NHTSA Recall 91V026000
NHTSA Campaign Id 91V026000; Date: Feb. 12, 1991
Under extreme conditions, bumper could separate from thevehicle when using a bumper mounted trailer hitch ball.
Recalled Vehicles:
1991 Ford Explorer
Component: Structure:body:bumpers
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 220,000
Recall Summary:
Rear bumper reinforcement may be subject to fatigue cracking under extended trailer tow service when using a bumper-mounted trailer hitch ball.
How to Fix:
Install two brackets to reinforce the bumper.
Recall Notes:
System: rear bumper reinforcement. Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicle. Note: bumper mounted trailer hitch ball assembly should not be used until repairprocedure is completed.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 26, 1991
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