2009 Mercury Sable

2009 Mercury Sable

The 2009 Mercury Sable was a full-size sedan offered with two engine options: a 3.5L Duratec V6 and a 3.9L Duratec V6. Both engines were paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The Sable received praise for its comfortable interior, spacious trunk, and responsive handling. However, it was criticized for its dated exterior design, unreliable transmission, and poor fuel economy.

Engine

3.5L Duratec V6

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leak, overheating, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1000+
  • Recalls: None Found

3.9L Duratec V6

• No Issues Found

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Transmission Solenoid Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Harsh shifting, slipping gears, no forward or reverse gears
  • Solution: Replace transmission solenoid
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Torque Converter Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Shuddering, slipping, overheating
  • Solution: Replace torque converter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1500 - $2500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut Mount Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise over bumps, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Replace strut mount
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely, electrical system malfunctions
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair electrical system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Ignition Coil Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, rough idle
  • Solution: Replace ignition coil
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Door Panel Weatherstripping Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Water leaks into cabin
  • Solution: Replace weatherstripping
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate Control Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Air conditioning or heater fails to function properly
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair climate control system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2009 Mercury Sable is a comfortable and spacious sedan with some serious reliability issues. The transmission is the most troublesome component, with multiple issues that can lead to expensive repairs. Other components, such as the engine, suspension, and electrical system, have also reported issues. Overall, the Sable’s reliability issues make it a risky choice for potential buyers.