1991 Ford Explorer
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
11 recalls name the 1991 Ford Explorer. Newest first.
This IS not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it IS deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. equipment description: ford IS replacing all firestone wilderness at 15, 16, and 17 inch tires mounted on ford trucks and suvs. ford reports tread separation can occur due to a combination of the sensitivity of the tire…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Should the tread separate at highway speeds, a vehicle crash could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Remedy
The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on march 31, 2002. however, customers can contact ford at 1-877-917-3673 or go on-line to www.ford.com for possible assistance.
Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size p235/75r15, produced at the decatur, illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx II tires, size p235/75r15. operation of these tires at low inflation pressures, high speed, and in hot weather, can contribute to separation of the tire tread.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death.
Remedy
The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on august 29, 2001. however, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
Remedy
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.
The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern california location.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a crack occurs, it could result in one or both studs fracturing. The master cylinder could then separate from the vacuum booster, when the brakes are applied, preventing the service brakes from activating increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. this IS not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it IS deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. the campaign will reinforce the bracket attachments of the rear liftgate gas assist cylinders which could pull away from the inside of the liftgate.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a bracket and gas assist cylinder were to detach completely from the liftgate and no longer bear against the liftgate as intended, the remaining assist cylinder would not hold the liftgate in an open position. personal injury could occur.
Remedy
Ford dealers will reinforce the bracket attachments.
The rigid mounted safety belt buckles are defective in three ways. First, a fastened safety belt buckle will not unlatch when the release button IS depressed. This results from interference between the buckle ejector finger and the buckle tongue window. The second defect IS the safety belt buckle may not latch. The third possible defect IS that the tongue…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An insufficiently latched or unlatched safety beltincreases the risk of injury to seat occupants in the event of a sudden stop oraccident. If the safety belt buckle will not unlatch, it will not allow theoccupant to get out of the vehicle in an emergency situation.
Remedy
Ford will replace the rigid mounted safety belt buckles with end release safety belt buckles designed to prevent latch problems.
When the automatic transmission shift lever IS placed in the park position, the park pawl does not always abut or engage the park gear.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Driver may believe the vehicle IS safely engaged in parkwhen the gear IS not truly engaged. This can lead to the vehicle jumping out ofgear unintentionally, vehicle rollaway when parked on a sloped surface, andinadvertent motion when the vehicle IS started. All of these conditions canresult in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Repair the transmission with a new park pawl.
Rear bumper reinforcement may be subject to fatigue cracking under extended trailer tow service when using a bumper-mounted trailer hitch ball.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Under extreme conditions, bumper could separate from thevehicle when using a bumper mounted trailer hitch ball.
Remedy
Install two brackets to reinforce the bumper.
The front heat shield may contact the front of the plastic fuel tank, causing cuts or other damage to the extent of penetration.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This penetration of the fuel tank causes vapors to escapeand possibly fuel to spill, which could catch fire in the presence of anignition source.
Remedy
Relocate the heat shield; inspect and replace damaged fuel fuel tanks.
The hot plate weld which attaches the vapor vent valve carrier to the top of the plastic fuel tank may partially fracture, allowing vapor of fuel to escape from the top of the tank.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The escaped vapor or leaked fuel could cause a fire inthe presence of a source of ignition.
Remedy
Fuel tank will be removed and inspected for weld integrity. Fuel tanks with inadequate welds will be replaced.
If sunroof glass IS removed and reinstalled by vehicle operator, hinge assemblies can be accidentally improperly mated.
Risk and remedy
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.
Remedy
Install revised sunroof hinges that will adequately retain sunroof assembly.
Owner complaints
609 complaints57 involved a crash64 involved a fire44 injuries4 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
The component that malfunctioned was the abs sensor. It is not available for inspection. I was driving going around 45 in traffic and the drivers side rear brake locked up and spun me out of control and caused me to collide with another vehicle. I only lightly pressed the brakes and it happened suddenly and unexpectedly. It was not inspected before it was towed after the accident. There were no warning lamps.
- Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 1991 ford explorer. While driving 15 mph with another passenger, the seat belts disengaged and caused the passenger seat to overturn between the seats. The passenger was not injured. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 91,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
On june 4TH my daughter and I were driving east bound on 62ND and over-hill in los angeles ca. Shortly after 12:00pm. when suddenly the ford explorer was engulfed in flames. my daughter and I were ordered to exit the vehicle. I was never notified of a recall. due to investigation on my own I…
On june 4TH my daughter and I were driving east bound on 62ND and over-hill in los angeles ca. Shortly after 12:00pm. when suddenly the ford explorer was engulfed in flames. my daughter and I were ordered to exit the vehicle. I was never notified of a recall. due to investigation on my own I have received a recall number. it IS 96s35. I have attempted to resolve this matter with ford however I just received a letter from them refusing to assist me. my daughter and I could have been burned alive. I would like to know if you could assist me. the vehicle has since been destroyed. I only have in my possession the picture, and a fire report. *tr
- Tires
I purchased two michelin ltx MS2 235/75r15 tires from tire rack.com, e732381. they were delivered september 15, 2011 with an incorrectly completed omb control no. 2127-0050 tire registration card. the card listed the brand as bf goodrich and the tire identification numbers as betjmx912711.…
I purchased two michelin ltx MS2 235/75r15 tires from tire rack.com, e732381. they were delivered september 15, 2011 with an incorrectly completed omb control no. 2127-0050 tire registration card. the card listed the brand as bf goodrich and the tire identification numbers as betjmx912711. the tires I received are michelin b3dddvox2511 according to the tire sidewalls. I contacted tire rack's customer service department. they advised that there system showed that I was sent michelin b3dddvox2511 tires and that it was not their responsibility to correctly complete the tire registration card. does this comply with dot regulations regarding tire retailer's conduct regarding tire recall registration? *tr
- Tires
Uniroyal tire side wall cracks LT 235 75r15 - no failure - just crack. all 4 of my tires had a side wall crack the entire diameter of the tire about 3 inches down on the side wall . I noticed the crack on the inside as well so it appears the tires had some issue. I had never applied tire…
Uniroyal tire side wall cracks LT 235 75r15 - no failure - just crack. all 4 of my tires had a side wall crack the entire diameter of the tire about 3 inches down on the side wall . I noticed the crack on the inside as well so it appears the tires had some issue. I had never applied tire foam cleaner(armor all tirefoam prior ) but one time this last week I did apply some and found the crack. Looking under the 1991 ford explorer 4X4 I did see the same issue on the inside of a front tire as well...i never applied any armor all type cleaner on the inside either. Uniroyal factory phone support blamed me of applying tire cleaner which ruins tires and so did the walmart tire store staff . I never applied anything as this IS an older vehicle which and no pr or show appeal. walmart replaced all 4 tires on 10-25-09 but the tire pressure was not 35 psi its was around 43 according to my gage..the tires are rated for 50psi. walmart charged the problem to my warranty and then wanted to charge again for a new warranty. This was a tire factory problem as both side of the tires had a crack not a field road hazard issue. Kingman az has temp ranges from 110 in july to 9 degrees in winter...this may be factor. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 ford explorer. while driving 5 mph on a driveway incline, the engine idled excessively high and the vehicle stalled unexpectedly. the engine restarted and resumed normal operation. the contact detected smoke inside and outside of the vehicle and immediately turned off…
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 ford explorer. while driving 5 mph on a driveway incline, the engine idled excessively high and the vehicle stalled unexpectedly. the engine restarted and resumed normal operation. the contact detected smoke inside and outside of the vehicle and immediately turned off the engine. the vehicle was inspected underneath the hood and massive flames erupted from the engine compartment. the fire department was called to the scene. the vehicle was completely destroyed and has not been towed away from the scene. the contact sustained minor injuries to her hands. the insurance company was notified of the failure. the failure and current mileages were unavailable.
- Electrical system
Tl*the contact owned a 1991 ford explorer. while driving 40 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from the instrument panel. the vehicle failed to restart. she managed to maneuver the vehicle to the shoulder and left to call for help. upon returning to the vehicle, it was consumed in flames. the vehicle was destroyed and a police report was filed. the failure and current mileages were over 100,000.
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 ford explorer. after receiving the recall notice for the vehicle speed control: cruise control, the contact called the dealer. the dealer stated that they did not have the part for the repair; however, the recall stated that they were available. they did not know when…
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 ford explorer. after receiving the recall notice for the vehicle speed control: cruise control, the contact called the dealer. the dealer stated that they did not have the part for the repair; however, the recall stated that they were available. they did not know when the parts would arrive. there had been no failure to date. the recall number was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 81,000.
