1991 Ford Explorer: sunroof shattered

5 of the 608 complaints about the 1991 Ford Explorer describe sunroof shattered.

owner complaints: 5
of this car's complaints: 1%
recalls: 2

Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 4 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Sunroof shattered by model year

2026
5
2025
3
2023
3
2022
6
2021
7
2020
6
2017
3
2016
2
2015
2
2014
3
2013
2
2011
1
2006
1
2005
1
2004
1
2002
1
1997
1
1994
3
1993
7
1992
3
1991
5

What owners say

Filed Jun 3, 1998 · Visibility · CA

Pop-up sunroof fell off and shattered in roadway. Ford denied responsibility.

Filed Dec 3, 1997 · Visibility · NJ

Ea97011, the defective sun roof shattered unexpectedly which might have caused unnecessary injuries or accident.

Filed Aug 26, 1997 · Visibility · NJ

Consumer was traveling and the sun roof shattered without a cause, ea97-011. Consumer has yet to contact the dealer. Consumer has contacted the manufacutrer to see if vehicle is listed under recall, vehicle not included in recall .

Filed Jul 1, 1997 · Visibility · CA

While driving with sun roof closed, the sun roof glass shattered. Cause unknown.

Filed Aug 28, 1995 · Visibility · CA

Sunroof exploded while parked in the garage unoccupied. Tt

Service bulletins that may apply

Feb 17, 1997 Service bulletinFrame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips
Jan 20, 1997 Service bulletinBody - rust perforation - quarter panel - service tips
Aug 1, 1995 Service bulletinSheet metal-roof panel and drip rail replacement- seam sealer application procedure
Oct 1, 1994 Service bulletinInside door handle breaks when opening

Related recalls

Structure: body: roof and pillarsReported December 18, 1997 · 185,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof. The sunroof glass panel assembly can separate while the vehicle is moving due to incorrect hinge engagement. This was caused by improper sunroof installation of the glass panel.
Risk: Unexpected separation of the sunroof glass panel could possibly distract the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of vehicle control.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with an instruction booklet which thoroughly outlines, with illustrations, the proper procedures for the removal, storage, and reinstallation of the sunroof's glass panel. A warning label for attachment to the sunroof's latch knob will also be provided to the owners.

Recall number 97V235001 · Recall details

Structure: body: bumpersReported February 12, 1991 · 220,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Rear bumper reinforcement may be subject to fatigue cracking under extended trailer tow service when using a bumper-mounted trailer hitch ball.
Risk: Under extreme conditions, bumper could separate from thevehicle when using a bumper mounted trailer hitch ball.
Remedy: Install two brackets to reinforce the bumper.

Recall number 91V026000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1991 Ford Explorer sunroof shattered

Is sunroof shattered a common problem on the 1991 Ford Explorer?

5 of 608 owner complaints about the 1991 Ford Explorer (1%) mention sunroof shattered. The model year with the most reports is 1993.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1991 Ford Explorer?

There are 2 recalls and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 1991 Ford Explorer

Tire blowout 45 Fire or smoke 44 ABS 28 Brake failure 20 Seat belt 14 Transmission failure 12 Overheating 9 Stalling 9 Sudden acceleration 9 Door locks 7 Grinding brakes 6 Fuel pump 6 Adaptive cruise 5 Fuel leak 5

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