1995 Mercury Mystique: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1995 Mercury Mystique: 8 recalls, 335 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
8 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 4 equipment/tire recalls that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #94V184000 · 1994 · 8,000 vehicles
What's wrong: A metal shield on the outside of the plastic fuel filler pipe can develop a static electrical charge during refueling of the vehicle.
Why it matters: A static charge can discharge and serve as an ignition source for fuel vapors in the area of the filler pipe, resulting in a flash vapor ignition and a vehicle fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, modify the vehicles by adding a ground strap between the filler pipe shield and the body.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #94V203000 · 1994 · 28,500 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement can leak at the weld.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage can result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, as appropriate, replace the fuel tanks.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #95V009000 · 1995 · 2,512 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Consequence of non-compliance: if the window breaks, the glass fragments of the rear windows exceed the size specifications of fmvss no. 205.
The fix: Dealers will replace the right rear door glass.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #95V228000 · 1995 · 229,500 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 frame. This does not conform with the requirements of fmvss no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Why it matters: Consequence of non-compliance: a fracture or separation in this area would reduce the load that the anchor and the front safety belt anchorages could sustain, increasing the risk of injury in a vehicle collisoin.
The fix: 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.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #95V232000 · 1995 · 167,784 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement, constructed from two separately molded pieces, can leak at the weld.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage can result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assemblies with units containing one-piece molded reinforcements.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #97V225000 · 1997 · 38,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The throttle cables were damaged during vehicle assembly leading to fraying or separation of the throttle cable.
Why it matters: This condition could prevent the engine from returning to idle.
The fix: Dealers will replace the throttle cable with a revised design that is less susceptible to bending or kinking during installation.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #98V233000 · 1998 · 175,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The floor shift automatic transmission control can be damaged if subjected to certain interior cleaning products. The gear position indicator can deteriorate and not correctly indicate the actual gear position.
Why it matters: This condition can result in incorrect gear selection.
The fix: Dealers will replace the automatic transmission floor shift control.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #00V367000 · 2000 · 262,559 vehicles
What's wrong: 0l and 2.5l engines, and 1996 vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. Tightening of the engine cooling fan motor bearings, up to and including motor stall, can result in increased motor torque and higher than normal motor current and accompanying high motor temperatures.
Why it matters: Overheating of the cooling fan motor due to excessive current can result in smoke and odors from bearing grease, insulation and other internal motor components. If electrical current continues to be applied to the motor, internal motor components could ignite possibly igniting other engine…
The fix: 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 100,000 miles from the warranty start date, whichever occurs first. If the vehicle already has more…
4 aftermarket equipment / tire recalls replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Airbags Equipment recall #95E006002 · 1995 · 8,600 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 inflator.
Why it matters: The passenger side air bag May not inflate properly resulting in reduced occupant protection in a vehicle accident. If the igniter end cap separates in a frontal collision, hot gases can be released and ignite flammable material or cause burn injuries.
The fix: Dealers will remove and replace the passenger side air bag module.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Recall #01I009000 · 2001 · 566,979 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 vehicles. The heater blower resistor could overheat causing the attached electrical connector to melt.
Why it matters: This could create the potential for a fire.
The fix: 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 new heater blower resistor and a new wire jumper harness free of charge.
Brakes (hydraulic) Equipment recall #06E022000 · 2006 · 7,440 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. Only products that were manufactured from July 27, 2005 through January 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. When…
Why it matters: Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: 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 1-800-323-0354.
Suspension Equipment recall #08E033000 · 2008 · 6,903 vehicles
What's wrong: The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
Why it matters: The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members May loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This May result in loss of vehicle control,…
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 15 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (93): the most common themes are overheating (20), electrical failure (18), stalls / loses power (14).
- Electrical (73): the most common themes are electrical failure (45), stalls / loses power (18), fire / smoke (12).
- Transmission & drivetrain (53): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (22), noise or vibration (5).
- Suspension (36): the most common themes are noise or vibration (11), rust / corrosion (5).
The 1995 Mercury Mystique has 335 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 9 Mystique model years for complaints (3.0× the average Mystique year). Complaints peaked in 2001 (61 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 88,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1994 (2 complaints, 0 recalls), 1996 (185 complaints, 7 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1995 Mercury Mystique have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recalls for the 1995 Mercury Mystique, plus 4 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1995 Mercury Mystique problems?
Owners have filed 335 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (93), electrical (73), transmission & drivetrain (53).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Mercury Mystique get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1995 Mercury Mystique repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.