- Power train › Automatic transmission · Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 ford explorer. the contact experienced automatic transmission failure. he took the vehicle to a mechanic and they claimed to repair it, but actually did not. the vehicle failed and was towed to a ford dealer and they replaced the cruise control switch. the automatic…
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 ford explorer. the contact experienced automatic transmission failure. he took the vehicle to a mechanic and they claimed to repair it, but actually did not. the vehicle failed and was towed to a ford dealer and they replaced the cruise control switch. the automatic transmission was not repaired. the vehicle IS currently in the possession of another mechanic. the current and failure mileages were greater than 100,000. Updated 03/11/08. *lj
- Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Support device/strut
Copy of letter to fmc: I own a 1991 ford explorer 4WD xlt [xxx]. I purchased this vehicle on 11/9/96, from crown dodge, ventura, california. the selling dealer assured me at the time that no recalls were outstanding on this vehicle. on november 11/22/06, as I closed the hatch on this…
Copy of letter to fmc: I own a 1991 ford explorer 4WD xlt [xxx]. I purchased this vehicle on 11/9/96, from crown dodge, ventura, california. the selling dealer assured me at the time that no recalls were outstanding on this vehicle. on november 11/22/06, as I closed the hatch on this vehicle, the bracket that attaches the right-side liftgate gas assist cylinder to the hatch tore away from the hatch. I have just learned that a safety improvement campaign (number 95i007000) was issued in october 1995 to reinforce this bracket. the campaign stated that "if a bracket and gas assist cylinder were to detach completely from the liftgate and no longer bear against the liftgate as intended, the remaining cylinder would not hold the liftgate in an open position. personal injury could occur." the corrective action was for ford dealers to reinforce the bracket attachments. my local ford dealer service representative stated today they could not honor this safety improvement campaign. rebecca (#6048) at the ford customer service call center told me the campaign had expired, and couldn't offer assistance. your company's response to date IS not acceptable. the bracket was attached to the hatch by only two small spot welds, as IS the left-side bracket. the failure still has the potential for causing serious injury, especially if the left-side bracket were to fail. the vehicle was apparently not repaired under this safety improvement campaign. I was not notified of the campaign nor offered an opportunity to have this defect repaired. since the safety hazard that this safety improvement campaign sought to resolve still exists on my vehicle, I request that the broken bracket be repaired and the remaining bracket reinforced at no charge to me, per the intent of the safety improvement campaign. thank you for your assistance. [xxx] *nm updated 07/12/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Tires › Tread/belt
I have just purchased a vehicle not too long ago that has the wilderness ht tires on it that look very unsafe. I looked them up on your website and they were recalled. IS there anyway I could get a recall info sheet to replace the tires on the vehicle...there are hardly any miles on the tires and…
I have just purchased a vehicle not too long ago that has the wilderness ht tires on it that look very unsafe. I looked them up on your website and they were recalled. IS there anyway I could get a recall info sheet to replace the tires on the vehicle...there are hardly any miles on the tires and I have not been able to drive it because they are so unsafe. They are model # p22570r15. I have 2 little girls that I would like to keep safe!
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Dt*: the contact stated 4 out of the 5 safety belts in the vehicle would not latch properly. if they were shaken, or if there was any force applied to them they became unlatched. the vehicle was not taken in for service. the manufacturer was notified. there was a nhtsa recall # 92v113000, pertaining to the front buckle assembly. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. updated 10/04/06. *Jb
- Unknown or other
I have contacted the local dealership ie.. Hansel ford and curtis ford. The service department stated that since my vehicle (1991) ford explorer was over 10 years. Old they no longer had any information on recalled parts or recalled paint ect. Please mail or e-mail me a completet list of all recalls 1991 ford exlporer. *Jb
- Electrical system
Vehicle caught fire and was a total loss
- Electrical system
Dt: the consumer smell smoke, and then some smoke started coming out of the left side of the hood. all of the gauges looked okay and the consumer thought it was overheating. Then the car caught on fire fast with smoke on the left and fire on the right of the hood and burned all the way to the…
Dt: the consumer smell smoke, and then some smoke started coming out of the left side of the hood. all of the gauges looked okay and the consumer thought it was overheating. Then the car caught on fire fast with smoke on the left and fire on the right of the hood and burned all the way to the back of my car, and the two cars on either side. This happened in a denny's parking lot in fairbanks on 6/30/05. fire department case number: 051947. towed vehicle to the mechanic. *nm *nm
- Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
Spare tire winch cable on 1991 ford explorer failed at intersection following bump on rear from another motorist. No damage to rear but corroded cable broke and tire fell to ground.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission · Seat belts · Tires
I found several recalls for my vehicle. It IS an old vehicle, but I only bought it in 2003. I know some of them expired, and it says to contact fod. I did via web site. They do not show any recalls. But, you showed me over 5 recalls? Can I still get them fixed? My tires I guess, have been replaced…
I found several recalls for my vehicle. It IS an old vehicle, but I only bought it in 2003. I know some of them expired, and it says to contact fod. I did via web site. They do not show any recalls. But, you showed me over 5 recalls? Can I still get them fixed? My tires I guess, have been replaced but they did nit replace the spare tire. I still have the recalled spare tire?? What do I do now? Can I do anything? But, I still have bad tires, the 2001 tire recall does not say what brand? I have atx and apt firestone tires. campain #92v113000,91v189000,00t005000 and another tire recall, I did not get the #, but it was in 2001. thank you. *ak
- Seat belts › Front
Peninsula ford, sunnyvale, ca refused to service existing safety recall, without explanation. nhtsa campaign 92v113000. the vehicle in question fits all applicability critieria listed in recall documents. one of three symptoms (unexplained and repeated, sudden front seat belt release) described by this recall occurs regularly.
- Power train › Axle hubs
After purchasing this ford explorer I check all fluids and added and changed as nessasary about 2 weeks after I purchased it my stepson and my wife and large dog went on a little trip to check out this thing, after letting out the wife and dog my stepson and myself tried to go up a slight hill in 4…
After purchasing this ford explorer I check all fluids and added and changed as nessasary about 2 weeks after I purchased it my stepson and my wife and large dog went on a little trip to check out this thing, after letting out the wife and dog my stepson and myself tried to go up a slight hill in 4 wheel drive to see if it worked, after it wouldn't make it up the hill we backed it down and headed back for my wife when the left front tire wheel and brake assy fell off due to the plastic piece failing inside automatic hubs causing c clip to fail, I had to call my brother in law to get my truck and trailer to get this thing home where by skinning my knuckles on rocks trying to get this on a jack, I later went to ford to try to buy just damaged part they wanted 385 dollars for whole kit which now has a locking devise that will not allow the nut to freely spin off, I believe the new piece IS no longer made of plastic either, I went to junk yard and got a used plastic piece and made my own permant locking devise to keep this from happening again. Faulty design.
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
My wife [xxx] was driving my 1991 ford explorer to see her son on 2-2-04( and never uses cruise control)when on hwy 161 heading north the cruise control took over and made the throttle stick wide open, the brakes would not hold and vehicle went up to about 70 before she finally turned off key, the…
My wife [xxx] was driving my 1991 ford explorer to see her son on 2-2-04( and never uses cruise control)when on hwy 161 heading north the cruise control took over and made the throttle stick wide open, the brakes would not hold and vehicle went up to about 70 before she finally turned off key, the brakes were smoking from about 1 mile of fighting to stop the thing, she finally stopped after hitting a truck in front of blackstone collision, whose owner demanded she remove it due to blocking driveway, (2) salesmen from jet chev saw the whole thing and since the other drivers vehicle was not badly damaged he wanted to leave, the salesman started the ford explorer and it was still floored he was able to move it and parked it, he also unstuck the throttle thereby destroying evidence,my insurance co. Was going to go after ford but didn't , so we were cancelled and now I pay twice as much due to ford defects they need to own up to this. Veh ID [xxx] my wife had to go to hospital for 2 cracked ankles due to this as x rays were taken within 4 hrs of wreck (she had both feet on brake pedal trying to stop it.) I am going to also report another incident from this same vehicle, mfg defect. *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
On dec 23, 2004, my 1991 ford explorer caught fire while I was driving it. The vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle had 208,000 miles on it. It had been professionaly serviced a week prior to the fire. while I was driving, I noticed a burning smell. I looked in the rear-view mirror & saw some white…
On dec 23, 2004, my 1991 ford explorer caught fire while I was driving it. The vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle had 208,000 miles on it. It had been professionaly serviced a week prior to the fire. while I was driving, I noticed a burning smell. I looked in the rear-view mirror & saw some white smoke behind me. Within seconds the engine died. By the time I got it pulled onto the shoulder, smoke was streaming out from under the hood. The fire burned through the firewall and caught the interior on fire very quickly.*ak
- Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Hinge and attachments
The rear liftgate was in the up position and it dropped while the consumer was unloading groceries. the right side hinge broke. this vehicle was not included in liftgate recall campaign 04v442000. *ak *sc *jb
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Complaint received via e-mail. the brake lights on my 1991 ford explorer cannot be made to work consistently. This presents an obvious safety hazard to the drivers following my vehicle. When I hit my brakes they can't tell. I have been rear ended twice already, and I am tired of it. But…
