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Here's What Went Wrong With The 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar

Mercury Cougar
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This video highlights the 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar. The 8th-generation Mercury Cougar switched markets, going from personal luxury to sports compact. The 1999 Mercury Cougar had a host of reliability issues. Some owners mentioned their Cougar would stall at highway speeds. Others mentioned their Cougar had unexplained fuel leaks. Other problems included faulty electrical systems and malfunctioning A/C. Owners also mention how the 2.5-liter Duratec V6 should be avoided, and buyers should instead seek the Inline-4 engine .

About Mercury Cougar

The Mercury Cougar is a series of automobiles that was sold by Mercury from 1967 to 2002. The model line is a diverse series of vehicles; though the Cougar nameplate is most commonly associated with two-door coupes, at various stages in its production, the model also was offered as a convertible and a hatchback. During its production as the mid-size Mercury line, the Cougar was also offered as a four-door sedan and five-door station wagon.

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Added 13 May 2026



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