One problem related to starter 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.
While driving at 55-60 mph consumer turned on air conditioner, then smelled smoke. Turned air conditioner off. Went to pull over, and brakes had failed. When vehicle came to stop, consumer opened hood and saw flames. Put fire out, and had vehicle towed to dealer. Dealer stated that starter had caused fire and replaced starter.