 96 model. Other than the subframe failure the car was in excellent shape and well maintained. The major concern i have is how many other 96' sable and tauruses are still on the roads in the saltbelt states with the potential for a very serious and life threatening accident to occur due to this defect. I seriously believe that ford or some governmental agency should require warnings to be issued to owners of these cars to have them inspected before people who are driving these cars find themselves in a serious accident.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable. While driving at various speeds, a squeaking noise was heard under the vehicle, especially when slowing down, making turns, and reversing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cradle and subframe bushing were corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, while driving at certain speeds and making right or left turns, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
While driving at 70 mph the rubber on the tire came off and damaged thebumper/fender, and part of the rubber hit another vehicle which damaged the other vehicle's windshield.also,some type of noise within the vehicle, and vehicle was going from side to side.
The left front spring pierced the front tire, after it had broken in two while consumer was backing out of driveway, dealer found passenger spring, stablizer link, and strut bearing broken, both springs were replaced.manufacturer notified.
When driving at any speed and without prior warningvehicle cuts off, causing loss of all power. Also, when making a left or right hand turn there is a knocking noise coming fromfront end. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.
Large vibration sound heard when vehicle makes right hand turns, front end supension/axle repaired and lubed sway bar bushings.
While drivingengine collapsed due to rusting. This caused the frame to break.also, when the engine collapsed the ball joints broke,causing the tires to disengage from the vehicle.
While driving passenger's front wheel fell off.consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined thatfront passenger upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to corrosion.
While drivingengine collapsed due to rusting. This caused the frame to break.also, when the engine collapsed the ball joints broke,causing the tires to disengage from the vehicle.
While driving passenger's front wheel fell off.consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined thatfront passenger upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to corrosion.
Consumer is having some problems with engine,engine overheats and at times stalls.radiator has been replaced two times, headgaskets were replaced and finally engine was replaced.shocks were replaced.
The consumer stated that while driving, thespring puncture the right front tire.dealer notified. *ph as soon as the vehicle was place in reverse there was a loud noise and the front left side of the vehicle collapsed.when the consumer attempted to replaced the tire he noticed that the coil spring broke which in turn punctured the tire. *scc *nlm
Dt*:the contact stated while driving various speeds, the left front wheel stabilizer arm wobbled from side to side.the vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop and it was determined, the front undercarriage and engine mounts were rusted.the vehicle was exposed to extreme winter weather and corrosive road salts.the repair shop concluded that due to the extensive corrosion, the problem could not be corrected.the manufacturer was not alerted.
Failed sway bar links caused clunking noise when turning.
While driving about 70 mph rear tire blewout without prior warning.
While drivingengine collapsed due to rusting. This caused the frame to break.also, when the engine collapsed the ball joints broke,causing the tires to disengage from the vehicle.
Pe00 048; consumerwas traveling 45mph onhighway and was able to pull over toshoulder.left front tire tread separated. Cientera medalisc/bf goodrich,and goodyear p20565r15.there were no injuries reported.
Engine checklightcomes onintermittently.
Check engine light failed.
Trim panel fell from under tight side dash.
Intermittently engine checklight illuminates while driving.the dealer has inspectedvehicle and has not been able to duplicateor correct the problem.
While driving on highway at approx. 65-70 mph noticed engine check lightand battery light coming on. Pulled over, turned off vehicle, and looked under hood. Noticed engine coolant overflowing onto ground. Tried to start vehicle, but engine would not start. Vehicle was inspected by dealer ,and informed consumer that engine had sucked up the water from the air filter which caused the engine head to crack. Can nhtsa help in this matter, and provide additional information.
Lower piece of dash cracked and broke off.
No summary listed for this vehicle.
Vehicle started to act sluggish, engine check light came on. Vehicle was not operating properly. Took to dealer who said that it was a multi-function relay switch that caused air pumpnot function properly.
While in park engine would idle at a very high speed.also, while driving at any given speed vehicle will accelerate on its own, and it is very difficult to stop vehicle.please provide any additional information/attachments. *consumer has not takenvehicle todealership.
