1991 Ford Probe vs 1991 Ford Tempo
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 | 1991 Ford Probe | 1991 Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 177 | 110 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 32 | 42 |
| Investigations | 6 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Probe | Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 142 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 31 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 18 |
| Visibility | 13 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 9 |
| Seats | 0 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 32 |
1991 Ford Probe
1991 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.