MYRModel Year Report

1992 Ford Festiva

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1992 Ford Festiva
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:40:05.313Z

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Festiva Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1988: 45 complaints 1988 1989: 48 complaints 1989 1990: 21 complaints 1990 1991: 21 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 20 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaints 1994
1992: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
198845
198948
199021
199121
199214
199320
19941

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

4 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and catalytic convertor.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON THE BACK END BECAUSE OF EXHAUST MUFFLER. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960612

ENGINE FIRE. *DSH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960601

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and switch.

FIRE
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WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE GARAGE, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990217

SEATS

3 of 14 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner.

CRASH
SEAT BELTS

2 of 14 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and front.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 14 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing constant velocity joint and axle assembly.

CRASH
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FAILURE OF LOW CONTROL ARMS, TIE ROD END ,AND CV AXLES. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20070518

Also filed under STEERING and SUSPENSION

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19960717 — suspension

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT/CONTROL ARM MANUFACTURED BY MOOG INDUSTRIES. DUE TO MISPACKAGING, CERTAIN BALL JOINT/CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES WERE INCORRECTLY PLACED IN THE WRONG BOXES.

Remedy: MOOG WILL REPLACE THE INCORRECTLY PACKAGED ASSEMBLIES WITH CORRECT BALL JOINT/CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES.

Campaign 96E017000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Ford Festiva — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 96E017000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1992 Ford Festiva reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Ford Festiva?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Ford Festiva have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.