1993 Ford Tempo
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1993 Ford Tempo. Newest first.
These vehicles are originally sold or currently registered in the following states: alaska, iowa, minnesota, nebraska, north dakota, and south dakota. the vehicles involved are 1992-1994 tempo/topaz vehicles with 3.0L engines; 1994 tempo/topaz with 2.3L engines; 1992-1995 taurus/sable with 3.8L engines; 1994-1995 taurus/sable with 3.0L engines and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can cause smoke or flames from the fan and/or shroud, the fan electrical wiring, or the fan motor resulting in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install an electrical jumper harness containing an automatic resetting circuit breaker to protect the fan motor low speed circuitry from overheating.
The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
Owner complaints
227 complaints17 involved a crash5 involved a fire27 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Ignition
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford tempo. While driving approximately 35 to 40 mph on normal road conditions; the vehicle stalled without warning. The engine restarted and resumed operation; however, it stalled on three times. The vehicle was inspected by a certified mechanic. The failure was…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford tempo. While driving approximately 35 to 40 mph on normal road conditions; the vehicle stalled without warning. The engine restarted and resumed operation; however, it stalled on three times. The vehicle was inspected by a certified mechanic. The failure was contributed to the ignition module which has not been repaired. The contact had concerns of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 95,000 and the current mileage was 96,000.
- Electrical system
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford tempo. the engine would not turn over, but when the key was slightly turned in the ignition, something electrical in the vehicle would start. when the contact changes the key slightly in the ignition, he loses all power and can hear an electrical spark as if it IS…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford tempo. the engine would not turn over, but when the key was slightly turned in the ignition, something electrical in the vehicle would start. when the contact changes the key slightly in the ignition, he loses all power and can hear an electrical spark as if it IS attempting to make a connection. the vehicle goes from having no power to power, depending on the sparking. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on three different occasions for this failure. while attempting to repair the vehicle, the batteries have been replaced three times. a new battery was recently installed in the vehicle and the fuses were replaced on four occasions. in addition, the starter was replaced, the terminal cables were replaced three times, and the vehicle had more tune-ups than what was necessary in order to diagnose the failure. the contact was informed that his vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign ID number 96v071000 (electrical system: ignition). the current mileage was 108,000 and failure mileage was 40,000.
- Tires › Tread/belt
During routine maintenance a large bulge approximately 6 inches in length and 3 inches wide was found in the tread of the tire near the sidewall. the name of the tire IS cordovan nova 70 metric radial and IS made in brazil. *nm
- Tires › Tread/belt
All four tires developed slipped belts, which caused the vehicle to shake, making it difficult to control vehicle. There were no current recalls on this particular type of tire.*ak
- Fuel system, other
Intermitently random stalling. Car will not start for a few minutes. Then, everything seems okay, and car runs fine. consumer isoalted problem to fuel pump relay inside "constant control" relay box. Replacing this module completely corrected problem. you can isolate this problem by putting a…
Intermitently random stalling. Car will not start for a few minutes. Then, everything seems okay, and car runs fine. consumer isoalted problem to fuel pump relay inside "constant control" relay box. Replacing this module completely corrected problem. you can isolate this problem by putting a volt-meter on input and output of relay. Then, when problem occurs, the input will be high (12V), but there will be no output from relay, proving bad relay. I have kept this module if wanted for testing/inspection. consumers having stalling problem can contact me at ospamchris_lawson@yahoo.com (remove "nospam.) *ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
The ignition switch experienced an internal short circuit which resulted in vehicle not starting. recall 96v071000 was issued, but this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Unknown or other
While driving at 25 mph, the vehicle started smoking under the hood. The consumer drove to a near-by mechanic, who disconnected the battery cables. the mechanic found that the motor mounts were worn, the engine needed to be rebuilt and the head gaskets were leaking. The speedometer was also inoperable. the dealer and the manufacturer will be informed of the problems. *Jb
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch · Fuel system, gasoline › Carburetor system · Power train › Automatic transmission
Because I'm not the original owner they have refused to repair my car. I've put alot of money in my car and I'm still having problems with it. From it cutting off when I stop to constantly having to get my rotors turn . I would like to know how can I get help? They don't even send me recall…
Because I'm not the original owner they have refused to repair my car. I've put alot of money in my car and I'm still having problems with it. From it cutting off when I stop to constantly having to get my rotors turn . I would like to know how can I get help? They don't even send me recall notices. I was surfing the net tonight and most of the problems I have with my car it's listed in the recall list.my car IS a 1993 ford tempo.please help me as soon as you can before I have a major accident( my brakes act like they don't wont to stop).thank you for hearing me out. sincerely [xxx]. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Consumer states that the vehicle stalls intermittently while driving.*ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Automatic system, neither the manual on the front passenger and the driver rear side doors can't open. Ealer has repairedeveral times,and problem IS occurring.*ak
- Tires › Tread/belt
While driving about 55 the right driver side goodyear tire tread separted from the tire. the dealer was notified. *nlm
- Tires › Tread/belt
After traveling approximately 60 miles the passenger front tire tread separated which caused damage to the vehicle. the vehicles tires were 6 months old at time of the incident. the consumer had the tires checked for safety before beginning the trip (tire info: goodyear, 185/70r14, please provide the dot #). *nlm
- Tires
The right front tire experienced a blow out. *jb the left front tire had split apart. the consumer found that the tire which was sold to her new was plugged prior to incident. *scc
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Without warning, rear power window came up pinning my wifes arm between glass and top of door. We were unable to stop window from continuing to try to close. We turned the car off at this point, but it continued to rise, finally after about 10 minutes of trying to release the window my wife was in…
Without warning, rear power window came up pinning my wifes arm between glass and top of door. We were unable to stop window from continuing to try to close. We turned the car off at this point, but it continued to rise, finally after about 10 minutes of trying to release the window my wife was in such pain that I was forced to bend the window and it shattered releasing her arm. She went to the emergency room where she was diagnosed with a bad sprain. I thank god that I was there to help and that my seven year old daughter was not there at the time as she always sits in her car seat in the rear seat. Thank you. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
I have a 1993 ford tempo, the crankshaft pulley stoped spinning.i found a recall on the internet for my car,and the same problem.i contacted ford motor co. And they told me that my car came from a different location so the recall does not pertain to me.apparently there IS a problem with the car.
