1992 Ford Festiva: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 14 owner complaints on record; most reports concern electrical system.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 1996

recalls

owner complaints

fire reports

typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

3 fire reports

Common problems Recalls Specs Other years FAQ

Common problems

Computed from 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 14 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.

Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)4 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)2 complaints

Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)2 complaints

Seats2 complaints

Exterior Lighting (headlights, taillights)1 complaint

Tires1 complaint

“Consumer was hit from rear by a tow truck, causing driver's side seat to twist and break. Consumer felt this was not safe, for seat to go back and break.*ak *slc”Owner report · Seats · Mar 2001

“While backing out of the garage, the vehicle caught on fire under the hood. Cause unknown. Please provide more details. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 1998

“Owner heard weird crack and vehicle started experiencing over heating. Ignition switch now seems to affect coolant fan and other components on same line. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System

When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 1 campaign

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM96E017000 · Jun 1996

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT/CONTROL ARM MANUFACTURED BY MOOG INDUSTRIES. DUE TO MISPACKAGING, CERTAIN BALL JOINT/CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES WERE INCORRECTLY PLACED IN THE WRONG BOXES.

Remedy: MOOG WILL REPLACE THE INCORRECTLY PACKAGED ASSEMBLIES WITH CORRECT BALL JOINT/CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 1992 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Body stylesHatchback/Liftback/Notchback

How other years compare

199021 complaints · 3 recalls 199121 complaints · 2 recalls 1992 (this page)14 complaints · 1 recalls 199320 complaints · 1 recalls

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1992 Ford Festiva reliable?

NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1992 Ford Festiva. The most complained-about area is electrical system.

Does the 1992 Ford Festiva have open recalls?

1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning suspension:front:control arm. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.