What's Wrong with the 5th Generation (2008–2009) Sable?

Sable owners have made 5 complaints about the 2008–2009 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 8th out of 28 Mercury generations in overall reliability, with some steering and engine concerns.

Compare With Other Sable Generations

What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

5th Generation (2008–2009) Sable Key Numbers

  1. 1 model year

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 5 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 8th in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 28 eligible generations.