- Electrical system › Ignition
The vehicle caught on fire while parked, the fire originated from the ignition.*jb
- Engine and engine cooling
After half hour of driving at any speed, engine gauge indicate IS overheat, due to a faulty engine sensor. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further. ph *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Consumer on behalf of daughter. this vehicle was purchased for consumers daughter, who started hearing noises. a couple of repair shops agreed it was the crankshaft pulley. this repair was on recall and was repaired six years prior to the purchase of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken in for…
Consumer on behalf of daughter. this vehicle was purchased for consumers daughter, who started hearing noises. a couple of repair shops agreed it was the crankshaft pulley. this repair was on recall and was repaired six years prior to the purchase of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken in for repairs. upon checking the vehicle, the mechanic, informed consumer that the water pump was bad. after repairing, the noise was still present. the mechanic changed the pulley at no cost to consumer. *jg
- Seat belts
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the seat belt IS frozen in the tracks and the consumer IS unable to adjust the seat belt. Dealer notified. mr
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Seat belt retracts back into position, it will make a loud noise, and it could cause seat belt to be defective in event of an accident. Dealer notified.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Intermittently transmission would not shift into gears. dealer inspected vehicle. Please provide further information. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Engine shut down and steering wheel locked up. *Ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module
Consumer states when weather IS hot the engine will die out. Consumer states after vehicle has cooled down, consumer IS able to restart. *Jb the consumer had module replaced as a possible solution of engine shutting off, but the problem reoccurred three times. The consumer stated the manufacturer was recalling other vehicles for the same problem. *yh
- Suspension › Front › Stabilizer bar
Hearing a thump in the rear but was not aware where noise could have been. vehicle was going 25mph and felt like had no stability control. Dealer was notified. *ak while trying to avoid accident consumer hit brakes and stabilizer link failed. *yd
- Interior lighting · Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
While driving vehicle hits a bump door ajar light illuminates, and door unlocks. sometimes driver's side door will shut, and sometimes it won't. Also, sometimes latch IS stuck from inside,. Driver feels trapped and unsafe. Please provide any further information. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Engine cooling fan fires
There is no summary currently available
- Engine cooling fan fires
In december 1995, ford recalled 119,313 vehicles in canada to remedy the subject condition in certain 1992-95 taurus, sable, tempo, topaz and continental vehicles.ford IS aware of similar incidents occurring in northern regions of the united states, but maintains that the frequencies do not warrant a finding of an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10008580Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock.
- 6090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems.
- 6090082Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement.
- 6090051Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure.
- 6089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses.
- 3012200Unknown
- 625715Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *Slc
- 623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *Slc
- 622665On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil pan gasket repair has been performed.
- 616508Special field action regarding revised waranty information.
- 612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *Mjs
- 608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda.
- 606508Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock.
- 606460Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump.
- 606451Information on "whining" / "buzzing" noise coming through entertainment or two-way radio speaker caused by the fuel pump.
- 606420Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year.
- 605564Issues concerning the malfunction of the indicator lamp.
- 605562Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment.
- 604059Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( F8AZ - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals.
- 603724Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip.
- 603695Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system.
- 601343A new silicone gasket and sealant.
- 601341Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio.
- 601312Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system.
- 601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance.
- 601269Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability.
- 601264Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment.
- 601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart.
- 601012The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes IS no longer acceptable.
- 601010Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles.
- 601009Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums.
- 601003Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda IS now approved for warranty and service use.
- 600586Front and rear bumpers made of xenoy plastic have had the conductive primer removed from service parts.
- 53660Vehicles exhibiting a "squeaking" or "chirping" from the blower motor at low blower motor speeds.
- 51990Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds.
- 51987Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage.
- 51945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts.
- 51735Rear engine mount concerns.
- 51682Blower motor- "chirp" or "squeak" from blower motor at low speeds.
Every Ford Tempo model year
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