1984 Ford Probe

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1984 Ford Probe
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:42:12.883Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Probe Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1984 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 77 complaints 1989 1990: 323 complaints 1991: 177 complaints 1991 1992: 79 complaints 1993: 205 complaints 1993 1994: 166 complaints 1995: 86 complaints 1995 1996: 52 complaints 1997: 27 complaints 1997 1999: 1 complaints 1999
1984: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
19880
198977
1990323
1991177
199279
1993205
1994166
199586
199652
199727
19991

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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ELECTRICAL FIRE. *SD

NHTSA ODI report, 19960425

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1984 Ford Probe — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1996 ▲ 1989 ▲ 1992

WORST YEARS

■ 1990 ■ 1993 ■ 1991

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FAQ

Is the 1984 Ford Probe 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 1984 Ford Probe?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1984 Ford Probe have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.