Table 1 shows five common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 1999 Mercury Mystique. The number one most common problem is related to the tank assembly (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel delivery (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Fuel Delivery problems | |
| Fuel Pump problems | |
| Tank Mounting problems | |
| Gasoline Fuel System problems |
1999 Mercury Mystique, second owner, purchased is 2005. The gas line freezes when the temperature reaches below 20 degrees. The tank is half full, treated for winter weather and it still freezes. This is not normal: I've owned 2 other vehicles (Ford tempo/Dodge stratus) never happened. Read details...
There is a constant gas smell during the winter time. The smell is worse right after filling the car with gasoline and anytime the car is started more than one time such as needed to take care of errands. The smell is so bad at times I am afraid to leave the car close to the house. Read details...