Mercury Cougar recalls and problems
3 recalls and 388 owner complaints for 3 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
3
Complaints
388
Crashes reported
34
Fires reported
17
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Mercury Cougar by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Cougar | 1 | 95 | 9 | 1 | 12 | 0 |
| 2001 Cougar | 1 | 82 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| 2000 Cougar | 3 | 211 | 18 | 10 | 17 | 0 |
Most reported Mercury Cougar problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 100 | |
| Electrical System | 90 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 50 | |
| Power Train | 30 | |
| Air Bags | 30 | |
| Visibility | 29 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | |
| Steering | 12 | |
| Structure | 12 |
All Mercury Cougar recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04V-421 | Aug 30, 2004 | 2000–2002 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain passenger vehicles, contamination of the filter in the fuel delivery module (Fdm) can reduce, and eventually block, the flow of fuel to the engine. |
| 01V-031 | Feb 6, 2001 | 2000 | Electrical System | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 2.5l v6 engines. |
| 00V-075 | Mar 9, 2000 | 2000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles not equipped with the anti-lock braking system (Abs). |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mercury Cougar?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2000 Mercury Cougar has the most reports (211). Check the 2000 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mercury Cougar have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering Mercury Cougar model years 2000–2002.
What are the most common Mercury Cougar problems?
Owners report fuel system, gasoline, electrical system, engine and engine cooling problems most often.