Recall 97V-083
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1992 to 1994 Ford Explorer: Visibility (rearview mirrors/devices).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-083
- Reported
- May 5, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 610,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
A short circuit condition can occur in the remote power mirror control switch circuit board as a result of a separated part of the contact assembly bridging the switch positive battery pad and adjacent chassis ground pad.
The risk
The current can overheat the printed circuit board and other plastic and elastomeric components of the switch assembly resulting in smoke or fire.
The fix
Dealers will install an in-line 10 amp fuse in the positive battery feed to the remote power mirror control switch assembly.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin may 19, 1997.notes:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Ford Explorer 1992 to 1994