CarRecallWatchThe 1989 Ford Festiva has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 6 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (40 reports).
1Recalls
47Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
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1989 Ford Festiva recalls
Most common 1989 Ford Festiva problems
Problem areas named in the 47 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 40 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
VEHICLE JUST STOPPED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. CONSUMER SAID THAT VEHICLE WAS MAKING NOISE, THEN IT JUST QUIT. *AK
WIRING HELD IN AN UNPADDED CLAMP, WHICH RUBBED OFF INSULATION OVER TIME, RESULTED IN A FIRE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS (LUCKILY) IN FOR OTHER REPAIRS. THE PARTS SUPPLIER MENTIONED THAT THE SAME THING HAPPENED TO A FRIEND OF HIS, BUT WHILE DRIVING AT SPEED, AND CAUSED EVEN MORE DAMAGE. THE FIRE STARTED RIGHT UNDER THE CARBURATOR - A SCOURCE OF GASOLINE - AND THEREFORE I CONSIDER THIS VERY DANGEROUS, ESPECIALLY WHEN THE WIRE INSULATION WEARS OFF AND A SHORT CAUSES A FIRE.
THE LIGHTING SYSTEM SHORTED OUT, RESULTING IN A FIRE. *AK *YC
IGNITION SWITCH OVERHEATS AND SMOKES. BLOWER FAN ALSO QUITS AT FREQUENT INTERVALS. SMOKE CAME UP OUT OF THE STEERING COLUMN AT ONE POINT. THERE IS A PERSISTANT PROBLEM WITH THIS WHEN I TRY TO RUN THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM. I WOULD LIKE TO GET THIS FIXED WITH A NEW UPDATED SWITCH BEFORE IT BURNS MY CAR AND HOUSE UP. MY FORD DEALERSHIP IS NOT THE FRIENDLY KIND THAT WANTS TO LISTEN TO YOUR PROBLEMS. SO PLEASE HELP ME WITH THIS. *AK
SEAT BELT RECALL WORK DENIED DUE TO ORIGINAL INSPECTION REVEALING NO PROBLEM WITH BUCKLES, AFTER INSPECTION BUCKLES FAILED. (QCAW)
1989 Ford Festiva questions
Does the 1989 Ford Festiva have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1989 Ford Festiva: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Ford Festiva?
Based on 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (40), Electrical System (7), Engine And Engine Cooling (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Ford Festiva has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.