Three problems related to hydraulic power assist steering system have 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.
Vehicle stalled in traffice resulting in loss of power steering and power brake control.
Consumer was driving e when vehicle stalled in front of a semi-ractor trailer. Also, steering had locked up. Had no warning prior to stalling. Finally took vehicle to dealership & left it there. Lights go dim and car wants to die/ doesn't want to go into second gear when starting off, and same thing is happening when trying to sift into fifth gear/passenger's tail light is coming loose/interior lights coming on.
Engine dies and vehicle loses power at anytime without warning. When this occurs power steering and brakes fail.
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Wheel problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems |