1994 Mercury Xr7 problems
The Mercury Cougar is a series of automobiles that was sold by Mercury from 1967 to 2002. The model line is a diverse series of vehicles; though the Cougar nameplate is most commonly associated with two-door coupes, at various stages in its production, the model also was offered as a convertible and a hatchback. During its production as the mid-size Mercury line, the Cougar was also offered as a four-door sedan and five-door station wagon.
In production for 34 years across eight generations (skipping the 1998 model year), the Cougar is second only to the Grand Marquis (36 years) in the Mercury line for production longevity. 2,972,784 examples were produced, making it the highest-selling Mercury vehicle. During the 1970s and 1980s, the marketing of the Mercury division was closely associated with the Cougar, with promotional materials advertising Mercury dealers as "The Sign of the Cat" with big cats atop Lincoln-Mercury dealer signs. Cat-related nameplates were adopted by other Mercury lines, including the Bobcat and Lynx.
During its production, the Cougar was assembled at the Dearborn Assembly Plant (part of the Ford River Rouge Complex) in Dearborn, Michigan from 1967 until 1973, San Jose Assembly (Milpitas, California) from 1968 into early 1969, Lorain Assembly (Lorain, Ohio) from 1974 until 1997, and at Flat Rock Assembly (Flat Rock, Michigan) from 1999 through 2002.
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Common 1994 Mercury Xr7 problems
Common Problems with the Mercury XR7 1994:
- Visibility Problems: The 1994 Mercury Cougar has also been reported to have visibility problems, specifically with the sun/moon roof assembly. This issue has been reported to the NHTSA and is currently under investigation.
- Brake Issues: The 1994 Mercury Cougar has been reported to have issues with the brake system, specifically with the master cylinder. This issue has been reported to the NHTSA and is currently under investigation.
- Power Train Problems: The 1994 Mercury Cougar has been reported to have problems with the power train, specifically with the automatic transmission and engine belts and associated pulleys. These issues have been reported to the NHTSA and are currently under investigation.
- Air Bag Issues: The 1994 Mercury Cougar has been reported to have issues with the air bag system, specifically with the frontal air bags and front seat belts. These issues have been reported to the NHTSA and are currently under investigation.
- Electrical System Problems: The 1994 Mercury Cougar has been reported to have issues with the electrical system, specifically with the wiring and fuses. These issues have been reported to the NHTSA and are currently under investigation.
These problems have been reported by owners of the 1994 Mercury Cougar and are based on complaints submitted to the NHTSA. It is important to note that these issues may not affect all 1994 Mercury Cougar vehicles and may vary based on individual vehicle maintenance and usage.
What years of Mercury Cougar should I avoid?
The Cougar has 2 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 8th generation (1999–2002).
What does XR7 mean on a Mercury Cougar?
It's been suggested that "XR-7" is a cipher for "experimental racing," and there was, in fact, a team of Cougars prepared by NASCAR specialist Bud Moore for drivers Dan Gurney and Parnelli Jones to compete in the 1967 Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) Trans-Am road-racing championship.
How many Mercury Cougar XR7 were made?
1970 Model Year
| MODEL OR OPTION | # PRODUCED |
|---|---|
| XR-7 | 18,567 |
| XR-7 CONVERTIBLE | 1,997 |
| ELIMINATOR | 2,267 |
| BOSS 302 | 469 |
What was the first year of the Cougar XR7?
1967
The Cougar XR7-G started life as the high-option XR-7 as produced in the Dearborn Assembly Plant in late 1967 through early 1968. The idea behind this model was to provide a "status" car similar to the Shelby Mustangs being sold and raced by Ford and to bring enthusiast traffic into the Mercury showrooms.
What does XR7 mean on a Mercury Cougar?
It's been suggested that "XR-7" is a cipher for "experimental racing," and there was, in fact, a team of Cougars prepared by NASCAR specialist Bud Moore for drivers Dan Gurney and Parnelli Jones to compete in the 1967 Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) Trans-Am road-racing championship.
How many Mercury Cougar XR7 were made?
1970 Model Year
| MODEL OR OPTION | # PRODUCED |
|---|---|
| XR-7 | 18,567 |
| XR-7 CONVERTIBLE | 1,997 |
| ELIMINATOR | 2,267 |
| BOSS 302 | 469 |
What was the first year of the Cougar XR7?
1967
The Cougar XR7-G started life as the high-option XR-7 as produced in the Dearborn Assembly Plant in late 1967 through early 1968. The idea behind this model was to provide a "status" car similar to the Shelby Mustangs being sold and raced by Ford and to bring enthusiast traffic into the Mercury showrooms.
Is Mercury Cougar the same as Ford?
The Ford Cougar is a D-segment coupé that was produced and sold in the European market between 1998 and 2002, and sold in Canada and the United States from 1999 until 2002 as the Mercury Cougar.
1994 Mercury Xr7 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mercury Xr7 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1994 Mercury Xr7 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1994 Mercury Xr7 complaints
The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1994 Mercury Xr7.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED FRONT WHEELS SHAKE VERY HARD, CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL DUE TO UNKNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE ROTORS. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
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