1989 Mercury Sable Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 5%of 238 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the brakes of the 1989 Mercury Sable, 5% of the 238 complaints for this model year. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The left front disc rotors outer ring came apart from its center hub. I have replaced both front disc rotors myself. At an aaa inspection it was discovered that the left front motor mounts had failed also. I had the car checked because of a jerking feeling upon accelerating. The mounts had been replaced under a recall on 5/21/92. But the replacement mounts have failed again. I contacted ford customer service about the mounts and they agreed to replace them. So I made an appointment at my local dealer. After showing up. Incomplete summary.”
NHTSA complaint #702861, filed 1999-02“Recall 98v323000/98s36. While driving the brakes went out and it was hard to steer. At 35-40 MPH frontal impact occurred. Mechanic contacted, and stated that the rear subframe mounts were corroded and came loose, detached from subframe, causing an accident. Dealer/mfr not contacted. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #834452, filed 1999-02“Consumer entered an intersection when brakes failed, resulting in an accident. Consumer suffered head injuries. Consumer was wearing seat belts. However, after the impact the seat belts detached.”
NHTSA complaint #812262, filed 1997-05“While driving vehicle towards work, noticed smoke in front, thought vehicle was overheating, brakes started failing, pulled vehicle over, lifted hood, flames shot out unexpectedly.”
NHTSA complaint #800775, filed 1996-08Related recalls
- 91V134000Aug 6, 1991Front disc brake rotors of the subject vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated in areas where calcium chloride and sodium chloride are used…Covers: Mercury Sable 1986–1991, Ford Taurus 1986–1991, Lincoln Continental 1988–1991
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 2 | 10% |
| 2008 | 6 | 10% |
| 2005 | 8 | 10% |
| 2004 | 12 | 23% |
| 2003 | 14 | 7% |
| 2002 | 24 | 5% |
| 2001 | 40 | 9% |
| 2000 | 67 | 14% |
| 1999 | 29 | 11% |
| 1998 | 29 | 15% |
| 1997 | 19 | 8% |
| 1996 | 20 | 7% |
| 1995 | 11 | 3% |
| 1994 | 26 | 7% |
| 1993 | 48 | 7% |
| 1992 | 41 | 11% |
| 1991 | 19 | 9% |
| 1990 | 10 | 6% |
| 1989 | 13 | 5% |
| 1988 | 4 | 3% |
| 1987 | 5 | 7% |
| 1986 | 2 | 4% |
Other parts of the 1989 Mercury Sable
58 complaintsEngine cooling
49 complaintsSeat belts
44 complaintsBody and structure
23 complaintsSteering
22 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1989 Mercury Sable
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology