Mercury Cougar 1980
Model Cougar made in 1980 by Mercury got 3 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, visibility. The car had some investigations: parking brake, service brakes, hydraulic. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic.
Model 1980
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 08E019000 | INTERCONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS | E (Equipment) | 1937 | 03/19/2008 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/06/2008 | 03/06/2008 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Intercontinental auto parts is recalling 1,937 fuel filters, p/nos alg 44/1 and purolator f10024, shipped between january 14 and february 13, 2008, sold for use on the vehicles listed above. the filter's outlet cap may not be securely crimped to the housing. this could result in a separation of filter's outlet cap from the housing. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this condition occurs while attempting to start the vehicle, a no start condition may result and fuel may be pumped onto the ground. if this occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the engine may stop due to inadequate fuel supply. if an ignition source were present, fuel leakage may result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Intercontinental will replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began during march 2008. owners may contact intercontinental at 800-451-2593. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to intercontinental aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the ford motor company.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 79V262000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 09/01/1979 to 09/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 3000 | 02/20/1980 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 12/18/1979 | 01/14/1980 | 571 | 105 | |||||
| Defect Summary | The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, hydraulic brake systems. rear axle assemblies intended for other vehicles may have been installed in the involved vehicles. the wheel cylinders may not be the correct size. this could affect braking performance. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will replace any incorrect wheel cylinders without charge to owner. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; rear brake cylinders.consequences of defect: this condition could result in increased stoppingdistances, which could lead to a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PARKING BRAKE | ||||||
| PE89039 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 02/09/1989 | 06/13/1989 | PARKING BRAKE FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| EA86005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 11/25/1985 | 07/23/1987 | POWER BRAKE BOOSTER | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |||
| While using headlights they would flash intermittenly at the same time. also, consumer noticed smoke coming from the dashboard. dealer has been notified. please provide further informaton. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| While using headlights they would flash intermittenly at the same time. also, consumer noticed smoke coming from the dashboard. dealer has been notified. please provide further informaton. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
| 08/17/1998 | |||
| While driving driver's side window fell out. dealer was contacted, and stated that the cost of the window would be picked up by the consumer. *ak | |||