Table 1 shows 18 common power train related problems of the 1999 Mercury Cougar. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (five problems).
I have a 1999 Mercury Cougar, and have had it about 4 years now. I have had no problems with the car, except having to have the alternator replaced. I work 3rd shift (7p-7a) at a local hospital, and on my way home, my car started slipping in and out of gear. Read details...
1999 Mercury Cougar. Consumer states problem with transmission shifting into first and second gear, but will shift correctly if it is done manually. Read details...
First transmission failed on the highway at 32,000 miles and was replaced under warranty second transmission failed at 82,000. Read details...