1993 Dodge Shadow vs 1993 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 | 1993 Dodge Shadow | 1993 Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 107 | 227 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 41 | 67 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Shadow | Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 61 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 61 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 37 |
| Power Train | 16 | 21 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 20 |
| Seats | 14 | 4 |
| Structure | 10 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 39 |
1993 Dodge Shadow
1993 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.