One problem related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings has been reported for the 2000 Mercury Cougar. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Mercury Cougar based on all problems reported for the 2000 Cougar.
The drivers rear metal brake line failed catastrophically on the highway in a panic stop. This resulted in complete brake failure of both front and rear brakes.
| Brake Electric Antilock problems | |
| Power Assist Brake problems | |
| Brake Disc Rotor problems | |
| Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problems | |
| Brake Disc problems | |
| Brakes Failed problems | |
| Brake Grinding Noise problems | |
| Brake Foundation Components problems |