1989 Ford Tempo vs 1991 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 | 1989 Ford Tempo | 1991 Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 124 | 110 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 36 | 42 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Tempo | Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 26 | 31 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 16 | 18 |
| Seat Belts | 20 | 13 |
| Exterior Lighting | 16 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 9 |
| Steering | 8 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 32 |
1989 Ford Tempo
1991 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.