1992 Ford Tempo vs 1994 Ford Tempo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1992 Ford Tempo | 1994 Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 176 | 161 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 57 | 63 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Tempo | Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 45 | 45 |
| Seat Belts | 41 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 19 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 15 |
| Power Train | 12 | 8 |
| Steering | 11 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 24 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 14 |
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.