NHTSA Recall 21V316000
NHTSA Campaign Id 21V316000; Date: May. 5, 2021
a detached roof rail cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Ford Explorer; 2017 Ford Explorer; 2018 Ford Explorer; 2019 Ford Explorer
Component: Structure:body
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 616,967
Recall Summary:
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 explorer vehicles. the retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.
How to Fix:
dealers will install push-pins and replace any damaged rail clips and roof rail covers, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 28, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 21s22.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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