1998 Mercury Mystique electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 30 complaints for the 1998 Mercury Mystique, 9% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 30 9% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 7
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 7 fires.
What owners wrote
Ongoing problem with electrical shortages, causing vehicle to lose power. Vehicle has been to dealer's shop on four occasions, and problem continues to occur. Also a fire orignated under the hood. Feel free to provide further details.
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 mercury mystique. While driving various speeds, the contact noticed that the fuel gauge and speedometer displayed inaccurate readings. In addition, the warning lights on the instrument control panel flicker on and off sporadically. The contact also stated that he felt excessive heat underneath the instrument panel. A local mechanic stated that the electrical system was defective and they are currently in the process of repairing the vehicle.
Other problems reported for the 1998 Mercury Mystique
- Suspension 58 complaints
- Engine 33 complaints
- Transmission 32 complaints
- Brakes 31 complaints
- Lighting 21 complaints
- Air bags 19 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 18 complaints
- Cruise control 16 complaints