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Recall campaign86V065000

Recall 86V065000: 1986 Mercury Cougar

Exterior lighting › Headlights
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.

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.