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Search Results   Report Date : November 21, 2009 at 02:58 PM NHTSA Action Number : RQ99016 99V310001,99V310002 NHTSA Action Number : RQ99016 NHTSA Recall Campaign Number : 2 recalls found (View) Make / Models :         Model/Build Years:          FORD / EXPLORER     1991-1995 Manufacturer : FORD MOTOR COMPANY Component : STRUCTURE Date Investigation Opened : July 29, 1999 Date Investigation Closed : Open Summary: 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. Check to Request Research. Submit below.