NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Mercury Cougar; the most frequently affected component is suspension. Owners filed 111 complaints, most often about fuel system. Among the 3 model years of this model in the database, 2002 ranks #3 for number of recalls.
Problem: Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between november 9, 2007 and march 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
Risk: The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.
Service brakes, hydraulicCampaign 06E022000 · 13 Mar 2006
Problem: Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles. These brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. Only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. When subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.
Risk: Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Affinia (brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.
Fuel system, gasolineCampaign 04V421000 · 30 Aug 2004
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, contamination of the filter in the fuel delivery module (fdm) can reduce, and eventually block, the flow of fuel to the engine.
Risk: This may cause engine hesitation, loss of power, surging, and other similar symptoms. Over time, the filter may become sufficiently blocked to cause the engine to stall, which could result in a crash.
Remedy: This action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act. All owners will be notified of the problem, and dealers will replace the fdm with a new design at no charge if the owner reports that the vehicle exhibits any of the identified symptoms. The free replacement will be available for a period of 10 years following the original purchase of the vehicle, with no mileage limit. The campaign began on april 16, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
What owners complain about
Share of the 39 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Fuel system18 · 46%
Gasoline17 · 44%
Engine9 · 23%
Fuel/propulsion system4 · 10%
Visibility3 · 8%
Electrical system2 · 5%
Exterior lighting2 · 5%
Vehicle speed control2 · 5%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
I'm having the same issue with my 2002 mercury cougar as everyone else, but when i put my vin number into the search, there are no recalls listed for it. I don't think that its right that my life be put in serious danger because of an apparent design issue. This car is losing all power and shutting down. It doesn't…
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mercury cougar. He stated that the vehicle began to hesitate and lose power. The failure was identical to nhtsa campaign id number: 04v421000; however, the manufacturer informed the contact this his vin did not apply to the recall. The current and failure mileages were 127,000. Updated…
I am currently having problems with the fuel pump driver module. I reported the problem to ford in oct 2018. Ford stated that the 10 year recall ended and per their records the issue was resolved as fuel module was replaced by dealer don knott ford, carson, ca. Don knott ford is no longer in business. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercury cougar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph in a driveway, there was a sudden increase in the acceleration. The vehicle failed to decelerate even as the contact applied the brakes. The contact was unable to control the failure and crashed into a house. The…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.