How many recalls does the 1985 Mercury Cougar have?

The 1985 Mercury Cougar has 2 known safety recalls. None are classified as critical.

Are Mercury Cougar recalls free to fix?

Yes, all manufacturer safety recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized Mercury dealers. Contact your local dealer with your VIN to schedule service.

How do I check if my specific 1985 Mercury Cougar is affected?

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the Cardog app or contact an authorized Mercury dealer. They can verify if your specific vehicle is affected by any recalls.

1985 Mercury Cougar

Safety Recalls & Notices

We found 2 safety recalls for the 1985 Mercury Cougar. Recalls are sourced from both NHTSA (US) and Transport Canada databases. Contact your authorized Mercury dealer to schedule free repairs.

Total

safety notices

Units

175

vehicles affected

Recent

Mar 20, 1985

last notice date

Summary

VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERS THAT HAVE IMPROPERLY ANODIZED INTERNAL SURFACES. THIS COULD CAUSE ACCELERATED WEAR OF A MASTER CYLINDER PISTON SEAL TO THE EXTENT THAT ONE PORTION OF THE SPLIT BRAKE SYSTEM BECOMES INEFFECTIVE. THIS WOULD INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCES AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Campaign ID:1985029

Units Affected:175

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MERCURY·MERCURY COUGAR·1985 MERCURY COUGAR

Summary

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.

Campaign ID:16035

Component:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER