There are no safety recalls for the 2009 Mercury Sable, but owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA.
2009 Mercury Sable problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Suspension | 5 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Seats | 2 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer — 1
- Suspension › Front — 1
- Suspension › Rear — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 34,450 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2009 Mercury Sable complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Seats · at 116,700 miles · reported Feb 17, 2021
I bought this car about four months ago. I use the heated driver seat regularly. Sometime back I started to notice that it seemed to get hotter on the left side of the seat and on the right, and the last few weeks it intensified, with the left side getting too hot very quickly so I would simply turn the seat off. Then several days ago I was driving with the seat on and within less than two minutes the left side of the seat felt so hot that I immediately turned it off because I felt like it was burning me. It still was so hot that I had to pull the car over and get out just to get off the seat.…
Suspension · at 15,000 miles · reported May 30, 2017
I now have 75,000 miles on the vehicle, but at around the 15,000 mile point the driver's side front strut went out followed by the passenger front strut 4,000 miles later. In total both front struts have been replaced three times (The original and two replacement sets) and the driver's side front strut is again making a clunking sound, same as before. The dealer has replaced the original and first replacement set at their cost but the last set was at my cost. With the struts showing signs of needing replacement again I don't feel that I should be funding for the cost, there is definitely a…
Engine · at 40,665 miles · reported May 10, 2016
While cruising on interstate highways, on three occasions, the engine has quit running. The first incident occurred october 12, 2012 with about 18,000 miles on odometer.the second incident occurred during may, 2014 with about 34,000 miles on odometer. The third incident occurred on april 20, 2016 with 40,665 miles on odometer. It is interesting to note that while this vehicle is used primarily for out-of-state travel, all 3 incidents have occurred while returning home from out of state trips and within about a 70 mile radius in central illinois. The engine will readily restart after a…
Structure · at 8,000 miles · reported Dec 24, 2015
The trunk door hydraulics failed. This occurred 1 week after the car was a year old in 2010. When opening trunk it comes down on your head. Manufacturer would not replace nor would dealer the hydraulic lifts on the trunk.
Traction Control System · at 65,000 miles · reported Sep 24, 2015
The contact owns a 2009 mercury sable. When the contact turned the steering wheel while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle felt as if it would stall and an abnormal noise was heard. The traction control warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but could not be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Mercury Sable have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2009 Mercury Sable as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Mercury Sable?
Owners report suspension problems most often (5 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 34,450 miles.
Are Mercury recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercury dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.