Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2009 Mercury Sable
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2009 Mercury Sable, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 20 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 5 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 5 complaints
- Power Train 3 complaints
- Suspension 3 complaints
- Seats 2 complaints
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
Of the 20 complaints on file, 2 report a crash; across all 20 complaints, owners report 3 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,500–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2009 Mercury SABLE has a limited complaint history with only 20 owner complaints. While issues with vehicle speed control and engine are noted, the low volume suggests these problems are not widespread. Due to the lack of recall information, reliability cannot be fully assessed.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | Unknown | $150–$350 | occasional |
| Engine | Unknown | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
| Suspension | Unknown | $300–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspections and services
- Tire rotations and balancing
- Coolant replacement
- Air filter replacement
- Transmission fluid check
- Battery testing
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Irregular speed changes
- Engine knocks or stalls
- Unusual suspension noises
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2009 Mercury Sable at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.