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1995 Ford Explorer Recall

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Active Safety Recalls (6)

Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1995 Ford Explorer in Canada.

Ref #2009-292 Campaign : 09S09
2009-10-14 492 877 units

Other

Issue Description

On certain vehicles, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn, potentially resulting in an underhood fire. The condition may occur either when the vehicle is parked or when it is in operation. Correction: Dealers will install a new switch or fused wiring harness. Note: This is an expansion of recall 2005028 (05S28) for vehicles not previously included in the campaign.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

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Ref #2000-297 Campaign : 00S47
2000-12-15 25 586 units

Suspension

Issue Description

On certain vehicles, the front stabilizer bar link stud can fracture from bending fatigue. This can result in increased vehicle lean or the driver may sense a feeling of looseness in the steering. Above 80 km/h drivers may experience vehicle wander or sway. Correction: Dealers will install 10mm front left and right stabilizer bar links.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (suspension) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

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Ref #1999-224 Campaign : 99S34
1999-11-30 18 972 units

Structure

Issue Description

On certain vehicles, the hydraulic lift cylinders are attached to brackets that are welded to the liftgate. under certain conditions, the bracket welds may fracture due to the brackets being inadvertently mislocated relative to the liftgate. There may be a potential for the liftgate bracket to gradually bend inward which might allow the liftgate cylinder ball stud to disengage. Correction: Reinforcement brackets will be installed.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (structure) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

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Ref #1995-071 Campaign : 95S09
1995-04-19 166 units

Brakes

Issue Description

THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S. 105 - HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS. THE BRAKE TUBES FROM THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT MAY NOT BE ROUTED CORRECTLY. CORRECTION: NEW BRAKE TUBES WILL BE INSTALLED AND, IF NECESSARY, A NEW MASTER CYLINDER WILL BE INSTALLED.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (brakes) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

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Ref #1995-056 Campaign : 95S08
1995-03-31 1 720 units

Steering

Issue Description

THE INNER TIE ROD ON THESE VEHICLES MAY FRACTURE. IF THE TIE ROD FRACTURES, STEERING CONTROL COULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE CRASH. CORRECTION: VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND INNER TIE RODS WILL BE REPLACED IF NECESSARY.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (steering) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

View government recall bulletin Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act
Ref #1995-032 Campaign : 95S06
1995-02-21 398 units

Seats And Restraints

Issue Description

THE PASSENGER SIDE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (AIR BAG) MAY HAVE A CRACKED INFLATOR BODY. IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A DEPLOYMENT LEVEL CRASH, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MAY NOT INFLATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN REDUCED OCCUPANT PROTECTION. IN ADDITION, THE IGNITER PLUG COULD SEPARATE FROM THE INFLATOR, WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE RELEASE OF HOT GASES AND COULD IGNITE FLAMMABLE MATERIAL OR POTENTIALLY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. CORRECTION: VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND A NEW PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MODULE WILL BE INSTALLED IF NECESSARY.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (seats and restraints) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

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