1994 FORD EXPLORER Structurebodytailgate Problems
11 NHTSA complaints on file
Structurebodytailgate Issues in the 1994 FORD EXPLORER
11 structurebodytailgate complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1994 FORD EXPLORER. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.
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Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
All Structurebodytailgate Complaints
#729617
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MY TEENAGE SON DRIVES THE FORD EXPLORER, I DO NOT FEEL THAT THIS SPORTS UTILITY IS SAFE.
#724162
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NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THAT VEHICLE. *AK
#859693
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SHEET METAL RIPPED , CAUSING REAR LIFTGATE TO COMPLETLY DETACH FROM HYDRAULIC LIFTS. BASICALLY, THE DOOR WILL OPEN AND SHUT. *AK
#712918
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THE CYLINDERS/DAMPERS THAT ARE USED TO HELP RAISE AND HOLD THE LIFT GATE HAVE RIPPED OUT OF THE VEHICLE BODY ON THREE SEPERATE OCCASIONS. AFTER THE THIRD FAILURE THE ENTIRE LIFT GATE WAS REPLACED UNDER FACTORY PROGRAM 95-M-87. BECAUSE THE FAILURE OCCURRED DURING THE 37TH OR 38TH MONTH AFTER PURCHASE AND BECAUSE THE DEALER HAD REPAIRED THE FAILURE TWICE BEFORE UNDER WARRANTY, THEY DECIDED TO HONOR THE FACTORY WARRANTY AND REPLACE THE ENTIRE LIFT GATE. SOMETIME THIS SUMMER, 1999, I NOTICED THE LIFT GATE WAS MAKING NOISE WHEN OPENED AND CLOSED. I BELIEVED THAT IT WAS PROBABLY RUST IN THE HINGE. IN AUGUST I NOTICED THAT THE LIFT GATE WAS SIGNIFICANTLY OUT OF ALIGNMENT AND WASN'T OPENING AND CLOSING PROPERLY. WHEN I TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER I WAS TOLD THAT THE WARRANTY NO APPLIED. THIS WAS BECAUSE THE LIFT GATE HAD FAILED MORE THAN 12 MONTHS AFTER...
#711666
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NO SUMMARY
#711472
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WHILE CLOSING THE HATCHBACK LID, THE RIGHT HYDRAULIC CYLINDER BRACKET COMPLETELY DETACHED FROM THE LIFT GATE. I CONTACTED FORD AT THEIR HOT LINE AND WAS TOLD THAT RECALL #95M87 HAD ELAPSED AND THEIR WAS NOTHING FORD COULD DO ABOUT THE FAILURE. I ASKED FORD ABOUT SAFETY RECALL #95S21 AND THEY SAID THAT WAS FOR PREVIOUS FORD EXPLORERS. THIS IS THE SAME PROBLEM AS 1994 EXPLORERS, WHICH THEY REPLACED THE ENTIRE LIFTGATE ($2000) WITHOUT A MILEAGE OR DATE CONDITION AND WITH THE NEW RECALL THEY NOW WILL NOT DO ANYTHING? I HAVE CONTACTED 25 OTHER EXPLORER OWNERS WITH IDENTICAL PROBLEMS. THEY TOO CAN NOT GET FORD TO REACT. THIS IS A SAFETY PROBLEM, AS I CAN NOT OPEN THE DOOR WITHOUT THE THING FALLING DOWN. I CAN EVEN SELL THE CAR NOW. PLEASE ADVISE WHAT CAN BE DONE. THANK YOU, TOM SPALDING ([email protected])
#706257
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PURCHASED USED VEHICLE 01/99 FROM FORD DEALERSHIP. WITHIN WEEKS OF PURCHASE, HEARD RATTLING FROM REAR HATCH. UPON INSPECTION, DISCOVERED LIFT BRACKET PULLING AWAY FROM LIFTGATE. RESEARCHED AND FOUND SAFETY CAMPAIGN #95I007000, HOWEVER, FORD APPARENTLY ONLY COVERED REPAIRS THROUGH 60K MILES. (THE VEHICLE HAD MORE THAN 60K MILES WHEN I BOUGHT IT.) THIS IS A POTENTIALLY SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD, AND I FIND IT VERY DISTURBING THAT THE FORD DEALERSHIP DID NOT CHECK INTO THIS SAFETY ISSUE AND REPAIR IT PRIOR TO RE-SELLING THE VEHICLE, NOR DID THEY MAKE MENTION OF THE POTENTIAL ISSUE WHEN THEY SOLD ME THE VEHICLE. THIS MIGHT HAVE DEVELOPED INTO A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WITH PERSONAL INJURY HAD I NOT NOTICED THE DEFECT MYSELF. ADDITIONALLY, THE COST TO MAKE THIS REPAIR IS ESTIMATED AROUND $200. FORD SHOULD BE REQUIRED TO DISCLOSE THIS TYPE OF INFORMATION UPON RE-SALE OF A VEHICLE IF THEY DECLINE RESPONSIBILITY FOR CORRECTING THE...
