1995 Mercury Sable Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 3%of 350 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 1995 Mercury Sable, 3% of the 350 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“I had to replace the headlight switch twice since I owned the car (2 years). The switch overheats and actually burns/chars the metal contacts and melts the plug. It gets very hot to touch and the headlight and/or parking lights will shut off and turn on intermittently. I have spoken to other owners of the taurus/Sable and they have reported the same problem. It cost me $125 each time to replace it (parts and labor), but I am worried about the possible fire that could occur.”
NHTSA complaint #722761, filed 2000-05“Vehicle was in for a oil change. Consumer noticed high beams were not shining right distance. Also, dealer noticed that both front coil springs were broken. Please provide any further information. Consumer felt both coil springs should not have broken at the same time. Feels its a manufacturer's defect.”
NHTSA complaint #8006734, filed 2002-04“Speedometer failed to operate after repairs were done in aug 1997 with 20,000 mile of wear. Dealer notified, and informed consumer repairs would be at consumer's expense. Also vehicle stalled and died while driving on the highway. In addition, dealer replaced transmission/ thermostat/multi-function switch/ map sensor/speed control sensor, and rear sub-frame mounts.”
NHTSA complaint #834132, filed 1999-12“When consumer took vehicle to get odometer fixed, the mechanic noticed that the headlamp switch and connecter was melted. If the problem had remained unsolved, the mechanic stated that the headlights would have started blinking on and off and would have eventually went out. The manufacturer has been contacted.”
NHTSA complaint #829438, filed 1998-10“Headlights go all the way across the front bumper. When driving in snowy weather, consumer has to stop and wipe the snow to clear the headlights. Proved a safety defect to the owner. Dealer not aware of the problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #835277, filed 1999-02Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 7 | 13% |
| 2003 | 12 | 6% |
| 2002 | 13 | 3% |
| 2001 | 13 | 3% |
| 2000 | 54 | 12% |
| 1999 | 7 | 3% |
| 1998 | 5 | 3% |
| 1997 | 8 | 4% |
| 1996 | 13 | 4% |
| 1995 | 9 | 3% |
| 1994 | 27 | 7% |
| 1993 | 63 | 9% |
| 1992 | 13 | 4% |
| 1991 | 4 | 2% |
| 1990 | 8 | 5% |
| 1989 | 4 | 2% |
| 1988 | 3 | 2% |
| 1987 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 1995 Mercury Sable
132 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
93 complaintsElectrical system
32 complaintsSuspension
30 complaintsBody and structure
25 complaintsVehicle speed control
20 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
15 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsTires
10 complaintsEquipment
9 complaintsAir bags
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Mercury Sable
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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