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1993 Ford Probe

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1993 Probe.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 1993 Ford Probe is a passenger car that calls for 3.7 quarts of 5W-30 API engine oil, and it carries a documented record of 228 owner complaints alongside 4 recalls, with the service brakes, hydraulic category standing out as the dominant trouble spot. Plotted against the Probe's full 1990-1999 complaint arc, the 1993 model year lands squarely in the middle of the range — well clear of the 1990 launch-year peak of 355 complaints, but a long way from the single complaint logged against the 1999 model. That middling position makes the 1993 a useful baseline for researchers: it neither marks a low point in the nameplate's reliability story nor a high one, but rather a representative stretch of the curve. For anyone comparing Probe years side by side, the 1993 functions as a sensible reference point rather than an outlier worth either praising or warning against.

Model year1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.7 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Thermostat

F32Z8575A

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	178.7 in
Overall width	69.7 in
Overall height	51.6 in
Wheelbase	102.8 in
Curb weight	2619 lb
Weight distribution (front / rear)	63/37

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Probe of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.0–7.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.00 sec — 1993 GT Coupe

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
1993	GT Coupe 2.5L V6	7.00 sec	15.50 sec	164 hp	FWD
1993	GT Coupe 2.5L V6	7.10 sec	15.60 sec	164 hp	FWD
1992	GT Coupe 2.2L Turbo I-4	7.20 sec	15.60 sec	145 hp	FWD
1994	GT Coupe 2.5L V6	7.50 sec	15.80 sec	164 hp	FWD
1989	GT Coupe 2.2L Turbo I-4	6.70 sec	15.20 sec	145 hp	FWD
1989	GT Coupe 2.2L Turbo I-4	7.00 sec	15.30 sec	145 hp	FWD
1989	GT Coupe 2.2L Turbo I-4	7.30 sec	15.60 sec	145 hp	FWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.7 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Engine Oil	5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity	3.7 qt
Engine Oil	5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity	4.2 qt
Power Steering Fluid	ATF

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi.

At 7,500 mi	Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 7,500 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 mi	Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 30,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Body Fasteners (torque) · Brake Linings (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Clutch Pedal Assembly (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Fuel Filter (replace) · PCV Valve (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Timing Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In 1993 the Probe saw 228 federal complaints, a sharp rise from the 98 complaints recorded in 1992 and approaching the 355 complaints of the 1990 launch year, while recalls remained steady at four per year throughout the early‑to‑mid‑1990s. The investigation count dropped to just one in 1993 after six in both 1990 and 1991, suggesting fewer unresolved safety concerns despite the higher complaint volume. Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) jumped dramatically to 87 in 1993, continuing an upward trend that peaked at 119 by 1995, indicating increasing manufacturer‑issued fixes for emerging issues. The top complaint categories in 1993—service brakes (42), airbags (27), electrical system (26) and engine cooling (20)—highlight a concentration of brake and electronic problems, though the data does not specify root causes. Because complaint levels rebounded sharply while recalls stayed flat, a 1993 Probe carries more reported issues than surrounding years, making it a riskier purchase than later model‑years with lower complaint counts.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

228

Owner complaints

23 involved a crash · 8 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 228 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic42

Air Bags27

Electrical System26

Engine & Engine Cooling20

Power Train17

Structure10

Service Brakes, Air10

Steering8

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

05E065000Fuel System, GasolineReported 05/10/2005

CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 45-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F350-S1, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 1993-1997 FORD PROBE,1993-2001 MAZDA 626 AND MX-6, AND 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK… Remedy: SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION…

06E026000Exterior LightingReported 23/03/2006

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL… Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 87 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
03181	2003-09-15	Electrical System	REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
16714	2003-03-01	Engine And Engine Cooling	FOR ALL OBDI VEHICLES THAT USE THE .5V DPFE SENSOR, A 1.0V SENSOR IS CURRENTLY THE ONLY…
02176	2002-09-02	Exterior Lighting	LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ
01181	2001-09-17	Power Train	BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB
011801	2001-09-01	Power Train	SUBJECT REGARDING INADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *JG

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1993 Probe take?

3.7 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 1993 Probe have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.