1992 Buick Skylark vs 1992 Ford Tempo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1992 Buick Skylark | 1992 Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 32 | 176 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 18 | 57 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 21 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Skylark | Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 43 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 45 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 41 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 16 |
| Power Train | 5 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 9 |
| Steering | 2 | 11 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 15 |
1992 Buick Skylark
1992 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.