Recall 86V065000: 1986 Mercury Cougar
- Report received
- May 21, 1986
- Manufacturer
- Ford motor company
- Potentially affected
- 163vehicles
- Model years
- 1986
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Headlamp covers were installed on vehicles in error. Causing the cars not to comply with fmvss 108, lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment. Consequence of defect: the headlamp covers may hinder the safe operation of the car in darkness and other conditions of reduced visibility.
Remedy
Remove headlamp covers.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1986 Mercury Cougar13 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.