1988 Ford Tempo vs 1990 Ford Tempo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Ford Tempo | 1990 Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 126 | 133 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 41 |
| Investigations | 5 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 36 | 27 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Tempo | Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 50 | 46 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 26 | 19 |
| Seat Belts | 16 | 28 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 20 |
| Steering | 3 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 1 |
| Power Train | 5 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 18 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
1988 Ford Tempo
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.