1989 Ford Tempo problems by component
124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Ford Tempo, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 33 | 27% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 26 | 21% | — |
| Seat Belts → | 20 | 16% | — |
| Exterior Lighting → | 16 | 13% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic → | 16 | 13% | — |
| Steering | 8 | 6% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 6% | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 4% | — |
| Structure | 5 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 3% | — |
| Seats | 2 | 2% | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.