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NHTSARecalled Mar 24, 2015 · #15V171000

Interior Door Handle Return Spring may Unseat

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. 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.

Product details

Product
  • Interior Door Handle Return Spring may Unseat
  • 2011-2013 Explorer
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
2013 Explorer
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice