Recall 91V-145
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1992 Ford Taurus: Structure (body, hatchback/liftgate, support device/strut).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 91V-145
- Reported
- September 4, 1991
- Vehicles affected
- 1,300 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Manufacturing errors by the supplier of the liftgate latch mechanism may cause the secondary portion of the liftgate latch not to function. If the latch is not in the primary latch position, the liftgate could open without operator action.
The risk
If the liftgate were to open during vehcile operation,passengers or cargo could fall from the open liftgate.
The fix
Replace malfunctioning liftgate latches.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: liftgate.vehicle description: passenger cars; station wagons.
Affected vehicles
- Ford Taurus 1992