1997 Mercury Cougar problems by component
76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Mercury Cougar, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 30 | 39% | 71,550 mi |
| Power Train → | 10 | 13% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 12% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 11% | — |
| Suspension | 6 | 8% | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 5% | — |
| Tires | 4 | 5% | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 4% | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 4% | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 3% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 3% | — |
| Steering | 2 | 3% | — |
| Structure | 2 | 3% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 3% | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.