1996 MERCURY SABLE Structurebodydoor Problems
12 NHTSA complaints on file
Structurebodydoor Issues in the 1996 MERCURY SABLE
12 structurebodydoor complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 MERCURY SABLE. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 1 resulted in injury.
12
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
All Structurebodydoor Complaints
#8009069
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THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT DOWN WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. AND THE SLIDDING DOOR WILL UNEXPECTLY OPEN WHILE TRAVELING.*JB
#759169
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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. *AK
#755071
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THIS PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED OVER AND OVER AGAIN. THEY FIX IT AND IT STILL KEEPS ON BREAKING DOWN. DRIVER DOOR WON'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 OFF SINCE OF LAST MONTH. ERLINDA L. PICAZO
#559140
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THE PASSENGER DOOR COULD NOT BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE. *SLC
#879481
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DESIGN OF DOOR HAS A SHARP POINT WHICH GASHED CONSUMER'S LEG. CONSUMER IS RESEARCHING FOR OTHER INCIDENTS TO BRING FORWARD TO MANUFACTURER. *AK
#736013
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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.*AK
#704810
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NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK
#834945
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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 PLASTIC RECTIFIED SITUATION. *AK
#830110
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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. *AK
#525526
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DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR HANDLES DEFECTIVE.
#781132
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OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES FAILED. ALSO, WINDOWS STEAM UP WHEN DEFROSTER IS FIRST STRATED, CANNOT SEE OUTSIDE OF WINDOW.
#603816
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CONSUMER COMPLAINS THAT UPON OPENING DOOR RIGHT SHARP CORNER EDGE OF DOOR STRIKES SHIN.
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Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
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Engine And Engine Coolingengine
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Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
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Air Bagsfrontal
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Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
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Vehicle Speed Control
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Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
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Visibilitywindshield
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Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
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Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
7 complaints
Structureframe And Members
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Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
7 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling
6 complaints
Exterior Lightingheadlights
6 complaints
Steering
6 complaints
Steeringrack And Pinion
6 complaints
Electrical System
4 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
4 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
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Power Train
4 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
4 complaints
Power Trainmanual Transmission
4 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
4 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
4 complaints
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
3 complaints
Electrical Systemignition
3 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
3 complaints
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
3 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
3 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
3 complaints
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulic
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
3 complaints
Structurebody
3 complaints
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
3 complaints
Suspension
3 complaints
Tirestreadbelt
3 complaints
Wheels
3 complaints
Air Bags
2 complaints
Air Bagssidewindow
2 complaints
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
2 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
2 complaints
Engine
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
2 complaints
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
2 complaints
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
2 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
2 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
2 complaints
Interior Lighting
2 complaints
Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
2 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
2 complaints
Seat Belts
2 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
2 complaints
Seat Beltsrearother
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
2 complaints
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid
2 complaints
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
2 complaints
Structure
2 complaints
Structurebodytrunk Lid
2 complaints
Suspensionfront
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
2 complaints
Tires
2 complaints
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Electrical Systemwiring
1 complaint
Electronic Stability Control Esc
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcrankcase Pcv
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
1 complaint
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
1 complaint
Equipmentotherownersserviceother Manual
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingback Up Lights
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingheadlightsconcealment Devices
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
1 complaint
Fuel System Gasolinestorage
1 complaint
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1 complaint
Power Trainaxle Assembly
1 complaint
Power Traindrivelineuniversal Joint
1 complaint
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1 complaint
Service Brakes Airsupplyhoses Linespiping And Fittings
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicbrake Fluid Low Warning Lamp
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdifferential Proportional Valve
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuumhoses Linespiping And Fittings
1 complaint
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
1 complaint
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
1 complaint
Steeringrack And Pinionrack
1 complaint
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
1 complaint
Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs
1 complaint
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
1 complaint
Suspensionrear
1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
1 complaint
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
1 complaint
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
1 complaint
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
1 complaint
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
1 complaint