Tire Related Problems of the 2001 Mercury Cougar

Table 1 shows two common tire related problems of the 2001 Mercury Cougar. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire sidewall (two problems).

Table 1. Tire related problems of Mercury Cougar

Problem Category Number of Problems
Tire problems
3
Tire Sidewall problems
2

Recently reported Tire problems of the 2001 Mercury Cougar

The Tire problem

Cooper trendsetter se,p205/55/r16,inside one tire is a pile of powdered rubber/inside wall of tire,rubber has came off and you can see what looks like bands.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

Consumer noticed blisters on sidewall of both front tires. Dealership also noticed that the wheels were bent due to short sidewall height. The vibrations from the tires and wheel caused the steering wheel to vibrate.   Read details...


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