Driver's side wheel bearing has failed 3 times in 4 months. Each time requiring the bearing to be replaced, as well as the brake pads and rotors.
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Mechanical problems with 1999 mercury cougar. *mr the vehicle died in the middle of traffic on three occasions. There were alternator and fuel problems. The consumer requested a credited amount of funds and reimbursement for the battery, brakes and additional expenses. Other problem are as followed: the new wheels were defective (corroded and frozen), the brake sensor snapped off of the wheel, the cd player was skipping, the hatch would not release properly, the steering wheel would shake, the keyless entry with anti-theft was inoperative, there was rough idle, the transmission shifter would stick, the cup holder did not shut, the hood would not open, and the lights would dim and or brighten while the vehicle was in motion. *sc
My car is a lemon. Have had a new engine put in it 2 times because the rods spun. I have had the brake lights "fixed" 3 times, the alternator replaced 3 times, new catalytic converters twice. New power steering. Transmission done 3 times. Theres definantly more I just cant think of alllllll my repairs on this 1999 cougar. I bought it used and it has now 98000 miles cause I drive out of state.
I own a 99 mercury cougar, original owner. My husband changed the front brakes and found the sensor was missing on the front passenger side. My husband called the dealership and spoke to one of the tech's, he said all 4 wheels should have a sensor. When I brought the car there today the service writer told me the tech compared it to another cougar and found no sensor on the right front. If a cougar has ABS there will not be any sensors, so who knows what he was comparing it to. No brakes wear even. The only way I will be happy if someone sends me a picture of the braking system. My husband has been a truck and car tech. For 30 years and he said all four wheels should have a sensor. Who are they kidding.
The front and rear brake disc's are nothing but a total problem. Rear brakes were replaced at 30000 miles. The front at 38000 miles. Now the fronts have to be replaced again at 52000 miles. It is about time for ford to build a reliable car or just quit making cars.
While traveling at 45 MPH vehicle suddenly came to a sudden stop on its own. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, where dealer indicated theat bolts fell out which caused brakes to lock up. *jb.
I have had numerous problems with my '99 cougar such as, failure of my pat system and computer system. I have had problems with my brakes which they can't seem to figure out the problem. I have had my starter replaced twice. I have had defects in several sensors, which is not under warranty that I had to pay a good amount of money for them to repair. My fan has even blown out. There is a burning smell whenever I turn on my heater that none of the dealers can't seem to smell. I also had to purchase a new radiator. When my computer went out my car was still under warranty but they made me pay for the repairs, parts, and labor out of my pocket. This is not all. The list goes on and on. I have complained to the dealership, ford motor co. And even had someone from ford to investigate all of the problems I've had with my vehicle. They have been rude to me on several occasions, especially when I had questions about the repairs of my vehicle. Something needs to be done about this. I would not recommend the purchase of a mercury cougar to anyone.
Brake calipers stick frequently, leaving vehicle with no brakes.had parts replaced. However,problem reoccurred. Contacted dealer.
Consumer noticed a blue wire hanging from the vehicles front.
I feel like such an idiot because I bought this car!! Unbelieveable problems, and now I have to try to sell this car. I paid $16000 for this crap, and then I had to pay $300 because the rotors warped on my rear brakes, and then the track on my sunroof completley broke, and that is going to cost me at least $800. Ford/mercury should be sued for making a totally crappy car. As you can see by the number of complaints on your website, something needs to be done about this!!!! Thanks, rosie
Consumer was having problems with brakes which were causing vehicle not to stop .
Vehicle only has ABS on driver's side and standard brakes on passenger's side. Please provide any further information, and vehicle identification number.
While traveling on highway and applying brakes anti-lock brake system will lock up. Dealership is aware of problem.
Shortly after owning the car, I noticed that brakes seemed insufficient for the vehicle. I took it to the dealer a few times to get checked, but they denied any thing being wrong. While driving when the brakes are applied, the vehicle does not stop at a sufficient time. I also had to buy several tires since the purchase date, because the tires would get leaks by simple road debris such as glass and metal pieces. I reported my problems in person and by phone to the dealer I bought from, but they would not give me any information about the car's history. They only stated that all necessary changes were made in december the month before I bought the car. I also told them about the shifting in the steering wheel when driving, but they disregarded the complaint about the steering and the inappropriate stopping of the vehicle.*ak (dot number: w2b0irb tiresize: p215/50r16)
Brake failure.
Brake failure.
While driving 35-40 MPH and applying brakes there was a grinding noise, and vehicle pulled to the left. Consumer inspected brakes, brake pad had ground into the rotor. Consumer replaced left front rotor.
Please contact me at [xxx] to further describe the problem. Front tire rotors were shot after only 30000. This is highly unusual and unsafe for other mercury cougar owners. Would like to get 300 dollar reimbursement from ford-mercury for replacement / repair of rotors.*ak parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The consumer is not satisfied with the vehicle due to the amount of recalls that have been issued on the vehicle since the date purchased, brake pressure control valve 00v‑075, battery cable routing 01v‑031, brake lamp switch jumper harness 01v‑032.
The engine will kill without any indications at high speeds of 50+ MPH. When attempt is made to hit the brakes or steer, they both lock up and that is when I discover that the car is dead. Luckily, I never needed to use my brakes or steering when it happened, I coasted through traffic while having to turn the ignition off and then on again. The dealership has had it for two weeks, they have had the vehicle fail for them, yet it still reads as if there is nothing wrong with it on all of their diagnostics. It is under warranty and ford is not offering to replace or reimburse me for the automobile. They actually told me to come pick it up and drive it till it happened again. Should traffic had been slightly different when this happened to me, I could be dead, my baby could be dead and whomever I hit could be dead. Yet ford is taking little responsibility for it.
Front brakes failed with no warning. Friction material detached from backing. Rotors ruined. No method for warning provided by mercury as done by other manufacturers.
Premature wear of brake pads and rotors. Dealer has replaced pads and rotors.
While traveling, slowed down, and when depressing brake pedal vehicle would not gain speed. Technician stated that right caliper malfunctioned. Please provide furhter information.
Electrical system problems, radiator light on, the air bag light blinking, engine misfire light blinking, alarm system going off and not being able to stop it, just having to let time end the system, the problem with the system is intermittent and the dealership in not able to correct problem.
Serpentine belt slips when driving in rain causing a loss in power steering and all warning lights coming on inside of car. There are various reports about this problem.......#2 front brake pads are wearing out way to early, and also had front rotors replaced.
Car leased in 1999. Since then there have been several complaints, the radio shorting out, 2 same side/tire blow outs, trouble lights and transmission problems, brake noise and acceleration problems. In each and every case the response has been "we cannot reproduce the problem" hence, no fixes. Warrenty expired now the alternater needs to be replaced? Comment from service department "it must have been defective". ???
Reporting this as it is a us manaufactured car and is sold in the us and can't find evidence that ford/mercury are taking action. No safety defect listed in summary.
When vehicle was being driven and brakes were applied a usual grinding noise occurred. Noise occurred due to type of brake pads that vehicle was manufactured with. Please give any further details.
Panic button went off on my mistake but alarm would'nt shut off had to get replaced, hatch wouldn't open properly, I had my brakes replaced 3 times because of squealing noise. And these windshield wipers for the fourth time now .
Brakes make intermittent loud grinding noises, dealer can not find problem.
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