1992 Mercury Cougar engine problems

Filed Jun 4, 2002 · Engine · IL

While driving at 25-30 MPH head gasket blewout, and there was antifreeze all over engine also, vehicle became inoperative .contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.

Filed Jun 4, 2002 · Engine, Seats · FL

When I drove my car to work it seemed fine. When I got into the car after work I idled really rough I thought it was the more expensive gas I put into it the night before, so I proceeded to the gas station to let them know. The car drove really rough all the way there. A red light came on on the dash just before I got to the gas station saying check gauges. The gauge showed that the car overheated. After having my car worked on about eight months ago for a overheating problem, it had been running really cool, so didn't think I would have a overheating problem. I turned off the car, but thought I would check to make sure the fan worked I turned the car back on and out of the tail pipe came a cloud of white smoke that disapated really fast after turning off engine. Checked oil there was no water in it, but it was low . I added a quart in order to get it home. It still had white smoke or steam coming out the tail pipe. Also the seats do not lock into place. The airconditioner does not get cold. I would like to know if there is anything else that I should be aware of that I need to have fixed.

Filed May 20, 2001 · Engine · OH

This engine type has had a history of this reported problem (head gasket failure). I have contacted several mechanics, and they have all reported that the problems that I am experiencing, are due to head gasket failure. I have contacted ford mo. Co., but they have provided no answers/assistance, even knowing of this major defect with this engine type. This failure is obviously due to a factory defect, and I want it to be on record with every organization that ford should be responsible to fix at their cost. Ford not taking responsibility for this engine defect is completely unacceptable, and I expect that I will be filing suit with them unless they will take responsibility for their design flaws. If you an suggest any further action I can take, please email me at [email protected].

Filed Apr 13, 2001 · Engine · PA

Head gaskets leakage water into cylinder, causing problems to engine proformance-stalling, decreased exceleration, etc.

Filed Mar 23, 2001 · Engine · OH

Head gasket has blown, and possibly caused damage to engine.*ak

Filed Nov 21, 2000 · Engine · IL

Head gasket failed during normal use-vehicle is well maintained. Reported due to understanding of epidemic of common occurances.

Filed Oct 17, 2000 · Engine · LA

The 3rd time the gasket's yes thats righ both of them have blown and how odd at 40k/80k/121k/ gee thats 40k for each head gasket ford fixed first one then said sorry your up s*creek with the 2nd one... And now the 3rd time what next????

Filed Oct 14, 2000 · Engine · 77,777 miles · NJ

Head gaskets blew a leak during vehicle inspection at rahway, nj inspection station. *ak *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734305

Filed Oct 14, 2000 · Engine · NJ

Head gaskets blew a leak during vehicle inspection at rahway , nj vehicle inspection station

Filed Jul 17, 2000 · Engine · NY

Head gasket blew on my cougar. Upset that this is a widesporead issue and that ford fails to warranty this clear defect. The defect rate for this exact problem is mind boggling. The fact that ford has 'chrrey picked' which years / vehicles to cover under warranty is absurd. The problem is related to the 3.8l engine and thus all such engines should be covered!