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Common 1985 Ford Tempo problems
The 1985 Ford Tempo has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from its owners. These issues include poor idle, engine stalls, and hesitation on acceleration.
Poor idle is a common problem where the engine of the 1985 Ford Tempo runs at a higher or lower than normal RPM when the car is stationary. This can be caused by several factors, including a dirty or faulty throttle body, a malfunctioning idle air control valve, or a dirty or faulty throttle position sensor. Additionally, a vacuum leak or a faulty fuel pressure regulator can also contribute to poor idle.
Engine stalls occur when the engine shuts off while the car is in motion, which can be dangerous. This problem can be caused by a faulty ignition module, a dirty or faulty throttle body, a malfunctioning idle air control valve, or a dirty or faulty throttle position sensor. Additionally, a vacuum leak or a faulty fuel pressure regulator can also cause engine stalls.
Hesitation on acceleration is another common problem where the car struggles to accelerate when the driver presses the accelerator pedal. This can be caused by a dirty or faulty throttle body, a malfunctioning idle air control valve, or a dirty or faulty throttle position sensor. Additionally, a vacuum leak or a faulty fuel pressure regulator can also cause hesitation on acceleration.
The 1985 Ford Tempo has also been subject to several recalls by the NHTSA. These recalls include a leaking fuel pump that could create a vehicle fire hazard, a faulty fuel injector, and a faulty fuel pressure regulator.
In addition to these issues, the 1985 Ford Tempo has also been reported to have starting problems. One owner reported a starting problem where the fuel pump and sending unit were replaced, but the car still had issues starting. The owner suspected that there may be a sensor that keeps the fuel pressure in the line as a cutoff, but was unable to locate it. The owner also checked the electrical connections and ensured that all the air was bled out of the fuel lines after installation of new items.
Another owner reported a problem where the engine would randomly screw up and the acceleration would cut out while driving. The owner suspected that the problem had something to do with fuel or air, but was unable to figure it out. The owner had put a newer engine in the car and had checked for air leaks, but was still experiencing the problem.
In conclusion, the 1985 Ford Tempo has several common problems that can affect its performance and safety. These issues include poor idle, engine stalls, hesitation on acceleration, and starting problems. Additionally, the car has been subject to several recalls by the NHTSA, including a leaking fuel pump that could create a vehicle fire hazard, a faulty fuel injector, and a faulty fuel pressure regulator. Owners of the 1985 Ford Tempo are encouraged to address these issues promptly to ensure the safety and reliability of their vehicle.
Why did Ford discontinue the tempo?
End of production
By 1993 Ford had been losing money on the Tempo for a decade. While the Tempo had long been a loss leader for Ford, the incoming Contour was based on the Mondeo, one of the most expensive cars in Ford's European lineup.
When did they stop making Ford Tempo?
May 20th 1994
Farewell to Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz | May 20th 1994 | Today in Ford Motor Company History. On May 20th, 1994, a significant chapter in automotive history came to a close as the final Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz models rolled off the production line at the Kansas City Ford Assembly Plant.
How much horsepower does a 1985 Ford Tempo have?
Specifications for Ford Tempo 2-door 2.0 D Manual, 53hp, 1985.
What Ford motor to stay away from?
The 5.4-liter Triton engine is a member of Ford's Modular V8 engine family, introduced in 1997. The three-valve version produced from 2002 to 2008 is the most problematic and one of the most unreliable Ford engines. Although it produced decent power (295-390 hp), the engine had several glitches.
Why did Ford discontinue the tempo?
End of production
By 1993 Ford had been losing money on the Tempo for a decade. While the Tempo had long been a loss leader for Ford, the incoming Contour was based on the Mondeo, one of the most expensive cars in Ford's European lineup.
When did they stop making Ford Tempo?
May 20th 1994
Farewell to Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz | May 20th 1994 | Today in Ford Motor Company History. On May 20th, 1994, a significant chapter in automotive history came to a close as the final Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz models rolled off the production line at the Kansas City Ford Assembly Plant.
How much horsepower does a 1985 Ford Tempo have?
Specifications for Ford Tempo 2-door 2.0 D Manual, 53hp, 1985.
What is the Ford Tempo 1985?
The front-wheel-drive Tempo is an outstanding American car, built to Ford's high quality standards. Tempo is modern in design, advanced in engineering, and equipped for value. Among the new standard features for 1985 is electronic fuel injection added to Tempo's power-efficient 2300 HSC engine.
1985 Ford Tempo car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Tempo problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Steering problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1985 Ford Tempo vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1985 Ford Tempo
The NHTSA has received 33 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1985 Ford Tempo. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1985 Ford Tempo vehicles.
SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-10
- VIN: 1FABP22X2FK
- Components: SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MY 1985 FORD TEMPO GL HAS 3 RECALLS AND FORD SAYS IT DOESN'T. VIN# [XXX] 1.ECU DEFECTIVE THROTTLE REMAINS PARTIALLY OPENED OEM # 85V134000, 2.BACK TIRE REAR CONTROL ARM SPINDLE BOLT OEM # 85V086000, 3.FUEL PUMP OEM # 07E064000.WHERE DO I GO FROM HERE? *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-12-13
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: OIL LEAKS FROM INTAKE MANIFOLD.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1FABP23X2FK
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 2FAPP36X6MB
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: CAR STALLS WHEN STEERING WHEEL TURNED SHARPLY. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1FABP19X3FK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE WILL NOT START AT TIMES UNLESS YOU PUMP THE GAS PEDAL VERY HARD AND FAST DOESN'T DO THIS AT ALL TIMES ON OCCASIONALLY. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-01
- VIN: 1FABP22X2FK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE CAR DIES AT ANY TIME, ANYWHERE, MY MECHANIC SAYS IT IS A FAULTY MODULE. I AM IN GREAT DANGER OF THE SAFETY OF MY CHILD AND MYSELF. SOMETHING MUST BE DONE ON THIS VEHICLE, AS I HAVE BEEN STALLED NUMEROUS TIMES ON THE RAILROAD TRACKS. PLEASE DO SOMETHING ABOUT THE RECALL OF THIS MODULE.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-12-05
- VIN: 1FABP19X8FK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ELECTRONIC MODULE ON DISTRIBUTOR FAULTY AND CAUSED CAR TO STALL AT HIGHWAY SPEED. NARROWLY AVOIDED HAVING AN ACCIDENT WHEN ENGINE DIED. FORD CHARGED FOR A NEW PART BUT OTHER CARS MAY STILL HAVE THIS FAULTY PART PUTTING THE PUBLIC AT RISK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-07-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FACP22X2FK
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: BRIDGESTONE TIRES P175 80 R13 DON'T HAVE GOOD TRACTION AROUND TURNS, SLIDES, AND MAKES SQUEALING NOISES. *SLC
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-07-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FACP22X2FK
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT AND AIRBAG HAD NO DEPLOYMENT, CAUSING INJURY TO CONSUMER. *SLC
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-01
- VIN: 1FACD22X2FK
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: GOODYEAR VIVA TIRE (1) FLATTENED ON HIGHWAY ENTRY RAMP , 3 TIRES FAILED DUE TO BELT SLIPPAGE AND WERE REPLACED BUT FAILED AGAIN (175X80X13). NLM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-06-01
- VIN: 1FABP22X0FK
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THIS CAR WAS GIVEN TO ME BY MY SISTER (ORIGINAL OWNER) AFTER ONLY 31000 MILES. THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM, ALL SENSORS, IGNITION MODULE, THROTTLE SOLENOID/SENSOR, AND CLUTCH HAVE GONE OUT WITHOUT WARNING, USUALLY WHEN STARTING THE CAR. I NOW HAVE A CAR WITH ANOTHER BLOWN CLUTCH, THROTTLE/IDLE SOLENOID AND MAIN COMPUTER PROBLEMS. I'VE PUT OVER $2,000 IN REPAIRS AND STILL HAVE A CAR THAT I NOW CAN'T AFFORD TO FIX ANY MORE. UPPON CONTACTING FORD REGARDING THE PROBLEMS, THEY DENIED ANY PROBLEMS EXCEPT FOR A REAR AXEL PART IN SOME {NOT MINE} MODELS. IS THERE ANY RECOURSE? I CAN'T EVEN SELL IT FOR PARTS. THANK YOU.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: HALF-SHAFT FAILURE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-12-01
- VIN: 1FABP22H1FK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD FAILED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-02-01
- VIN: 1FABP22H1FK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-04-09
- VIN: 1FABP19X8FK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: INTERMITTENT STALLING DUE TO THICK FILM IGNITION MODULE (TFI) FAILURE. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-06-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FACP22X4FK
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: VEHICLE HIT A GUARDRAIL AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY BUT IT MADE THE SENORS COME ON AND THEY WILL NOT GO OFF. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-06-01
- Crash: 1
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: STEERING WHEEL WELDS BROKE WHILE TURNING A CORNER, LOST CONTROL, IMPACT 11:00 POSITION, SPEED 20MPH. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-10-01
- VIN: 1FABP22H1FK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DEFECTIVE ENGINE GASKETS, CAUSING VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT. *SD
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2FABP22XXFB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: AFTER BEING DRIVEN AND PARKED FOR (20) MINUTES, OWNER INFORMED VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-05-28
- VIN: 2FABP22X5FB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE, IGNITION SWITCH AND STEERING COLUMN GETS HOT; IGNITION KEY BECOMES REAL HOT; DIFFICULT TO HOLD/REMOVE WITH HAND. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-04-02
- Fire: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE VEHICLE HAD A FIRE UNDERNEATH THE HOOD . SOURCE UNKNOWN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1FABP20X8FK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: POWER STEERING HIGH PRESSURE HOSE BROKE DUE TO CHAFFING AGAINST FRAME DUE TO DESIGN LOCATION, RESULTING IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-03-11
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FABP22XHFK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A LOT AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE FROM THE IGNITON SWITCH. *AK CONSUMER STATES THE WHOLE DASH WAS BURNED UP. *SLC
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1991-03-23
- Fire: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE IGNITION SYSTEM WHILE THE CAR WAS BEING DRIVEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FABP19X0FK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: UPON PARKING, MOMENTS LATER FOUND ENGINE AND DASH ON FIRE, FOR NO APPARENT REASON. *AK
1985 Ford Tempo recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 1985 Ford Tempo.
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR INADEQUATELY TESTED WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LEAK.
- Consequence: A LEAKING FUEL PUMP COULD CREATE A VEHICLE FIRE HAZARD.
- Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: 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.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
- Summary: 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.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: 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.
Additional sources
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