1982 Mercury Cougar Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1982 Mercury Cougar has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Seats (1 report).

3Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Cougar?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1982 Mercury Cougar recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting

Recall 83V050May 4, 1983170 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Recall 82V031Apr 6, 1982116 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 81V151Dec 23, 19813,010 vehicles affected

Most common 1982 Mercury Cougar problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seats1
Electrical System1

What owners report

2001-01-23, Electrical System
IGNITION MODULE FAILED CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. NLM
1995-11-20, Seats
WHEN DRIVING THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE SEAT STARTED TO SMOKE . TT

1982 Mercury Cougar questions

Does the 1982 Mercury Cougar have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1982 Mercury Cougar: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting; Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1982 Mercury Cougar?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seats (1), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1982 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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