Model year guide

1995 Mercury cougar

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Mercury cougar is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1995 Mercury cougar — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1995 Mercury cougar at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints145
Combined18–19 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1995 Mercury cougar recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1995 Mercury cougar.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1995 Mercury cougar common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 145 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

1995 Mercury cougar safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1995 Mercury Cougar 2-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

1995 Mercury cougar MPG & running costs

Combined18–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,625
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,125 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1995 Mercury cougar costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,125
Fuel only$18,125
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
200.0 in
Width
72.8 in
Height
52.4 in
Wheelbase
113.0 in
Curb weight
3,726 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
60.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1995 Mercury cougar. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

BLOWER SWITCH/RESISTOR OR WIRING HARNESS Closed

NHTSA #EA01001 · Electrical System · opened Jan 2001 · closed Jul 2001

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 92

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 92.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT

Bulletin 03181 · Electrical System · Sep 2003

NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT

Bulletin 03148 · Power Train · Jul 2003

NEW SERVICE PART - NUMBER 5 NEEDLE BEARING AND RACE KIT - 4R70W TRANSMISSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT

Bulletin 03261 · Power Train · Jan 2003

ENGINE-GEAR DRIVEN SYNCHRONIZERS-INCORRECT INSTALLATION-CAMSHAFT POSITION SYNCHRONIZER (CMP) INSTALLATION TOOL CORRECT APPLICATION. *MJ

Bulletin 02221 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2002

INCORRECTLY INSTALLED GEAR DRIVEN CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR SYNCHRONIZER ASSEMBLIES CAUSING SURGE, LOST OF POWER, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1336, P1309 AND P0340. *TT

Bulletin 870197 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2002

CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH

Bulletin 02208 · Equipment · Oct 2002

LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ

Bulletin 02176 · Exterior Lighting · Sep 2002

SOME ENGINE ASSEMBLIES WITH ALUMINUM CYLINDER HEADS REPAIRED IN-VEHILE HAVE BEEN FOUND TO LEAK COOLANT AND/OR OIL FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET AREA. *TT

Bulletin 0214 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2002

ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT

Bulletin 01246 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2001

BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB

Bulletin 01181 · Power Train · Sep 2001

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COUGAR. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Mercury cougar

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.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1995 Mercury cougar trims & engines on record

Trims
xr-7
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl 190 hp

1995 Mercury cougar vehicles on record

1995 Mercury cougar 1995 Mercury cougar xr-71MELM62W4SH643279

Other Mercury cougar model years

2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1994 1993 1989 1988 1985

1995 Mercury cougar — frequently asked questions

Does the 1995 Mercury cougar have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1995 Mercury cougar. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Mercury cougar?

Across all 145 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, hydraulic, power train.

What is the 1995 Mercury cougar safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 1995 Mercury cougar crash-test ratings of frontal 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 1995 Mercury cougar get?

The 1995 Mercury cougar has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.