One problem related to engine grinding noise has been reported for the 1999 Mercury Mystique. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1999 Mercury Mystique. The contact heard a loud grinding noise coming from the front end of the vehicle and felt a vibration while idling. The mechanic stated that the engine mounts needed to be changed. The contact stated that the vehicle would jerk to the right when stopping and jerked to the left when he accelerated. As of July 27, 2007, the vehicle has not been repaired. The current mileage was 57,000 and failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 02-01-08. The consumer has since traded in the vehicle. Updated.