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2000 Mercury Cougar recalls

The 2000 Mercury Cougar has 3 safety recalls. Here is what each one means, the risk, and the free fix.

Check your exact car: VIN recall check

2000โ€“2002 Mercury Cougar

Fuel system recall ยท 04V421
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.
๐Ÿ“… Aug 30, 2004ยท 88,600 vehicles

2000 Mercury Cougar

Electrical system recall ยท 01V031
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 2.5L V6 engines.
๐Ÿ“… Feb 9, 2001ยท 120,000 vehicles

2000 Ford Contour & 2000 Mercury Cougar + 1 more

Brakes recall ยท 00V075
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles not equipped with the anti-lock braking system (ABS).
๐Ÿ“… Mar 14, 2000ยท 436,200 vehicles

Other Mercury Cougar years

2001 2002 All years

FAQ

Does the 2000 Mercury Cougar have any recalls?

Yes. The 2000 Mercury Cougar has 3 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 04V421 (fuel system); 01V031 (electrical system); 00V075 (brakes). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.

Are 2000 Mercury Cougar recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

How do I check my 2000 Mercury Cougar for recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN (on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb) on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Mercury dealer.