2000 Mercury Cougar Latches, locks and linkages Problems

“Vehicle lost power while driving down highway. Replaced the battery and took to shop to have alternator and whatever else looked at. Mechanic could not find anything wrong. Battery light still flashing. I'm scared this will happen again and leave me stranded. Also have had same electrical problems (power windows) as everyone else, as well as spending $600 on brakes, and trunk latch won't work. Radio works off and on. Also had to replace bumper as it was ripped off while pulling out of parking space. (not negligenc).”

“2000 Mercury Cougar, vehicle hood latch failed causing the hood to open and strike the front windshield and the roof. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0395-91) updated 09/13/10”

“Vehicle shut off after being driven for half hour, and failed to start. The dealer replaced battery/alternator/ ignition switch, and relay, but the problem continued. After all repairs were made, problems continued to exist. . Also the ball joint was replaced, the trunk release did not work.”

“Hood unlatches at highway speed. Problem doesn't happen on city routes. The consumer being concern if it will unlatch and block the ability to see while driving. Dealer was notified and duplicated the hood. Please provide more information.”

“Problems with odometer, gas gauge, turn signals,windows, radio, hazard lights, air bag lights, speedometer. . The mileage and clock were no longer visible. A new battery and alternator were installed prior to the incident. The sun roof leaked constantly and was also fixed prior to the incident. The battery and wrench light were constantly illuminated. This vehicle had been repaired over and over again. Consumer had to exit and barely made it home when she entered the driveway, the vehicle completely died. . …”