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  Defect Investigation of Outer Hood Panel Detachment

Investigation of Outer Hood Panel Detachment

Subject: Outer hood panel detachment
Components covered:
  • Structure
Investigations Summary: This investigation was opened on Sep. 30, 1997. It was closed on Oct. 22, 1997. Note: this investigation has resulted in a vehicle safety recall.
Alleged the outer body panel of the two piece bonded hood separates from the inner panel while driving. The hood latch remains latched.
Vehicles Affected by this investigation:
  • 1994 Ford Mustang
  • 1995 Ford Mustang
  • 1996 Ford Mustang
  • 1994 Ford Windstar
  • 1995 Ford Windstar
  • 1996 Ford Windstar

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