NHTSARecalled Mar 24, 2015 · #15V171000
Interior Door Handle Return Spring may Unseat
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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
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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.