1985 Mercury Cougar Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1985 Mercury Cougar. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 85V025000Mar 11, 19853,508 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
  Covers: Mercury Cougar 1985, Ford Thunderbird 1985

  Reported issue: Brake master cylinders may have improperly anodized internal surfaces causing accelerated wear of a piston seal. Consequence of defect: one portion of the split brake system would become ineffective resulting in increased stopping distance which may cause an accident. Driver would be warned by increased pedal travel and the brake warning light.

  Remedy: Master cylinders built on january 9, 1985 will be replaced.

  Full campaign details →

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