GULF STREAM EXPLORER 2013: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
| Make : GULF STREAM | Model : EXPLORER | Year : 2013 |
| Build Dates : 2011-02-01 - 2012-01-31 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 15V171000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2015-07-23 | Date Received by ODI: 2015-03-24 | Date Added to Database: 2015-03-24 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 15S11 | ||
| Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 194484 | ||
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Summary:
Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Explorer vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation. |
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Consequence:
If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury. |
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Remedy:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began on July 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S11. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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