Table 1 shows seven common exterior lighting related problems of the 1999 Mercury Cougar. The number one most common problem is related to the brake light (eleven problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake light switch (ten problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Brake Light problems | |
| Brake Light Switch problems | |
| Headlights problems | |
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Tail Light problems | |
| Fog Lights problems | |
| Turn Signal Flasher Unit problems |
The vehicle would not shift out of gear when the brake were being applied. Also, the rear brake light illuminated. The dealer was notified. The dealer informed the consumer that the vehicle was not covered under a recall. Read details...
The contact owns a 1999 Mercury Cougar. The contact stated that the brake lights failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the brake lamp switch was defective and needed to be replaced. Read details...
The contact owns a 1999 Mercury Cougar. While driving 45 mph, the exterior lights became dim. The exterior lights also dimmed immediately when the contact began driving. The failure occurred intermittently. Read details...