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Recall 97V-180

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1994 to 1996 Ford Mustang and 1 other model: Structure (body, hood).

At a glance

Campaign number
97V-180
Reported
October 20, 1997
Vehicles affected
769,000 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

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.

The risk

This condition can result in total separation of the outer hood panel.

The fix

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.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owner notification began november 10, 1997. 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