2001 Mercury Cougar recalls and problems

The 2001 Mercury Cougar has 1 safety recall and 82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercury dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

7 / 6

Injuries / deaths

5 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Mercury Cougar vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Mercury Cougar recalls

Recall 04V-421: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Aug 30, 2004 · 88,600 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: 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.

Risk: This may cause engine hesitation, loss of power, surging, and other similar symptoms. Over time, the filter may become sufficiently blocked to cause the engine to stall, which could result in a crash.

Fix: This action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act. All owners will be notified of the problem, and dealers will replace the fdm with a new design at no charge if the owner reports that the vehicle exhibits any of the identified symptoms. The free replacement will be available for a period of 10 years following the original purchase of the vehicle, with no mileage limit. The campaign began on april 16, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

2001 Mercury Cougar problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel System, Gasoline	19
Electrical System	12
Engine and Engine Cooling	12
Power Train	10
Visibility	7
Air Bags	6
Fuel/Propulsion System	6
Structure	5
Tires	5
Suspension	3
Vehicle Speed Control	3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	3

Most reported parts

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 8
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 7
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 4
Air Bags › Frontal — 3
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 3
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery — 2
Structure › Body › Roof and Pillars — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 69,900 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Mercury Cougar complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 116,000 miles · reported Aug 18, 2020

The contact owns a 2001 mercury cougar. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start-up after multiple attempts. The contact also stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shutoff as the oil warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the fuel sensor, relay sensor, fuel injection senor and multiple other parts were replaced. Despite multiple repairs to the vehicle, the failure persisted. The manufacturer had been notified of the failure and they informed her that her vehicle was not…

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 136,000 miles · reported Jul 30, 2020

The contact owns a 2001 mercury cougar. The contact stated that once the fuel level reached a half tank of gasoline, the vehicle hesitated and loss motive power with the accelerator pedal depressed. The contact stated that the trans axle and check engine warning lights were illuminated. Columbia ford lincoln hyundai (700 7th ave, longview, wa 98632) was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The manufacturer was contacted and notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 136,000.

Service Brakes · at 173,000 miles · reported Apr 14, 2020

Well headlight wiring harness is dry rotted like crazy the car looses power while excelerating when below 3/4 of a tank brake fluid/clutch fluid is leaking don't know why and the battery light is on

Electrical System · at 177,810 miles · reported Apr 14, 2020

Battery light is on and has for awhile. Lights keep blowing fuses. And today I had to rip out a headlight or the car would have set on fire.

Structure · at 146,246 miles · reported Jun 6, 2017

The sunroof just released from the car in the middle of i71 doing 65mph and I AM not the only person who has had this problem with this model of cougar

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Mercury Cougar have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Mercury Cougar: 04V-421 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Mercury Cougar?

Owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most often (19 reports), followed by electrical system (12). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 69,900 miles.

Are Mercury recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercury dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.