Driver loses ability to control vehicle speed.vehicle goes 40 mph without depressing the gas pedal, lurches after stops and idles over 2000 rpms.dealer replaced the throttle control cable and valve-air by pass. (parts number 9715, 9f715)
Vehiclespeeds up when coming to a stop . Problem is sporadically. Manufacturer is unable to fix vehicle.
Driver loses ability to control vehicle speed.vehicle goes 40 mph without depressing the gas pedal, lurches after stops and idles over 2000 rpms.dealer replaced the throttle control cable and valve-air by pass. (parts number 9715, 9f715)
Upon starting the vehicle, it accelerated at a high speed whenthe gear was placed in reverse. When this occurred, the vehicle lost steering power assist and brakes.the vehicle stopped when it hit an object. The driver then put vehicle into drive and turned the ignition off, but the vehicle accelerated forward. The vehicle then made several turns before stopping again. This failure occurred once before. The cause of the failure was undetermined.
When vehicle shifts gearsrpms stay at 1800-2000,will not go down, consumer has to shut off engine and restart. To dealer who replaced air bypass valve, then throttle positioner, coerrected problem for a short time only.air bypass valve and throttle positioner sensor were replaced on warranty.
The contact owns a 1996 mercury sable. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where unknown repairs were performed. The failure recurred however and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the same failure on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 6,000 and the current mileage was 49,000.
Driver loses ability to control vehicle speed.vehicle goes 40 mph without depressing the gas pedal, lurches after stops and idles over 2000 rpms.dealer replaced the throttle control cable and valve-air by pass. (parts number 9715, 9f715)
When the brake was applied, the vehicle lunged forward and accelerated into some nearby trash cans and a wooden fence.*jg
At 14,000 mile vehicle commences to accelerate intermittently and momentarily while brakes are being applied from a stop position.sudden acceleration would last for approximately one minute or less. Vehicle been in dealer shop on four occasions, and they were unable to duplicate the problem.
High idle when moving from park to drive, causing vehicle to lurch forward, and it will also travel couple feet if foot is not on brakes hard.manufacturer issued atsb, but it does not correct defect.consumer states that this failure caused the liquid filled mounts to fail which also caused exhaust leak at manifold, the tsb number is 97-7-1, which states the pcm needed replaced due to an incorrect software identification block.drive and serpentine belts failed.
While stopping at a light and when depressinggas pedalvehicle stalled. Also, gas pedal was stuck. Please provide further informaiton.
Idle speed (rpm) has been steadly increasing up to 2500rpm, my wheels slide during braking pulling into my garage with engine racing. Throttle is sticking.
Brake pedal and gas pedal are too close together.when applying brakesconsumer will also step on gas pedal, causing vehicle to accelerate. Contacted dealer.
Over the past several months i have been noticing that my engine "revs" as i try to stop.the problem is intermitent but seems to be occurring more often. I had the dealer check it out-the 1st time i believe they just did a test drive and said they could find nothing wrong. About 1 1/2 months later it happened again and i bumped into a security gate at work. As i approached the closed gate i had my foot on the brake as i "eased" up to the card reader to open the gate, all of a sudden the engine started to rev and car inched forward as i tried to apply more brake effort. After a few seconds the idle returned to normal. I took the car back to the dealer 2 days later and paid for a computer diagnostic-again nothing was found and i was told it could be almost anything, and they had no suggestions on what to do. They told me they could replace "random" parts but it would cost alot of money to do so. I am not positive but this happened to me atleast 4 times. The car revs for a few seconds as i brake to stop and then returns to normal idle.
Idle races and does not come down once foot is taken off accelerator.
Vehicle experienced sudden accelerationwhen brake pedal was applied while pulling into a parking space. Vehicle crashed into a center block building. Upon impact, both air bags did not depoly, and minor injuries were sustained by both driver and passenger. Dealer/manufacturer notified.
