NHTSA Recall 92V093000
NHTSA Campaign Id 92V093000; Date: Jul. 27, 1992
In the "false latch" condition, the rear doors may givethe impression that the door is properly latched when it is not. This could leadto passengers and/or cargo falling from rear doors which can open without priorwarning.
Recalled Vehicles:
1984 Isuzu Trooper; 1985 Isuzu Trooper; 1986 Isuzu Trooper; 1987 Isuzu Trooper
Component: Structure:body:door:hinge And Attachments
Manufactured by: Isuzu Motors Limited
Affected Units:: 49,300
Recall Summary:
Trucks used in the salt-belt states can have accumulated corrosion in the hinges of the rear doors. If the vehicles also have misaligned door latches and strikers, it is possible to close the doors in a "false latch" condition.
How to Fix:
Check the door latches and strikers for correct alignment and repair if necessary; also inspect rear door hinges for corrosion and replace if necessary.
Recall Notes:
System: rear door hinges. Vehicle description: utility vehicle.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 24, 1992
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