NHTSA Recall 91V136000
NHTSA Campaign Id 91V136000; Date: Aug. 19, 1991
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
1987 Ford Aerostar; 1988 Ford Aerostar
Component: Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 112,000
Recall Summary:
Some liftgate gas cylinder-to-body attachment ball studs may fracture in either the open or closed position.
How to Fix:
Replace the gas cylinder-to-body attachment ball studs.
Recall Notes:
System: rear liftgate. Vehicle description: vans built at the st. Louis assembly plant.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 15, 1991
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