Issue ID | 132881 |
Internal NHTSA # | 832262 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | MERCURY |
Model | SABLE |
Model Year | 1995 |
File date | 09/09/98 |
Component | POWER TRAIN |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | When hitting a real bad bump or the metal expansion joint in the road, the speedodmeter needle jumps up to its maximum reading, which is 85 mph. The needle does not go back down until the driver lets off the accelerator, and slows the vehicle down. The speedodometer was replaced in june of 97 for the same reason. The problem has reappeared. The problem has been reported to the dealership. Dealer did not agree to repair free of charge. Vehicle registered to cynthia lewis. Report given by husband. *ak |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | BEL AIR, MD |
VIN pattern | 1MELM50U1SAXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 04/07/24 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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