1995 Ford Tempo
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 31 |
| 1987 | 53 |
| 1988 | 126 |
| 1989 | 124 |
| 1990 | 133 |
| 1991 | 110 |
| 1992 | 176 |
| 1993 | 227 |
| 1994 | 161 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.
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IN JULY OF 2000 THE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT ON THE DRIVER SIDE BECAME STUCK ON THE TRACK AND WOULD NOT MOVE AND THUS THE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT AUTOMATICALLY COME BACK AND COVER THE SHOULDER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000906
1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30MPH CONSUMER BROADSIDED A VEHICLE ON PASSENGER'S SIDE WHERE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER HARNESS DID NOT LOCK, CAUSING DRIVER TO BOUNCE OFF STEERING WHEEL, RESULTING IN SEVERE INJURIES.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990219
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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WRONG COMPUTER INSTALLED AT MANUF, RESULTED IN ENGINE STALL AT ANY SPEED, AFFECTING THE STEERING AND BRAKE PREFORMANCE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960614
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
ENGINE COOLING FAN FIRES
ENGINE COOLING FAN FIRES
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Ford Tempo — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Ford Tempo 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 1995 Ford Tempo?
The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Ford Tempo 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.