1993 Mercury Sable Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 47about this part
- Share
- 7%of 674 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 47 complaints about the visibility of the 1993 Mercury Sable, 7% of the 674 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I don't have the information for all the above but could find it if necessary. I am more concerned about the head gasket which needs to be replaced. I was never made aware that there was a problem that could happen at any time. I do not know what to do and, living on a small pension and social security, do not have thge money to repair or replace the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10068950, filed 2004-01“Metal wire attachment to rear window defoger fell off dealer wanted to charge $ 800.00 to replace entire rear window I had it repaired for $25.00 at a local repair shop . When I notifed dealer about the premature failure of the headgasket and the recalls on the 1994 and 1995 models and asked if the same parts were used I was told they could not help me. I hope you can thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #722513, filed 2000-05“The car now when coming to a stop and turning to the right it locks up hard to turn. And has a huming like low oil, in an old fashion car. The noise speeds up and down with the car . What is up with that window though ? I don't know why my brakes were so worn last time that is just so sad.”
NHTSA complaint #703837, filed 1999-02“The transmission is just one of the problems we have had with this car.the air conditioning never worked very well. December 1998 the air conditioning quit working completely. The cruise control quit working in 1996. One of the power windows quit working in 1997. The headliner near the back windshield started hanging down in 1998. Our latest problem is a blown head gasket. We had the transmission repaired 11/1/98 at a cost to us of $1,788.00. Plus it cost us over $100.00 to have the car towed. The ford company hasn't done anything to help us.”
NHTSA complaint #745389, filed 2001-05“Vehicle experiences intermittent windshield wiper stop working during operation or not operating at al. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not part of manufacturer's recall, and repairs would be at consumer cost if repairs were made. This condition can cause poor visibility when occurring in bad weather, and could lead to a vehicle collision.”
NHTSA complaint #854211, filed 1999-12Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 5% |
| 2005 | 4 | 5% |
| 2004 | 1 | 2% |
| 2003 | 19 | 9% |
| 2002 | 27 | 6% |
| 2001 | 11 | 3% |
| 2000 | 12 | 3% |
| 1999 | 21 | 8% |
| 1998 | 10 | 5% |
| 1997 | 22 | 10% |
| 1996 | 27 | 9% |
| 1995 | 15 | 4% |
| 1994 | 25 | 6% |
| 1993 | 47 | 7% |
| 1992 | 13 | 4% |
| 1991 | 7 | 3% |
| 1990 | 6 | 4% |
| 1989 | 2 | 1% |
| 1988 | 2 | 2% |
| 1987 | 1 | 1% |
| 1986 | 2 | 4% |
Other parts of the 1993 Mercury Sable
357 complaintsExterior lighting
63 complaintsSuspension
52 complaintsBrakes
48 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
48 complaintsElectrical system
46 complaintsBody and structure
34 complaintsEquipment
28 complaintsSteering
26 complaintsVehicle speed control
25 complaintsAir bags
24 complaintsFuel system
22 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Mercury Sable
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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