1998 Mercury Mystique brakes problems

28 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 28
of this car's complaints: 12%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
12
Foundation components
6
Foundation components: disc
5
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
2
Foundation components: disc: rotor
2
Pedals and linkages
1
Antilock: ABS warning light
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

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200k+

Mercury Mystique brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 Mercury Mystique brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

ABS 7

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation componentsReported March 9, 2000 · 436,200 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles not equipped with the anti-lock braking system (ABS). A pressure conscious reducing valve (pcrv) in the rear brakes may be subject to corrosion and result in malfunction, when operated in areas that use salt compounds on the roadway for de-icing or dust control.
Risk: If both pcrv's malfunction, vehicle handling could be adversely affected during braking as a result of the rear wheels locking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install improved pcrv's in the rear brake system. This recall was expanded in september 2000 to include 1999 and 2000 ford contour, mercury mystique and cougar vehicles.

Recall number 00V075000 · Recall details

What 1998 Mercury Mystique owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 16, 2008 · Brakes · 40,000 miles · WI

Tried to brake for a family of geese crossing the road. Following the braking, I noticed a problem with the brakes and the car pulling to the left. The car was also making an unusual noise. After slowly driving the car to the repair shop, it was determined that the right front brake rotor was broken.

Filed Apr 23, 2007 · Brakes · NY

Right rear brake hose rubbed against strut causing the hose to break and loss of brake fluid on a 1998 mercury mystique gs.

Filed Jul 12, 2004 · Brakes · MD

While driving ABS brake warning light continuously illuminated on the dashboard. As a result, there was extended stopping distance. Vehicle was taken to the dealership, and technician determined that ABS module failed, an will cost about $900.00 at consumer's expense to fix it.

Filed Nov 4, 2003 · Brakes · 70,903 miles · VA

Went to ford dealer regarding 1998 mercury mystique- ABS light would not go off. They tested it at $90.00 and then said that the whole hcu would have to be replaced to correct the problem at a cost of $3,000. I was also told that this part doesn't brake down or need replacement ofter. No recalls available I can't afford to fix this. They said that the regular brakes are fine, however, I notice that I somtimes don't stop like I should.

Filed Feb 4, 2003 · Brakes · MD

Premature wear of front brake rotors and pads.

Filed Jul 29, 2002 · Brakes · VT

When driving at low or high speeds front end shakes. Also, when applying brakes steering wheel shakes excessively, making it hard to control. Dealer says it is brake rotors. Dealer has seen vehicle several times, and can't fix it.

Filed Jul 24, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · MI · fire

Horn does not work. Vehicle has been checked by dealer several times. Horn would work intermittently, but currently it has failed completely.*ak the rear seat belts are inoperative. The power steering, alternator, and front brakes failed. The catalytic converter caught on fire.

Filed Jun 13, 2002 · Brakes · CD

Vehicle shakes at high speeds. When pressing brakes brakes shutter to a stop. Please provide any further information.

Filed May 3, 2002 · Brakes · 38,650 miles · IA

The clip connecting the gas pedal to the engine has fallen off twice & been repaired. Both times the car was accelerating onto an interstate & the driver was able to pull off onto the shoulder. This could have resulted in fatalities if it happened while passing on a 2 lane road. I do not understand why ford just didn't glue the part together instead of using pressure to keep the clip on since obviously the clip falls off. *ts ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis***761509

Filed Apr 13, 2002 · Brakes · FL

The car makes a funny noise from the engine compartment after each startup. Was told that it is likely the ABS going through a test. The noise is also heard when making an agressive turn while stopping, typically when the ABS would engage. The noise could be best described as a loud, high pitch wine that last only a few seconds. I was told that this is common and is a major safety issue.

Questions about the 1998 Mercury Mystique brakes

Does the 1998 Mercury Mystique have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 28 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Mercury Mystique, 12% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1998 Mercury Mystique brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Mercury Mystique brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 00V075000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Mercury Mystique have bad brakes?

The Mercury Mystique model years with the most brakes complaints are 1998 (28 complaints), 1995 (26 complaints) and 1999 (21 complaints).