1995 Mercury Mystique

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
1995 Mercury Mystique
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Complaints
335
Recalls
12

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
6

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 2 complaints 1995: 335 complaints 1995 335 1996: 185 complaints 1997: 71 complaints 1998: 231 complaints 1998 1999: 128 complaints 2000: 63 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002
1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 335 complaints 1995 335 1996: 185 complaints 1996 1997: 71 complaints 1997 1998: 231 complaints 1998 1999: 128 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002
1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 335 complaints 1995 335 1996: 185 complaints 1996 1997: 71 complaints 1997 1998: 231 complaints 1998 1999: 128 complaints 1999 2000: 63 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002

1995: 335 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19942
1995335
1996185
199771
1998231
1999128
200063
20012
20022

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

32% · 108 reports

Most commonly citing fan and engine.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle caught on fire while the consumer was driving, the driver sustain 2ND degree burns on the right arm and leg. (Ohio traffic crash report)

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-19

Electrical system

24% · 80 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and wiring.

FIRE

Power train

17% · 56 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and gear position indication (prndl).

CRASHINJURY

Steering

11% · 38 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and pump.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Suspension

11% · 38 reports

Most commonly citing coil springs and springs.

Safety timeline

12 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first

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    1994-10-14Fuel system, gasoline94V203000 The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement can leak at the weld.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, as appropriate, replace the fuel tanks.

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    1994-10-15Fuel system, gasoline94V184000 A metal shield on the outside of the plastic fuel filler pipe can develop a static electrical charge during refueling of the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, modify the vehicles by adding a ground strap between the filler pipe shield and the body.

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    1995Complaint volume 335 complaints filed for this model year.
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    1995-02-10Air bags95E006002 The passenger side air bag has an inflator body that cracked during forming of the curl that retains the igniter plug in the end of the inflator. Also the igniter end cap can separate from the…

    Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the passenger side air bag module.

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    1995-02-17Visibility95V009000 The glass tempering process on the right hand rear door windows was not correctly performed. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS No. 205, "Glazing materials."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the right rear door glass.

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    1995-12-27Fuel system, gasoline95V232000 The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement, constructed from two separately molded pieces, can leak at the weld.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assemblies with units containing one-piece molded reinforcements.

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    1995-12-27Seat belts95V228000 Cracks have been found in the front safety belt outboard anchor tabs due to a combination of hydrogen embrittlement of the tab and stress introduced during attachment of the anchor tab to the seat…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install an anchor tab reinforcement or replacement of the complete front seat belt assembly if an anchor tab is found to have fractured.

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    1998-01-13Vehicle speed control97V225000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the traction control option. The throttle cables were damaged during vehicle assembly leading to fraying or separation of the throttle cable.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the throttle cable with a revised design that is less susceptible to bending or kinking during installation.

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    1998-11-20Power train98V233000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The floor shift automatic transmission control can be damaged if subjected to certain interior cleaning products. The gear position indicator can…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the automatic transmission floor shift control.

  10. I
    1999-08-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-02-23 Engine cooling fan fires
  11. I
    1999-09-15Recall queryClosed 2001-03-07 Various intermittent electrical issues
  12. I
    2000-02-23Engineering analysisClosed 2000-11-09 Engine cooling fan fires
  13. I
    2000-06-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2001-01-05 Blower switch/resistor or wiring harness
  14. I
    2001-01-05Engineering analysisClosed 2001-07-31 Blower switch/resistor or wiring harness
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    2001-02-05Engine and engine cooling00V367000 Vehicle description: 1995 passenger vehicles equipped with the 2.0L and 2.5L engines, and 1996 vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. Tightening of the engine cooling fan motor bearings, up to and…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a positive temperature coefficient device in-line with each fan motor. Ford will also extend the warranty on the engine cooling fan assembly to a total of 8 years of service or…

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    2001-08-29Visibility01I009000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 1995-1997 Ford contour and Mercury Mystique…

    Remedy: Ford will provide additional warranty coverage for the heater blower switch for 10 years from original date of sale of the vehicle or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. Dealers will install a…

  17. I
    2002-02-26Recall queryClosed 2002-09-12 Incorrect gear indication
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    2006-03-20Service brakes, hydraulic06E022000 Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain Ford, daimlerchrysler, and Jeep passenger vehicles. These brake cylinders were sold under the…

    Remedy: Affinia (Brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2006. Owners can contact affina group customer service at…

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    2008-05-22Suspension08E033000 Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between November 9, 2007 and March 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged…

    Remedy: Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.

Buy-smart checklist

1995 Mercury Mystique — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 108 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 80 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 56 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V203000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 94V184000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 95E006002 · Air bags
  • Recall 95V009000 · Visibility
  • Recall 95V232000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 95V228000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 97V225000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 98V233000 · Power train
  • Recall 00V367000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 01I009000 · Visibility
  • Recall 06E022000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension

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FAQ

Is the 1995 Mercury Mystique reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Mercury Mystique is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Mercury Mystique?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Mercury Mystique have?
12 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.