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Ford Motor Company Of Australia Limited - Ford Explorer

recall information

Recall number
REC-004550
PRA number
1999/4041
Campaign number
SRCC189/A
Original published date

make and model information

Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Affected units
5,526

What are the defects?

The Secondary Hood Latch May Exhibit A Sticky Condition Due To Corrosion. If The Primary Latch Is Not Engaged During Vehicles Operation The Secondary Latch Could Remain Open And The Hood May Fly Up.

What are the hazards?

Component Failure.

What should consumers do?

Contact Your Ford Dealer.
Supplier details
Ford Motor Company Of Australia Limited

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Product type