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1994-1996 Ford Mustang and Ford Windstar recall: hood

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on October 20, 1997. It covers about 769,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
769,000
reported
Oct 20, 1997
owners notified
Nov 10, 1997
related complaints
179

Structure: body: hood

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans. Tearing of the bond between the inner and outer hood panels during minor front end collisions can result in a gap at the leading edge of the hood. Air forced between the inner and outer panels can produce enough pressure to force the outer panel upward.
Risk
This condition can result in total separation of the outer hood panel.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the hood area for any damage along the leading edge of the hood. If there is any evidence of bond separation, the hood will be replaced. If there is no evidence of bond separation, additional adhesive will be applied between the inner and outer hood panels.

Recall number 97V180000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 179 complaints about body problems.

1994 Ford Mustang1995 Ford Mustang1996 Ford Mustang1995 Ford Windstar1996 Ford Windstar

Questions about recall 97V180000

Is there a recall on the 1994-1996 Ford Mustang and Ford Windstar hood?

Yes. Recall 97V180000, reported on October 20, 1997, covers about 769,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 97V180000?

Dealers will inspect the hood area for any damage along the leading edge of the hood. If there is any evidence of bond separation, the hood will be replaced. If there is no evidence of bond separation, additional adhesive will be applied between the inner and outer hood panels.

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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