1989 Mercury Cougar vs 1990 Mercury Cougar
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1989 Mercury Cougar | 1990 Mercury Cougar |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 86 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 26 | 33 |
| Investigations | 6 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 18–20 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercury Cougar | Mercury Cougar |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 21 | 18 |
| Seat Belts | 17 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 9 |
| Power Train | 6 | 2 |
| Steering | 4 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
1989 Mercury Cougar
1990 Mercury Cougar
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.