1992 Ford Tempo vs 1992 Mazda Protege
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 Ford Tempo | 1992 Mazda Protege |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 176 | 63 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 57 | 19 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 23–27 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Tempo | Mazda Protege |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 41 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 45 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 4 |
| Power Train | 12 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 3 |
| Steering | 11 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 0 |
1992 Ford Tempo
1992 Mazda Protege
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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.