Wiring problems of the 1999 Mercury Cougar

Four problems related to wiring have been reported for the 1999 Mercury Cougar. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2003

Vehicle had battery problems. Consumer stated that mechanic told him there was a recall on this issue. Under any acceleration (light or heavy) the battery light turned on. It also turned on occasionally while cruising. The mechanic indicated that there was probably a short somewhere that he could not find and that this was a potential fire risk.

2 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 07/18/2001

Consumer noticed a blue wire hanging from the vehicles front.

3 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 09/11/1999

Wiring harness in the fuel tank at the fuel pump burned and melted the wires which may have caused a fire. Please provide further information.

4 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 08/24/1999

Car's warning light stayed on constantly, took in first time was told electricle wiring, had taken in 4 more times then break lights failed they explained it was mechanicle malfunction, passenger seat cable broke been waiting since 8/26/99 for replacement, cruise control stopped working, warning for coolant keep eluminating.




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