NHTSA recall 90V098000
Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
Ford Explorer
Reported May 21, 19902,500 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Feb 1, 1989 – May 1, 1990
The defect
If sunroof glass IS removed and reinstalled by vehicle operator, hinge assemblies can be accidentally improperly mated.
The risk
Sunroof could detach from the vehicle while being driven,creating a risk to following vehicles or people in the vicinity, or to vehicleoccupants if the glass should fall into the cabin.
The remedy
Install revised sunroof hinges that will adequately retain sunroof assembly.