Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Sport Utility Vehicles, The Liftgate Glass Strut May Become Disengaged Or The Hinge May Fracture Allowing The Glass To Fall And Possibly Break.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
MOUNTAINEER
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
04V442000
Component Description
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Hinge And Attachments
Effect Of Defect
If The Hinge Should Fracture, There Is A Potential For The Glass To Fall And Ultimately Break And Personal Injuries Could Occur.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Have The Liftgate Glass Strut Brackets And Glass Hinges Replaced. For The Vehicles Built From August 1, 2000 Through March 3, 2002, The Dealers Will Replace The Hinges And Liftgate Strut Bracket. On Vehicles Built From March 3, 2002 Through June 23, 2003, The Dealers Will Only Replace The Hinges. The Recall Began On September 30, 2004. A Postcard Was Sent To Owners On December 27, 2004, Advising Them That Parts Are Now Available. Owners Should Contact Ford At 1-800-392-3673.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
20000801
End Of Manufacture
20030623
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
955732
Date Owners Notified
20040930
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20040913
Make Campaign Number
04S20