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1999 Mercury Cougar suspension problems

22 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
22
of this car's complaints
5%
crashes
2
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Rear
    5
  • Front
    3
  • Front: wheel bearing
    2
  • Rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
    1
  • Front: macpherson strut
    1
  • Front: control arm
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Mercury Cougar suspension problems in other years

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Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1999 Mercury Cougar owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 21, 2013 · Suspension · 68,434 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 mercury cougar. The contact stated that the rear sway bar became fractured while driving over a road bump. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic where it was determined that the entire sub frame was corroded. The failure was reported to the manufacturer. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 68,434.

Filed Jun 5, 2012 · Engine, Suspension · 130 miles · MI

When driven it jerks when u take off and when it shifts, and it makes a clunk noise when I him hit a bump it is so bad my car goes the other way the rear end.

Filed Dec 7, 2009 · Brakes, Driver assistance · TX

Bought car at dealer on 02/05/01 since then I've had to repair car on too many occasions. Here some of the repairs I've had to do on this car ever since I bought it. On 3/01: brakes, 10/01: dealership replaced battery and performed a recall,12/01: dealership replaced alternator, 05/02: brake pads, 04/04: water pump belt, 09/04: replaced batter, 10/11/04: replaced alternator and belt, 10/14/04: replaced positive battery terminal, 12/04: replaced radio, 02/06: replaced motor mount, 01/07:replaced battery, 02/07: replaced strut, 02/08: replaced shock absorber, 10/08: replaced battery, 04/09: replaced bearing, transmission & anchor engine mount and don't have the date but also had to replace the windshield wiper motor. These repairs are what I have in receipts yet for example I have replaced the motor mounts more than once. Currently the following areas of my vehicle do not function: the horn no longer works, cruise control is not functioning, the air conditioner no longer heats, & the brake light of my vehicle remained lit when the vehicle was on and now have failed to turn out (lamp socket is burnt).

Filed Apr 20, 2005 · Body, Brakes · IA

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.

Filed Jul 2, 2004 · Brakes, Suspension · 73,000 miles · NJ

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.

Filed May 26, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · NY

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!

Filed Sep 5, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · 98,000 miles · CA

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.

Filed Dec 13, 2002 · Acceleration, Airbags · LA

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.

Filed Jun 9, 2002 · Body, Brakes · FL

Consumer noticed a blue wire hanging from the vehicles front.

Filed May 24, 2002 · Suspension · MI

Vehicle shakes at speeds over 60 MPH, dealer determined rear wheels should be replaced.

Questions about the 1999 Mercury Cougar suspension

Does the 1999 Mercury Cougar have suspension problems?

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the suspension of the 1999 Mercury Cougar, 5% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1999 Mercury Cougar suspension problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Mercury Cougar suspension?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

Other 1999 Mercury Cougar problems

Electrical 99Brakes 77Engine 70Visibility 52Transmission 50Fuel system 46Lights 37Body 34Acceleration 31Airbags 31Tires 27Steering 20Locks 15Seats 13Wheels 7Seat belts 5Driver assistance 3

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