1989 Ford Probe vs 1989 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 | 1989 Ford Probe | 1989 Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 124 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 23 | 36 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 21 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–24 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Probe | Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 26 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 33 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 16 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 16 |
| Power Train | 7 | 5 |
| Steering | 3 | 8 |
| Visibility | 10 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 10 |
1989 Ford Probe
1989 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.