One problem related to hydraulic power assist steering system has been reported for the 1997 Mercury Mystique. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Making right hand turn thru a puddle at 5 to 10 mph sometimes the power steering will stop working and all warning lights come on until belt dries out this has happened since day one.
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Steering Wheel problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering problems |