1996 Mercury Mystique engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 36 complaints for the 1996 Mercury Mystique, 12% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 36 12% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 1 fire.
What owners wrote
When driving at any speed without prior warning, vehicle stalled and cut off. Also,dealer replaced the alternator due to the electrical wires burning out the alternator .
The vehicle ran rough while driving at any speed. This condition caused a problem while driving in traffic. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer that the plastic intake manifold needed to be replaced.
Other problems reported for the 1996 Mercury Mystique
- Electrical system 59 complaints
- Transmission 29 complaints
- Lighting 24 complaints
- Brakes 21 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 21 complaints
- Suspension 16 complaints
- Cooling system 15 complaints