1999 mercury cougar seat back failure during rear-end collision. Cougar stalled on busy freeway ending in rear totaled car collision. The driver's seat went completely down and upon seats in the backseat. This was two defects. Injuries were neck and back pains, three bumps to the head resulting in two black eyes. My advice to all 1999 cougar owners-get rid of the car, by way of junkyard-this is an extremely dangerous vehicle and one will not know until an accident happens.
1999 Mercury Cougar engine complaints
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1. Car began to lose power and the steering wheel began to lock up and lights began flickering on the dash. 2. The car stalled in the fast lane on a busy freeway. The consequence was a small truck rear-ended the back of the car and it was totaled. One person had busted lip in truck and one in the car had busted forehead and blackened eyes with back injuries and the other one had back and stomach extreme pains and legs. 3. Nothing could be done at this point-the car always had problems. Too bad, I was not aware of all of the recalls--maybe that would not have helped either.
I would like to complain about my cougar. I cannot pass the il. Emissions tests, due to the fact that the o2 sensors are defective. My engine light is constantly on. I have had my car serviced for the engine light, alone, 8 different times. Eight! This is incredible. Also, my car makes a loud screeching noise when I attempt to start it. -if it starts at all.- I have had my starter replaced twice. Twice!!! This car is a lemon. Nothing but a lemon. How could mercury sale such crap and get away with it. My drivers' license will be suspended because I cannot pass the emissions test. If I can even get my car to the testing facility. I have had the alternator changed, the fuel pump, the electrical wiring changed, sunroof, turning signal, even the radio was defective. I sincerely hope that there is a class-action lawsuit against mercury, because I will be the first one in line to sue. *nm
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the engine stalls causing all the lights on the dash to illuminate. Additionally the speedometer, gas gauge and odometer become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealership but because it was purchased as is they will not inspect it.
Since moving to texas in 2001 I have had repeated problems with the check engine light coming on. I have spent in excess of $5,000 trying to get this fixed. I just picked up my car again today after spending another $700+ to get the problem fixed. I only went approximately 3 miles when the light came on again. I am trying to find out what the problem is. I feel this is a recall item and would like something done concerning this problem. I have been told it was a weather issue, etc. It seems no one seems to know what the problem is. Help!!!!
As soon as I bought the car used with 49000 it wouldn't start. Replaced the starter, still wasn't right. Had to replace the flywheel because the old and new starter never matched properly with flywheel. Then, the engine light came on. The egr sensor was bad. Replaced the sensor. All of this within one month of owning the car. Then a few months later coolant light wasn't just coming on, but staying on, had to replace coolant tank due to shorting of the sensor in the tank. Now, six months after owning car, engine light is back on.
3/21/05 vehicle taken to lincoln mercury driveability concern by>>( my wife)>>>check engine light on, they fond intake gaskets leaking vac & bank 2 also monitor are very active need tune up and plug wires and tires... My wife gave them all technical service bulletins diagnostic trouble codes po420 & po430 paper....also,told them 99-mercury cougar 2.5l engine stall and have inability to start car...they kept paper, and told her she need new battery cables!!!! Call manufacturer on tsb and recall, we was told there was no recall on our vehicle I.d. Number....etc........consumer reports used car buying guide fond recall ---99-00 mercury cougar with 2.5l v6 engine----natsa number #01i009000 please help.............
I have had multiple problems since I purchased the car in 10/99. I have had the sun roof replaced once and now needs it again for the same reason; the track broke ($1000 to fix, $2000 if I go to the dealer). The ignition switch has been changed twice because it sticks (it need to be changed again). In 2/00 it started: whenever the car got cold, the car would either not turn on or would just shut down while I was driving. The car was brought to the dealer multiple times for the same problem. He changed numerous parts but was unable to resolve the issue, until a 2004 recall for something to do with the fuel system. About three years ago the engine light came on at which time the dealer replaced the catalytic converter. A few weeks later the engine light came on again at which time the dealer told me it was the head gasket. That, I had replaced by an independent mechanic and then still had to bring it back to the dealer to have the catalytic converter done a second time, and to have the computer reset to have the engine light shut off. Anytime I have work done on the car, even just maintenance, the check coolant light or the engine light comes on and I have to bring it to the dealer to have it shut off. In 9/05 the coolant light illuminated and a day later the engine light came on, I brought the car to an independent mechanic who changed the overflow tank because he believed it to be a bad sensor. After fixing that, the engine light would not go off as well as one of my brake lights. He did multiple tests and determined that it is something electrical, unfortunately he could not pinpoint the exact cause of the electrical problem. For some reason those lights have gone off but I expect them come back on soon.
While starting the vehicle ,the check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the computer code needed to be reset and reset it twice. However, the problem still occurs at this time. Please provide further details.
1999 mercury cougar has problems with the speakers, battery equipment, brake equipment and instrument cluster.***no answer required***. *mr the vehicle pulled to the right while driving. The consumer stated on a separate occasion while driving she noticed the vehicle had no brakes, the consumer was able to find a mechanic who determined all for rotors and pads needed to be replaced. The consumer stated the brake light did not illuminate.
