FORD TEMPO PROBLEMS

Complaints and Common Faults

• 1. Transmission Problems:

  • Slipping transmission during acceleration.
    
  • Transmission fails to shift into higher gears.
    
  • Hesitation and erratic shifting.
    
  • Transmission failure without warning.
    
  • Transmission drags when shifting from first to second gear.
    
  • Stuck in first gear and won’t shift.
    

• 2. Engine and Ignition Problems:

  • Engine stalling intermittently, especially when hot or in stop-and-go traffic.
    
  • Ignition switch failures, sometimes causing fires.
    
  • Engine fires originating from various causes (e.g., wiring short).
    
  • Harmonic balancer failures leading to loud engine noises.
    
  • Crankcase oil leaks and ruined engines.
    
  • Persistent oil leaks (valve cover, oil pan gaskets).
    
  • Engine overheating due to cooling fan failures.
    

• 3. Fuel System Issues:

  • Gas tank rusting and leaking, with repeated replacements.
    
  • Plastic fuel line failures causing fires.
    
  • Persistent gas odor inside the vehicle.
    
  • Fuel pump failures.
    
  • Issues with fuel injection system.
    

• 4. Electrical Problems:

  • Battery failures.
    
  • Failures in electrical components leading to fires.
    
  • Malfunctioning ignition systems triggering vehicular fires.
    
  • Wiring issues that cause vehicle to catch fire.
    
  • Dashboard indicator light problems.
    

• 5. Brake and Steering Problems:

  • Brake failures, often due to rotor and pad issues.
    
  • Steering column smoke and ignition problems.
    
  • Steering wheel locking up during turns.
    
  • Front and rear brake failures identified multiple times.
    
  • Tie rod failures causing loss of control.
    

• 6. Safety Belt Problems:

  • Shoulder belts malfunctioning frequently, often retractors failing to work.
    
  • Driver's side seatbelt failures in minor collisions.
    
  • Seatbelt motors failing.
    
  • Seatbelt attachments breaking, increasing risk during collisions.
    

• 7. Miscellaneous Issues:

  • Window motor and mechanism failures.
    
  • Wiper blade and motor failures.
    
  • Frequent rusting of structural components.
    
  • Problems with door latching and hood closing.
    
  • Car fires when parked, leading to severe property damage.