NHTSA recall 99V310001
Structure · Ford Motor Company
November 3, 1999report date
470,582units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong:
Why it matters: With a broken bracket weld, there is a potential for the liftgate bracket to gradually bend inward allowing the lift cylinder ball stud to disengage, unexpectedly allowing the liftgate to fall from an open position.
The fix: Dealers will install liftgate reinforcement brackets. Depending upon the condition of the liftgate sheet metal in the area of the bracket, dealers may also install a larger reinforcement.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1993 Ford Explorer, 1994 Ford Explorer, 1995 Ford Explorer.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 99V310001.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.