1993 Ford Tempo vs 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E
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 Ford Tempo | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 227 | 19 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 67 | 3 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Tempo | Mercedes-Benz 400E |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 61 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 61 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 14 |
| Power Train | 21 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 20 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 0 |
| Tires | 8 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 39 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 14 |
1993 Ford Tempo
1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E
Compare all Ford Tempo vs Mercedes-Benz 400E years →
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.