1996-1997 Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer recall: support device/strut
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on August 19, 1997. It covers about 2,200 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,200
- reported
- Aug 19, 1997
- owners notified
- Sep 30, 1997
- related complaints
- 72
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The liftgate assist gas cylinder bracket on the right hand bodyside outer panel was incorrectly welded.
- Risk
- The gas cylinder bracket may not properly support the liftgate increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reinforce the bracket attachment with two pop rivets.
Recall number 97V137000
Affected vehicles
- Ford Explorer 1996 1996
- Mercury Mountaineer 1997 1997
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 72 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 97V137000
Is there a recall on the 1996-1997 Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer support device/strut?
Yes. Recall 97V137000, reported on August 19, 1997, covers about 2,200 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V137000?
Dealers will reinforce the bracket attachment with two pop rivets.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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