1998 Mercury Sable
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Mercury Sable is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.
1998 Mercury Sable at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
1998 Mercury Sable recalls 2
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TEXT AND/OR GRAPHICS FOR THE VEHICLE HEADLAMP AIMING INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE OWNER GUIDES ARE NOT SUFFICIENTLY CLEAR. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Fix: OWNER GUIDES CONTAINING REVISED AIMING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE MAILED TO OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL SEAT TRACKS. THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE ATTACHING STUD MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY HEAT TREATED. THIS HEAT TREATMENT MAY HAVE RESULTED IN CRACKS DEVELOPING IN THE STUD.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MOUNTING BRACKET AND STUD ASSEMBLY.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
1998 Mercury Sable common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 206 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1998 Mercury Sable MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1998 Mercury Sable costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
1998 Mercury Sable trims & engines on record
1998 Mercury Sable vehicles on record
Other Mercury Sable model years
1998 Mercury Sable — frequently asked questions
Does the 1998 Mercury Sable have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1998 Mercury Sable. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Mercury Sable?
Based on 206 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, vehicle speed control, service brakes.
What gas mileage does the 1998 Mercury Sable get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1998 Mercury Sable at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 26 highway).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.