CarRecallWatchThe 1994 Ford Probe has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 166 complaints with NHTSA, including 16 crashes, 7 fires, 15 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (36 reports).
1994 Ford Probe recalls
Most common 1994 Ford Probe problems
Problem areas named in the 166 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 36 |
| Electrical System | 30 |
| Power Train | 29 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 29 |
| Seat Belts | 13 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Parking Brake | 11 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 |
| Steering | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 6 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD PROBE EQUIPPED WITH HERCULES RAPTURE (NA) TIRES, SIZE: 18570R14 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A BUBBLE STICKING OUT OF THE TIRE TREAD AREA. THE TIRE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 166,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD PROBE GT. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT BOTH THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLES FAILED TO LOCK TO SECURE THE PASSENGERS. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED DUE TO RUSTING OF THE LOCKING MECHANISM. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 153,000.
I AM CONCERNED BECAUSE ONE 1994 FORD PROBE 2.0 IS AFFILIATED WITH TSB NO. 96-21-3 THAT RECOGNIZES A DEFECT IN THE OIL PUMP. THE DEFECT IS ASSOCIATED WITH LIFTER BLEED DOWN, LOW OR HIGH OIL PRESSURE AND LACK OF POWER. WHILE OPERATING THIS MOTOR VEHICLE IN A TRAFFIC ENVIRONMENT, I MAY NOT HAVE THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE EFFICIENTLY AND/OR CEASE THE MOTOR DUE TO IMPROPER DISBURSEMENT OF ENGINE OIL. THIS CONDITION COULD POTENTIALLY CREATE A HAZARD OR ACCIDENT TO MYSELF OR OTHERS
1994 FORD PROBE, TRAVELING WEST ON THE OHIO TURNPIKE , THE RUBBER TREAD ON THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL CAME OFF, AND CAUSED DISABLING DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0375-89)*JB
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD PROBE. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR AND THE VEHICLE HESITATED. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR CALIPERS WERE RUSTED, WHICH PREVENTED THEM FROM MOVING. AS OF SEPTEMBER 18, 2007, THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 104,948.
1994 Ford Probe questions
Does the 1994 Ford Probe have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1994 Ford Probe: Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Ford Probe?
Based on 166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (36), Electrical System (30), Power Train (29).
How do I check if a recall on my 1994 Ford Probe 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.