NHTSA Recall 95V164001: Support device/strut (structure)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 364,784 vehicles. It affects 1992–1993 Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 95V164001 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE › SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT |
| Report received | August 25, 1995 |
| Owner notification | August 30, 1995 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The hydraulic lift cylinders are attached to brackets that are welded to the liftgate. The bracket welds can fracture.
Safety risk
With a broken bracket weld, there is a potential for the liftgate bracket to gradually bend inward allowing the lift cylinderball stud to disengage.
Remedy
Dealers will install reinforcement brackets.
Notes
System: structure; hatchback hydraulic cylinder.vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 95V164001
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.