#702303
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DEFECTIVE WELD FAILED ON LEFT HYDROLIC PROP THAT HOLDS UP TAILGATE & FELL OFF CAR. RIGHT SIDE IS LOOSE. DOOR WILL NOT SHUT SECURELY UNTIL FIXED, COULD HAVE BEEN SEVERELY INJURED IF RT SIDE HAD FAILED SIMULTANEOUSLY. DEALER CLAIMED TO HAVE RE-WELDED ABOUT
#700859
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NO SUMMARY PROVIDER BY CONSUMER.
#541831
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RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD IN REFERENCE TO A POTENTIAL FAILURE OF THE BRACKET THAT RETAINS THE REAR LEFT GATE PISTON MECHANISM. FORD INFORMED ME THAT MY VEHICLE WAS BEYOND THE MILEAGE LIMIT FOR THIS REPAIR.
#822476
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THE WELDS WHICH HOLD THE LIFTGATE BRACKETS TOGETHER ARE COMING APART, CAUSING THE LIFTGATE TO COME DOWN VERY RAPIDLY. *AK
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Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
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Tires
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Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatesupport Devicestrut
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Vehicle Speed Control
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Power Trainautomatic Transmission
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Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
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Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
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Suspension
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Engine And Engine Coolingengine
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Suspensionfront
22 complaints
Electrical System
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Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
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Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
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Electrical Systemignition
20 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
18 complaints
Structurebodydoor
17 complaints
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
16 complaints
Unknown Or Other
15 complaints
Seats
13 complaints
Structurebodytailgatehinge And Attachments
13 complaints
Parking Brakeconventional
12 complaints
Power Train
12 complaints
Power Trainmanual Transmission
12 complaints
Electrical Systemwiring
11 complaints
Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack
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Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
11 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
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Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
11 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
10 complaints
Air Bagsfrontal
9 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
9 complaints
Structurebodytrunk Lid
9 complaints
Tiressidewall
9 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
9 complaints
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
9 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
8 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling
8 complaints
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
8 complaints
Wheels
8 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
7 complaints
Fuel System Gasoline
7 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
7 complaints
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
7 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
7 complaints
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments
7 complaints
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
7 complaints
Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
6 complaints
Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
6 complaints
Parking Brake
6 complaints
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
6 complaints
Service Brakes Airantilock
6 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulic
6 complaints
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
6 complaints
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
6 complaints
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
5 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
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Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
5 complaints
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
5 complaints
Power Trainaxle Hubs
5 complaints
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
5 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
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5 complaints
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
5 complaints
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
5 complaints
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
4 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
4 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
4 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
4 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
4 complaints
Steering
4 complaints
Structurebody
4 complaints
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate
4 complaints
Structurebodyhood
4 complaints
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
4 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
4 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
4 complaints
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
4 complaints
Visibilityglass Siderear
4 complaints
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
4 complaints
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3 complaints
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3 complaints
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3 complaints
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3 complaints
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3 complaints
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3 complaints
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3 complaints
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3 complaints
Power Traindrivelineuniversal Joint
3 complaints
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assisthydraulic
3 complaints
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
3 complaints
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3 complaints
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3 complaints
Suspensionrear
3 complaints
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
3 complaints
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
3 complaints
Air Bags
2 complaints
Child Seat
2 complaints
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
2 complaints
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
2 complaints
Exterior Lighting
2 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
2 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
2 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
2 complaints
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft
2 complaints
Power Trainclutch Assembly
2 complaints
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
2 complaints
Seat Beltsrearother
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
2 complaints
Steeringlinkages
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
2 complaints
Suspensionrearsprings
2 complaints
Tiresbead
2 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
2 complaints
Visibilitywindshield
2 complaints
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
2 complaints
Wheelsrim
2 complaints
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1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
1 complaint
Equipment
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
1 complaint
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
1 complaint
Fuel System Gasolinestorage
1 complaint
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblymounting
1 complaint
Fuel System Other
1 complaint
Fuel System Otherdelivery
1 complaint
Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
1 complaint
Interior Lighting
1 complaint
Latcheslockslinkages
1 complaint
Parking Brakeconventionalair
1 complaint
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanical
1 complaint
Parking Brakeindicator Light
1 complaint
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
1 complaint
Seat Belts
1 complaint
Seat Beltsfront
1 complaint
Seat Beltsfrontwebbing
1 complaint
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airdiscpads
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airsupplyhoses Linespiping And Fittings
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumdrum
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumshoeslinings
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
1 complaint
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
1 complaint
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
1 complaint
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
1 complaint
Structureframe And Members
1 complaint
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
1 complaint
Suspensionfronthub
1 complaint
Suspensionrearshock Absorber
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Visibilityrear Window Wiperwashermotor
1 complaint