Two problems related to tire sidewall have been reported for the 2001 Mercury Cougar. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Mercury Cougar based on all problems reported for the 2001 Cougar.
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. The dealership felt the problem was due to a combination of the magnesium/aluminum wheels and the low profile tires.
Both rear firestone, firehawk atx tires size: p205/75r15, dot: unknown on 2001, Mercury, Cougar developed "flat spots" (deformations) in sidewall. There are less than 50 miles on the tires, and they are original equipment on vehicle. Dealer replaced 2 tires and firstone replaced 1 front tire.
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