While driving any speed, the vehicle would hesitate/surge forward before stalling. The consumer managed to pull over and restart the vehicle. The dealership will be notified. Please provide more information.
While starting the vehicle ,the check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the computer code needed to be reset and reset it twice. However, the problem still occurs at this time. Please provide further details. *jb
While driving at any speed check engine light stayed on. Vehicle stalled, and was started again. Then, the vehicle revved severely. Dealer sent the vehicle to repair shops five times for estimates, but could not find the cause of the problem. *ak the check engine light has been on since the vehicle was purchased.
21,210 miles-brake rotor and pad failure,sunroof inoperable,passenger window inoperable-warranty 47,823 miles-complete charging system failure-warranty trunk has never opened correctly from inside-no solution 87,000 miles- starter motor failed-$250 91,519 miles-2 radiator hoses failed-$240 93,000 miles-manual transmission failed, differential gears -$2440 now I am having problems with my fuel pump. Throughout the life of this car there have been numerous problems cars don't receive until after 100,000 miles. In my eyes, it is simply a 100,000 mile lemon!
While driving between 35 to 40 MPH vehicle stalled. This caused loss of steering and brake power. Consumer lost the control of the vehicle, and was involved in a front end collision. Upon impact, neither of the air bags deployed.
I have a 1999 mercury cougar and it has malfunctions all over in the engine. The main problem is that my prestone is leaking into my pistons therefore killing my whole engine. I have taken it to the dealer that had sold it to me but they have done nothing to fix the problem.someone needs to fix it and I'm not about to fix it.
When driving at any speed check engine light appeared on the dashboard intermittently.
While driving at 40 MPH driver heard a loud squealing noise. Driver pulled over and parked, and then vehicle was towed to dealer. Mechanic stated that motor needed replacing.
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.
Consumer drove vehicle into the shop. There was a knocking noise coming from underneath the vehicle. Technician told her that motor was gone inside of the vehicle.
Problems with vehicle's trunk coming unlatched from the inside. *mr the horn was also inoperative, the vehicle stalled, and there was a constant problem with the blower/fan. The consumer requested to be reimbursed for the repair cost of the blower. *scc there was a recall regarding the heater blower resistor, however the dealer stated the vehicle identification number wasn't included in the recall.
The catalytic converter failed. Chapman ford fixed one of the catalytic converters, but the system may still be failing. *ak the vehicle contained a rotten egg smell. *cb
Imrc (intake manifold runner control) unit seems to have used insufficient cable strength. Faulty design caused the cable to fray inside the unit eventually breaking.
While driving 65 MPH the engine piston locked up and caused the engine to blow.
I own a 1999 mercury cougar 2.5l duratec v6 (VIN l) currently with 55,000 miles. At 49,135 miles, I had the oil changed at its regular interval (3,000 mi) at midas service. At close to 52,000 miles, upon exiting a sweeping right-hand off-ramp, the 'oil' lamp flickered on and off for a few seconds. Several weeks later, the engine developed a light 'ticking' noise that grew into 'knocking.' the local ford dealer, independence ford, charged $60 to tell me several hundred dollars worth of tests would be required to determine the source of the noise. I asked the service manager, [xxx], if he or ford was aware of problems concerning oil starvation due to 'crank whip' or pressure loss during right-hand cornering. He began listing existing known problems with cougars. Being familiar with the technical service bulletins, I suggested he was reading the list of tsb's to me. He became evasive and said there was no problem with the engines. I had spent several hours researching the oil starvation problem known to exist with the duratec engines, including changes ford made in 1999 and in 2003 to reduce the occurrence of bearing failure due to oil starvation as a result of crank whip and poor oil circulation. I read of owners with failures as low as 3,000 and 11,000 miles. I have contacted both ford and mercury via mail explaining the symptoms and problem with my vehicle, but have not received response. In the meantime, my vehicle was diagnosed by an independent repair facility as having damaged connecting rod bearings. I must now absorb the expense of engine failure at less than 55,000 miles. Ford has made production changes to reduce the incidence but refuses to offer repair and replacement for existing owners of the faulty engines. A market has developed, including revised oil pans incorporating baffles, to offer possible remedy to the problem. I sincerely appreciate anything the federal safety agency can do to help owners like myself who are the victims of this faulty design. *nlm information redacted pursuant to the free
The engine made a very loud rattle and then stalled. The dealer stated the engine blew due to defective pistons and rods.
Oil pan gaskets should have a longer life. This car is out of warranty due to time of ownership not miles driven repairs cost $371. Car receives regular oil changes and good care. If this problem is getting widespread I would like to see a recall or be offered extended warranty protection. Dt
01 v 031 000/battery cable routing: vehicle has an ongoing problem with stalling. Vehicle been to the dealer for repairs ,and the problem still occurring. Feel free to provide any further information.
Consumer noticed a blue wire hanging from the vehicles front.
The fan motor blower doesn't work resulting in one of the resistors burning, the dealer is aware of the problem and the potential of a fire. Nlm
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