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Recall 97V-235

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1991 to 1993 Ford Explorer: Structure (body, roof and pillars).

At a glance

Campaign number
97V-235
Reported
December 18, 1997
Vehicles affected
185,000 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof. The sunroof glass panel assembly can separate while the vehicle is moving due to incorrect hinge engagement. This was caused by improper sunroof installation of the glass panel.

The risk

Unexpected separation of the sunroof glass panel could possibly distract the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Owners will be provided with an instruction booklet which thoroughly outlines, with illustrations, the proper procedures for the removal, storage, and reinstallation of the sunroof's glass panel. A warning label for attachment to the sunroof's latch knob will also be provided to the owners.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owner notification began march 2, 1998. Owners who do not receive the instruction booklet and warning label 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