CarRecallWatchThe 1980 Mercury Cougar has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1980 Mercury Cougar recalls
Most common 1980 Mercury Cougar problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
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
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
1980 Mercury Cougar questions
Does the 1980 Mercury Cougar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1980 Mercury Cougar: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Wheel Cylinders. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1980 Mercury Cougar?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Visibility (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1980 Mercury Cougar has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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