The heater core had blown out 6 times since it was repaired under recall. Would start blowing ant-ifreeze inside of vehicle, even when air conditioner is off.
When driving at any speed the vehicle starts to vibrate, and the acid content in the vehicle is too high. The vehiclesmells like it is overheating, but there isn't any leakage.contacted dealer, and took the vehicle in for service tofor the heater core.
The heating core failed on three occasions, not able to be repaired due to design being defective. Yh
Heater core failed twice. Never notified of recall. Spent over $1000.00 to replace.no concern from any dealer.
Heat anddefogger do notwork due to a faulty heater core. Driver is not able to see in wet conditions. Dealer has not seen vehicle
The heating core failed on three occasions, not able to be repaired due to design being defective. Yh
Had rec'd recall notice #98v198000 in mail. Contacted dealer. Took vehicle for appt. Had vehicle repaired. Been having problems with heater core which was replaced 6 times. Coolant system blowing into vehicle. Can smell it. Mechanic can not locate cause of problem.
Heater core failded three times within a year
Owner had heater core replaced 3 times,and fumes still enter into the vehicle, owner thinks fumes can cause fire.
Heater corefailed. Steam & fumes were coming through the vents.water was exiting from outside. Had no prior warning of any problem. Was previously recalled for heater core.
Coolant turned to acid and cause corrusion toheater plug and water pump.dealership is aware of problem.
Outside door handles failed. Also, windows steam up when defroster is first strated, cannot see outside of window.
Power steering goes on and off at will, causing consumer's windows not to operate.problem still occurs after vehicle had been taken in for repair. *ml
Rear defroster wires obscure vision due to appearing in the rear view mirror.
While driving the sun roof glass shattered.cause unknown.please describe details.
Windshield not sealed properly.
Design of windshield creates a dangerous visibility problem for drivers due to the large sloping windshield and wide dashboard that reflects in the sunlight onto windshield.
While driving the sun reflects off windshield and reduces visibility.dealer and manufacturer havebeen notified.
Windshield not sealed properly creates wind noise while driving at high speeds.
Consumer states that the reflection from the dashboard onto the window shield is blinding and dangerous. Please describe further details.
Safety defect with the windshield can not see out of windshield.tt
Wind noise occurs by the driver side of the windshield when vehicle is traveling at 65 mph and above.
Sloped windshield design causes dashboard to reflect in windshield, causing poor visibility.
Wipers sit too high obscuring driver's view.
While driving in heavy rain on highway, signaled to exit and wipers froze causing loss of vision. Had to exit highway by looking at shoulder of road.stopped car and played with wiper switch, turning off and on.wipers fail when right turn signal applied. Called dealership where purchased and told no recall on vehicle. Wife remembers hearing about same problem on tv.looking for information on bulletin or recall.
When windshield wipers are used, the windshield develops a film that greatly reduces driving visibilty when raining.
The windshield wipers do not remove any rain/ice or sleet from the windshield.the windshieldld will not defrost byitself either.
Wiper fluid bottle has no check point to see the level of washer fluid in bottle.
No summary listed for this vehicle.
Windshield wiper system on driver's side is high and in the path of viewing the road.
I have had this car for one year and one half. I bought it from ray hudson chevrolet in la crosse ,wis. I had the car two weeks and the transmission had to be replaced. Two weeks after the front and back brakes had to be replaced. This was at the dealers exspense. I had to have a wheel bearing replaced and now after a year and 1/2 i have to replace the whole motor.
Wheel well splash shields are loose and vibrate.
There was a noise similar to that of a separating belt in the tire coming from the left front wheel.the wheel was removed for inspection.we discovered that the chrome was peeling from the back of the wheel and was rubbing against the caliper when the wheel rotated.upon removing the loose chrome, the back of the aluminum wheel was exposed.there was considerable corrosion on the back side of the aluminum spokes.this car has had very limited exposure to salt/winter conditions and this wheel is badly corroded.by the time this car accumulates 80k-100k miles the wheel spokes will have failed.i plan to contact the dealer and inform them of this situation.
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