NHTSA recall 95V164001
Structure · Ford Motor Company
August 25, 1995report date
364,784units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The hydraulic lift cylinders are attached to brackets that are welded to the liftgate. The bracket welds can fracture.
Why it matters: With a broken bracket weld, there is a potential for the liftgate bracket to gradually bend inward allowing the lift cylinderball stud to disengage.
The fix: Dealers will install reinforcement brackets.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1992 Ford Explorer, 1993 Ford Explorer.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 95V164001.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.