1989 Ford Probe vs 1991 Ford Probe
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 | 1989 Ford Probe | 1991 Ford Probe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 177 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 23 | 32 |
| Investigations | 4 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–24 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Probe | Ford Probe |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 26 | 142 |
| Visibility | 10 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 5 |
| Power Train | 7 | 4 |
| Suspension | 2 | 5 |
| Steering | 3 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
1989 Ford Probe
1991 Ford Probe
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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.