Most common 1995 Mercury Mystique problems
Share of the 335 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mercury Mystique complaints by model year
Best Mystique years: 2000, 1997, 1999. Years to avoid: 1995, 1998, 1996. Compare all years →
1995 Mercury Mystique recalls (8)
Engine and engine cooling
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 including motor stall, can result in increased motor torque and higher than normal motor current and accompanying high motor…
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 100,000 miles from…
Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
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 deteriorate and not correctly indicate the actual gear position.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the automatic transmission floor shift control.
Vehicle speed control › Cables
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.
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
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.
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
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."
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.
Visibility › Windshield
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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Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement can leak at the weld.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, as appropriate, replace the fuel tanks.
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 6 possible defects involving the 1995 Mercury Mystique:
Various intermittent electrical issues
There is no summary currently available
Incorrect gear indication
There is no summary currently available
Engine cooling fan fires
Odi opened this investigation on August 18, 1999, based on four reports of fire involving the engine cooling fan.the reports allege the electronic cooling fan caught fire with resultant damage to the fan and wire harness and/or the harness connector.in its pe response, Ford provided information relevant to 46 additional alleged fire incidents and 47 alleged failures of the cooling fan involving thermal damage to the…
Blower switch/resistor or wiring harness
There is no summary currently available
Blower switch/resistor or wiring harness
There is no summary currently available
Engine cooling fan fires
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What 1995 Mercury Mystique owners say
Engine & cooling all 93 →
While the driver of the 1995 Mercury Mystique was operating the vehicle, I was in the passengers seat. The car began losing power and the driver kept the car going. At this point a driver pulled up along side the car and yelled "your car is on fire". The driver of the Mystique then pulled to the shoulder and the car was engulfed in flames on the passenger side. I immediately exited the car while hearing a woman scream "it's going to explode". I suffered 2nd degree burns on my face,right ear, right arm, right leg and isolated 3rd degree on my right knuckles. I attempted to contact an attorney but he eventually quit the case. I don't think that I should have to pay medical bills from this fire. The driver was unhurt but his car was burnt to a hunk of black metal.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle temperature gage elevated while driving at normal highway speeds and the engine suddenly shut down. The vehicle had an odor of something burning like plastic. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop. The independent mechanic discovered exposed wires leading to the fan and engine. The radiator was flushed, engine performance enhancer was added, spark plugs were replaced, but the exposed wiring was not repaired. The independent mechanic discovered a recall concerning the fan wiring. The vehicle remained parked for two weeks before it was taken to a local service dealer. The dealer began working on obtaining authorization for the recall remedy, but the manufacturer would not authorize the recall remedy because of the age of the vehicle. The contact is the second owner of the vehicle, but the original owner did not receive a recall letter. …
Electrical system all 73 →
Ford has refused to replace the wiring harness in my 1995 Mercury Mystique because: the extended warranty for this vehicle expired in jun 2005 (10 years from 'in service' date. I have owned the vehicle since nov 2003 and never received a recall notice. Ford states a letter was sent to a previous owner. I cannot verify this and really view it as irrelevant since the harness was never accomplished on this vehicle. Is Ford not required to locate and notify subsequent owners of such a recall if the remedy has never been applied to the subject vehicle. Surely Ford would keep records of remedies applied or not applied? The defective harness has rendered this vehicle completely unuseable, it now sits in the front yard. I cannot afford the repairs on my own (I'm a single mother with a 3 year old). I cannot sell the vehicle in it's present inoperable state. …
While driving and without warning vehicle caught on fire under the hood. Dealership was notified, vehicle was serviced. However, vehicle was continued to be used, miles later vehicle became inoperable. The engine cooling fan motor and wire harness caught on fire, dealer replaced the engine cooling fan assembly and main fuse, dealer also repaired the burnt wiring, 2 years later, consumer received recalls 00V367, 99m03, 99m06, 00s44/00m13 and 00s44, consumer has not been reimbursed for any of the repairs. Dealer replaced right rear weather stripping and reinstalled mold around the handle due to the weather strip bowing. Tape player would not eject. Vehicle was hard to steer, especially when raining, dealer could not duplicate problem. Front brake pads were replaced and rotors were machined due to vibration when braking. …
Transmission & drivetrain all 53 →
Consumer stated vehicle jumped out of gear, even when slamming on the brakes, vehicle would not stop. This resulted in several accidents. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer/mechanic, and was told that they could not resolve the problem.
Transmission will not down shift had a new transmission put in the car and it still does the same thing. No one seems to know why? Could you please help me I have spent to much money now. 1995 Mercury Mystique.
1995 Mercury Mystique engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 21 / 31 / 25 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 21 / 29 / 24 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 19 / 28 / 22 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Mercury Mystique a good car?
Based on 335 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Mystique rates avoid: 2.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the Mystique at the same age. It is one of the Mystique years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Mercury Mystique?
The engine & cooling — 93 complaints, 28% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine. Next are the electrical system (73) and transmission & drivetrain (53).
How many recalls does the 1995 Mercury Mystique have?
There are 8 recalls for the 1995 Mercury Mystique, the most recent from November 6, 2000 (engine and engine cooling). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mercury Mystique?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2000, 1997 and 1999. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1995, 1998 and 1996. See the full Mercury Mystique years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Mercury Mystique problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 88,000 miles; 21% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.