Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problems of the 1997 Ford Expedition

Two problems related to hatchback/liftgate support device have been reported for the 1997 Ford Expedition. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problem

Failure Date: 03/29/1998

Had the hatchback closed. Shock on right hand side pushed through window & it exploded. Window was shattered.

2 Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problem

Failure Date: 04/26/1997

Vehicle was parked; went to rear; opened hatch and air springs/cylinders holding hatch released & fell on driver's head; took to dealer & was informed cylinders were defective after 5 months. Dealer is replacing/repairing cylinders.


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