NHTSA recall 91V136000
Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Support device/strut
Ford Aerostar
Reported Aug 19, 1991112,000 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Apr 1, 1987 – Jan 1, 1988
The defect
Some liftgate gas cylinder-to-body attachment ball studs may fracture in either the open or closed position.
The risk
If a ball stud fractures, the liftgate will not remain inthe open position. Bodily injury could result if the liftgate drops whilesomeone IS under it.
The remedy
Replace the gas cylinder-to-body attachment ball studs.