Structure Related Problems of the 2000 Mercury Cougar

Table 1 shows five common structure related problems of the 2000 Mercury Cougar. The number one most common problem is related to the bumper (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate (one problem).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Mercury Cougar


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2000 Mercury Cougar

The Bumper problem

The front bumper fell off while driving without physical contact. The driver was able to pull over. The driver picked up the bumper and attachments and placed them inside of the vehicle and drove home. The driver has contacted the dealer for appointment. Please provide further details.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate problem

First noticed that hatchback indicator tone would not go off. Then when key is put in ignition it won't turn sometimes. When clutch is engaged rpms will go as high as 4000. Engine stalled while driving at 50 mph. Took to dealership and was told they could find nothing wrong.   Read details...

The Body problem

There is a health issue associated with my 2000 Mercury Cougar. I recently noticed that there were particles coming from the front and windshield vents. Some were very small, some probably too small to see, while other were large, 1/2 x 1/4 .   Read details...


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