1985 Ford Tempo Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1985 Ford Tempo. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Suspension › RearCovers: Ford Tempo 1984–1985, Mercury Topaz 1984–1985
Reported issue: Rear supension control arm-to-spindle attachment bolts may be subject to fracture causing the rear spindle to separate during use of car. Consequence of defect: if bolts fracture and rear spindle disengages from control arm, loss of control will be experience which may result in an accident.
Remedy: Replace rear suspension bolts as necessary.
- Electrical system › Ignition › ModuleCovers: Ford Tempo 1985, Mercury Topaz 1985
Reported issue: The unexpected open throttle causes an increase in engine speed which could result in loss of control of the car and a potential crash. Consequence of defect: the electronic engine control processor may experience an intermittent timing problem. This problem causes improper execution engine performance which may maintain or cause a partially open throttle.
Remedy: Replace electronic engine control processor, if necessary.
- Suspension › RearCovers: Ford Tempo 1984–1985, Mercury Topaz 1984–1985
Reported issue: Rear suspension control arm-to-spindle attachment bolts may be subject to fracture during use of car. Consequence of defect: if bolts fracture, rear spindle could disengage from control arm and possibly result in loss of control.
Remedy: Replace rear suspension bolts as necessary.
NHTSA investigations
- PE96005Rear brk adjuster failureClosed · Jan 19, 1996
- DP96002Rear brake system failureClosed · Jan 11, 1996
- EA91052Seat belt separationClosed · Nov 27, 1991
- PE88034Halfshaft failureClosed · Mar 18, 1988
← All problems reported for the 1985 Ford Tempo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.