1988 Ford Tempo Review

1988 Ford Tempo is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 177.00 in length and 52.90 in height. Made in United States, 1988 Ford Tempo has 6 trims priced by the manufacturer at 9,400 with just total of 2 recalls in the past 1988 Ford Tempo. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 15.40 gallon. The engine is 2.3L L4 OHV 8V and uses 24 of gasoline in the city and 24 on highways.

Make: Ford
Model: Tempo
Trims Available: 6
Location: UNITED STATES
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 2.3L L4 OHV 8V
Transmission: 3A | 5M
Driveline: FWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $9,400 USD
MPG: 24 City / 34 HWY
Tires: 185/70R14
Tank Size: 15 gallon

Ford Tempo 1988 Trims

1988 Ford Tempo GL sedan

Engine: 2.3L L4 OHV 8V
Transmission: 3A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 24 City / 34 HWY

1988 Ford Tempo GL coupe

Engine: 2.3L L4 OHV 8V
Transmission: 3A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 2-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 24 City / 34 HWY

1988 Ford Tempo Sedan 4WD

Engine: 2.3L L4 OHV 8V
Transmission: 3A
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 City / 27 HWY

1988 Ford Tempo GLS sedan

Engine: 2.3L L4 OHV 8V
Transmission: 3A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 24 City / 34 HWY

1988 Ford Tempo LX sedan

Engine: 2.3L L4 OHV 8V
Transmission: 3A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 21 City / 28 HWY

1988 Ford Tempo GLS coupe

Engine: 2.3L L4 OHV 8V
Transmission: 3A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 24 City / 34 HWY

Vin Numbers

  • 2FAPP38SXJB121741
  • 1FAPP38SXJK187454
  • 2FAPP38S2JB143569
  • 1FAPP38S4JK189281
  • 1FAPP38S8JK145235

Safety & Recalls

Recall 88V024000 started on /Date(573195600000-0500)/.

Summary: TWO ATTACHMENT SCREWS FOR THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSORS COULD LOOSEN AND BACK OUT.

Consequence: IF BOTH SCREWS COME OUT, SENSORS COULD DISENGAGE FROMTHE THROTTLE SHAFT, PREVENTING RETURN OF THE THROTTLE FROM MID POSITION.

Remedy: REPLACE ATTACHMENT SCREWS WITH SCREWS WITH PRE APPLIED ADHESIVE THAT WILL BE TIGHTENED TO A HIGHER TORQUE SPECIFICATION.

Recall 96V071000 started on /Date(830404800000-0400)/.

Summary: THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE OVERHEATING, SMOKE, AND POSSIBLY FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN AREA OF THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.

FAQ

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If you consider used 1988 Ford Tempo look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 1988 Ford Tempo’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 24 miles, which is lower then 1987 Ford Tempo.

The 1988 Ford Tempo is FWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

There are 2 recalls recorded in our database for 1988 Ford Tempo that’s on average below the average number of recalls per car in our database.

With various efficient powertrains, one of the benefits of the 1988 Ford Tempo is its excellent fuel economy. 1988 Ford Tempo has a 2.3L L4 OHV 8V engine and It gets 24/34 mpg city/highway.

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$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
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0
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$8,658 - $10,413
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$8,658 - $10,413
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0
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Ford Crown Victoria

$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
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5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

Ford Crown Victoria Wagon

$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
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$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
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Ford Escort

$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

Ford Escort Wagon

$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

Ford F-150

$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

Ford F-250

$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

Ford F-350

$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

Ford F-450 SD

$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

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$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

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$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

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$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

Ford Ranger

$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

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$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

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$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
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5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

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$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
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$8,658 - $10,413
24 City / 34 HWY
6 Trims
5
0
2.3L L4 OHV 8V

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