1989 Ford Tempo Recalls

“The car has major leaking issues. Every time it rains/snows/sleets/hail it leaks into the car through the drivers side into the roof and once that area is soaked it starts to drip slowly onto the seat and floor. There is also a leak in the trunk on the passenger side, or at least that is where the…”

“Tl*the contact owns a 1989 ford tempo. When the vehicle was started, it suddenly accelerated to an unknown speed. The vehicle crashed through the garage wall and eventually stopped and shut off after a half mile. The vehicle was restarted and driven back to the garage. The windshield was damaged…”

“Tl*- the contact stated that the seat belt support on the 1989 ford tempo had disengaged on driver's side and front passenger side. The contact took vehicle to dealer , and the dealer stated that they wouldn't be able to fix the vehicle under warranty because the vehicle was too old. *ak updated…”

“Automobile caught on fire in the parking lot while I was working. Two police officers heard the ignition clicking, but couldn't see a car with an individual in it. Shortly after the car was in flames. Inspection of the vehicle after the fire shows that the fire appeared to have started in the…”

“Head covers attachment on the headlights cause less visibility without prior warning. Intermittently the light will appear to be normal. Failure is undetermined at this time. *ak”

“Since 2000, my 1989 ford tempo had broken down four times, twice in heavy traffic. Each time, I have been told the problem was with the alternator, and I had it replaced. Now, in april of 2003, the alternator is about to die yet again. My car has 99,000 miles and is driven less than 10,000 miles…”

“Battery drain---unknown cause”

“Vehicle will stall at any given time. Problem usually happens when vehicle 0verheats. Contacted dealer, and dealer noted that problem could be ignition switch. *ak”