Table 1 shows three common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 1997 Mercury Cougar. The number one most common problem is related to the carburetor (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel injection (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Carburetor problems | |
| Fuel Injection problems | |
| Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problems |
Intake manifold 1997 Cougar, engine failure. The consumer stated that she had to pay 900. 00 to replace a plastic part in the intake manifold and wants the part to be recalled. Read details...
We have numerous complaints with this vehicle. One of which is the brakes. Another is the cooling system. There is a recall on the manifold but our local Ford dealer wlll not replace even though we have asked them to do so. In addition the engine had a problem which no one could figure out. Read details...
Fuel was noted leaking from fuel lines just aft of the passenger side door. Upon further investigation, fuel was seem running down the fuel lines and side of fuel tank. Leak was caused by fuel lines chaffing through on top of tank. Car had 51,000 miles on it Read details...