Defect Description For Recall
Some Liftgate Gas Cylinder-To-Body Attachment Ball Studs May Fracture In Either The Open Or Closed Position.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
AEROSTAR
Year
1987
Recall Campaign Number
91V136000
Component Description
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
Replace The Gas Cylinder-To-Body Attachment Ball Studs.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19870401
End Of Manufacture
19880101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
112000
Date Owners Notified
19911015
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19910819