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1990 Ford Tempo

Owners have filed 174 complaints with NHTSA about the 1990 Ford Tempo. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 30% of complaints. After that come seat belts (17%) and brakes (13%).

At a glance

Complaints
174 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Electrical system 31% of complaints
Recalls
1
Fuel economy
19 to 24 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 174 complaints with NHTSA about the 1990 Ford Tempo. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 30% of complaints. After that come seat belts (17%) and brakes (13%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1990 Ford Tempo

Recalls

The 1990 Ford Tempo is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.

All 1 recall campaigns for the 1990 Ford Tempo

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1990 Ford Tempo. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 30 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Tempo