Complaint received via e-mail. the brake lights on my 1991 ford explorer cannot be made to work consistently. This presents an obvious safety hazard to the drivers following my vehicle. When I hit my brakes they can't tell. I have been rear ended twice already, and I am tired of it. But fortunately the rear bumper IS very strong, and only IS bent in a little so far, since the vehicle behind hits the tow hitch, which IS capable of towing 3,500 pounds. Raceway ford in riverside, california attempted to repair this problem by replacing the switch at least twice since 1997. I have not yet gone through the paper work before 1997 to see how many attempts were made to correct the design defect. I replaced the switch again, and still cannot get the brake lights to work properly.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I was driving and all of a sudden the trasmission slipped and I woudnt go forward ten smoked poured out and people in the streets started yelling saying "there's fire coming out the hood!!" I pulled over and jumped out and the whole engine was engulfed in flames!!! Vehicle totalled. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission · Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive) · Service brakes, air › Disc › Rotor · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Abs warning light · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Fan/motor · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
Transmission went out, then the front main seal. It hasn't been two months and then my heater core went out and at the same time my heater fan. Also, before the front main seal went out the rotors went bad and I still have problems with the braking system. This has all happened within a years time.…
Transmission went out, then the front main seal. It hasn't been two months and then my heater core went out and at the same time my heater fan. Also, before the front main seal went out the rotors went bad and I still have problems with the braking system. This has all happened within a years time. I am thoroughly disgusted and broke. I praised ford before this, now I wouldn't recommend ford to anyone I know. I am a single mother trying to make ends meet and now I have no transportation because I can no longer afford to fix this truck. I have replaced the transmission, front main seal, water pump, starter, rotors, alternator, and the low wheel drive on my truck but now its the heater core and I have been quoted over 600-800 to fix this! That IS if I can find anyone who wants to do it which by the way no one does. What do I do now? *nm
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Spare tire winch cable
There is no summary currently available
- Spare tire winch cable
From the beginning of the 1991 model year production until the middle of the 1994 model year production, ford used a galvanized steel cable to lift and hold in stored position, the explorer spare tire.on may 19, 1994, based on the results of ford durability testing , ford changed to a 4.00mm stainless steel…
From the beginning of the 1991 model year production until the middle of the 1994 model year production, ford used a galvanized steel cable to lift and hold in stored position, the explorer spare tire.on may 19, 1994, based on the results of ford durability testing , ford changed to a 4.00mm stainless steel cable.there have been over 100 incidents in which the original galvanized steel cable failed allowing the spare tire to drop from its rear storage well.one of these incidents caused a following vehicle to be involved in a collision and on six other occasions the wheel made contact with following vehicles, resulting in property damage.
- Liftgate support bracket failure
Summary:on august 22, 1995, ford conducted safety recall, 95v-164, on 1992 and 1993 model year explorer due to liftgate failures.the rear liftgate hydraulic cylinder bracket can become unattached allowing the liftgate to suddenly drop.the recall remedy was to install reinforcements on the brackets.ford also initiated…
Summary:on august 22, 1995, ford conducted safety recall, 95v-164, on 1992 and 1993 model year explorer due to liftgate failures.the rear liftgate hydraulic cylinder bracket can become unattached allowing the liftgate to suddenly drop.the recall remedy was to install reinforcements on the brackets.ford also initiated a safety improvement campaign in october 1995, for 1991-1995 model year explorer vehicles which were not included in the recall, to install reinforcements on those bracket that were found to be loose or detached.this campaign ended in october 1996. Since november 1996, odi has received 51 consumer complaints alleging liftgate failures caused by the bracket separation, of which 19 reported the liftgate struck the occupant causing 12 injuries.one complaint was on 1992 model year vehicle, three complaints were on 1993 model year vehicles, and 47 complaints were on 1994 model year vehicles. This rq IS to determine the extent of the problem experience and the scope of safety recall 95v-164.ford and mazda are conducting a safety recall campaign under recall number 99v-310.001/.002.
