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Recalls

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Recall date October 8, 1997
Models affected
  • 1996 Ford Explorer
Units affected 1
Details

THIS VEHICLE MAY HAVE UNDERSIZED WELDS ON THE BRACKET THAT ATTACHES THE LIFTGATE ASSIST GAS CYLINDER TO THE RIGHT HAND BODYSIDE OUTER PANEL.

THIS COULD RESULT IN BRACKET SEPARATION WHICH COULD PREVENT THE GAS CYLINDER FROM PROPERLY SUPPORTING THE LIFTGATE.

CORRECTION: BRACKET ATTACHMENT WILL BE REINFORCED WITH TWO POP RIVETS.

Additional information may be available on Transport Canada's website