10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #2

Feb 272008

(reported on)

Cougar 6-cyl

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2000 Mercury Cougar with transmission problems. Consumer states that the transmission hesitates when putting it into gear, jerks when moving forward. He also states that transmission fluid on the ground was noticed. A local transmission shop diagnosed the problem as metal fillings in the transmission fluid as well as bad seals.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

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problem #1

Jan 162001

Cougar 6-cyl

  • miles
Problems with odometer, gas gauge, turn signals, windows, radio, hazard lights, air bag lights, speedometer.. the mileage and clock were no longer visible. A new battery and alternator were installed prior to the incident. The sun roof leaked constantly and was also fixed prior to the incident. The battery and wrench light were constantly illuminated. This vehicle had been repaired over and over again. Consumer had to exit and barely made it home when she entered the driveway, the vehicle completely died.. the air condition was not cold enough, the cigarette lighter was broke, the brakes made a grinding noise, the door locks/latches were inoperative, and the vehicle had a transmission leak.

- Nutley, NJ, USA

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