2000 Mercury Cougar brakes problems

Filed May 25, 2013 · Brakes · 165,000 miles · CT

The drivers rear metal brake line failed catastrophically on the highway in a panic stop. This resulted in complete brake failure of both front and rear brakes.

Filed Aug 11, 2004 · Body, Brakes · 70,000 miles · KS

Vehicle lost power while driving down highway. Replaced the battery and took to shop to have alternator and whatever else looked at. Mechanic could not find anything wrong. Battery light still flashing. I'm scared this will happen again and leave me stranded. Also have had same electrical problems (power windows) as everyone else, as well as spending $600 on brakes, and trunk latch won't work. Radio works off and on. Also had to replace bumper as it was ripped off while pulling out of parking space. (not negligenc).

Filed Jul 28, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · OH

After running for more than 10 minutes in a row engine will not restart for thirty or fourty minutes. Brakes lose control in rain.

Filed Nov 18, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · 23,000 miles · OH

Engine dies and vehicle loses power at anytime without warning. When this occurs power steering and brakes fail.

Filed Aug 1, 2003 · Acceleration, Brakes · NJ

Problems with odometer, gas gauge, turn signals,windows, radio, hazard lights, air bag lights, speedometer.*mr. The mileage and clock were no longer visible. A new battery and alternator were installed prior to the incident. The sun roof leaked constantly and was also fixed prior to the incident. The battery and wrench light were constantly illuminated. This vehicle had been repaired over and over again. Consumer had to exit and barely made it home when she entered the driveway, the vehicle completely died. *ph. The air condition was not cold enough, the cigarette lighter was broke, the brakes made a grinding noise, the door locks/latches were inoperative, and the vehicle had a transmission leak.

Filed Jun 17, 2003 · Brakes, Steering · 46,726 miles · OK

Vehicle stalled in traffice resulting in loss of power steering and power brake control. *mr

Filed Apr 15, 2003 · Brakes · TN

The consumer believed the wrong rotors were installed on the vehicle, however the dealer stated rotors were considered wear and tear.

Filed Jun 25, 2002 · Brakes · AK · crash

Consumer was pulling inside of a parking lot and without prior warning she applied brakes and pedal went down to the floor , hitting a tree. Dealership was aware of problem.

Filed Sep 27, 2001 · Brakes · PA

Squeaking noise coincides with hesitation in driving. Service technicians cannot figure out what the problem is. Had in to dealer 3 times, once they kept it for 5 days and said they couldn't find the problem. Feels like a jerking or bucking, happens randomly/frequently. Doesn't matter what gear or how fast, happens when applying brakes and applying gas. Buzzing sound in steering column. Said was fixed once, but still occurs.

Filed Apr 20, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · MI · fire

While driving at 55-60 MPH consumer turned on air conditioner, then smelled smoke. Turned air conditioner off. Went to pull over, and brakes had failed. When vehicle came to stop, consumer opened hood and saw flames. Put fire out, and had vehicle towed to dealer. Dealer stated that starter had caused fire and replaced starter.