- Heavy lateral vibration
Nhtsa was petitioned to commence a defect investigation of the subject vehicles on january 6, 1998.the petition alleges that early model ford explorer sport utility vehicles develop heavy lateral vibrations at speeds above 55 mph and when encountering bumps at low speeds.the petition further alleges that these…
Nhtsa was petitioned to commence a defect investigation of the subject vehicles on january 6, 1998.the petition alleges that early model ford explorer sport utility vehicles develop heavy lateral vibrations at speeds above 55 mph and when encountering bumps at low speeds.the petition further alleges that these vibrations could possibly cause loss of vehicle control.the analysis of the petition IS presented in the attached notice which IS published in the federal register.
- Parking pawl
When the automatic shift lever IS placed in the park position, the parking pawl does not always engage the park gear.this can lead to the vehicle jumping out of gear unintentionally and cause the vehicle to start rolling inadvertently
- Sunroof shattering and separation
There is no summary currently available
- Separation of master cylinder
Ford continues to sudy the problem attempting to determine why stud fractures are not frequently occurring in other parts of the country.likewise, odi continues gathering information to ascertain whether the recall scope should include other geographical areas.if evidence indicates the scope should be expanded, odi will reopen the investigation as warranted.
- Brake master cylinder/booster separation
There is no summary currently available
- Engine cooling fan cracks
There is no summary currently available
- Throttle sticking
There is no summary currently available
- Front seat track failure
There is no summary currently available
- Whl separation/torque loss
There is no summary currently available
- Vacuum boostr valve fails
There is no summary currently available
- Park pawl bending
There is no summary currently available
- Throttle release failure
There is no summary currently available
- Vacuum boostr valve fails
There is no summary currently available
- Throttle release failure
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10002643Various noise issues from the rear leaf springs while driving.
- 6091931Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock.
- 6090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems.
- 6089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses.
- 6089649Concerns with burning odor or smoke, and / or rustling noise while blower motor IS on.
- 635982Some vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and a 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit a noise / vibration, no drive, unusual noise during cranking or a no crank condition.
- 628153Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires.
- 627752Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / onnecting rod bearing knock.
- 623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *Slc
- 623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *Slc
- 618532Subject pertaining to supplemental tire inflation label.
- 616531On some vehicles, the accelerator pedal bracket may become loose or separated from the dash panel. This may be caused by repeated excessive force on the accelerator pedal, resulting in cracking of the dash panel sheet metal at the accelerator pedal bracket.
- 613292Information on setting the tire inflation pressure for 1991 through 1999 model year vehicles in the pre-delivery process and during maintenance intervals.
- 613105Information regarding the tire inflation pressure for all models during predelivery process and during maintenance intervals. *Mjs
- 612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *Mjs
- 610793Some vehicles equipped with manual transmission may exhibit neutral gear rollover noise (a light metallic rattling sound from the transmission) which occurs at idle with transmission in neutral clutch engaged (clutch pedal up).
- 610704Some vehicles may exhibit an audible pinging or creaking noise that may be heard from the driveline when engine torque IS initially applied to the driveline.
- 608921Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock.
- 608435Some vehicles may exhibit a burning odor or smoke, and / or rustling noise occuring when the blower motor IS running if leaves or foreign material enters the blower case.
- 608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda.
- 607369Concerns with axle wind-up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers.
- 606945Information on maintaining tire pressure.
- 606937Some vehicles may experience axle wind up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers on vehicles equipped with a four wheel drive hi or low range mode.
- 606460Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump.
- 606420Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year.
- 605803Customer complaint of engine miss under load while going up steep hills.
- 605577Information regarding comprehensive pull and drift diagnostic procedure developed to assist technicians with vehicle service.
- 605573Subject regarding a new service center support that uses a thrust bearing (#3 and #4) in place of thrust washers has been released.
- 604059Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( F8AZ - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals.
- 603724Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip.
- 601341Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio.
- 601312Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system.
- 601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance.
- 601269Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability.
- 601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart.
- 601043A grabbing and/or sticking condition during the first few brake applications when the brakes are cold or in the morning after an overnight rain may occur on some vehicles.
- 601025A comprehensive pull and drift diagnostic procedure has been developed to assist technicians with vehicle service.
- 601012The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes IS no longer acceptable.
- 601010Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles.
- 53668Concerns with "pinging" or "creaking" being heard from the driveline when shifting from park to drive or reverse, between drive and reverse, or when engaging the clutch.
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