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2002 Ford EXPLORER Visibility Glass, Side Rear Recall


NHTSA Recall #	3435
NHTSA Compaign #	01I010000
MFG Compaign #
Manufacturer	FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Supplier	FORD
Brand	FORD
Model	EXPLORER
Model Year	2002
Component	VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Date of notification	13/06/25
Begin date of manufacuring	05/02/01
End date of manufacturing	30/03/01
Type of recall	I
Recall initiator	ODI
Report received	10/04/01
Report created	23/07/01
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FMV safety standard number
Estimated number of affected units	50224
Defect summary	This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 2002 ford explorer and mercury montaineer sport utility vehicles. The brackets connecting the left cylinders to each side of the liftgate glass could rotate out of position if either the urethane bond or torque are not sufficient.
Consequence summary	Rotation of the brackets could potentially cause the lift cylinders to detach from the glass or, in some cases, could potentially cause the liftgate glass to break. Either condition is most likely to occur when the glass is being closed.
Corrective action	Ford dealers will inspect the vehicles for the position of both the left and right liftgatge glass lift cylinder brackets. If the brackets are in the proper position, the bracket retainers will be tightened to a higher torque. In cases where the bracket is not properly position, the bracket must be re-aligned.
Recall notes	Ford has decided to conduct a special service campaign to inspect and torque the liftgate glass bracket on affected vehicles. Owners can contact ford at1-800-392-3673, concerning this program.

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2002 Ford EXPLORER Visibility Glass, Side Rear Recall

2002 Ford EXPLORER Visibility Glass, Side Rear Recall

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