NHTSA recall 99V164000
Latches/Locks/Linkages · Ford Motor Company
June 29, 1999report date
854,288units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The secondary hood latch may corrode at the latch pivot and stick in the open position.
Why it matters: If this occurs and the primary hood latch is either not engaged or is released, a hood fly-up could occur.
The fix: Dealers will install a secondary hood latch with components that are coated prior to assembly for improved latch pivot corrosion protection.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1998 Ford Explorer, 1999 Ford Explorer, 1998 Mercury Mountaineer, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 99V164000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.