1991 Ford Explorer

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

11 recalls · 17 investigations · oldest first

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   1990-05-09Visibility90V098000 If sunroof glass is removed and reinstalled by vehicle operator, hinge assemblies can be accidentally improperly mated.

   Remedy: Install revised sunroof hinges that will adequately retain sunroof assembly.

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   1991-03-06Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-07-22 Throttle release failure
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   1991-03-26Fuel system, gasoline91V024000 The front heat shield may contact the front of the plastic fuel tank, causing cuts or other damage to the extent of penetration.

   Remedy: Relocate the heat shield; inspect and replace damaged fuel fuel tanks.

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   1991-03-26Fuel system, gasoline91V025000 The hot plate weld which attaches the vapor vent valve carrier to the top of the plastic fuel tank may partially fracture, allowing vapor of fuel to escape from the top of the tank.

   Remedy: Fuel tank will be removed and inspected for weld integrity. Fuel tanks with inadequate welds will be replaced.

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   1991-03-26Structure91V026000 Rear bumper reinforcement may be subject to fatigue cracking under extended trailer tow service when using a bumper-mounted trailer hitch ball.

   Remedy: Install two brackets to reinforce the bumper.

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   1991-06-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-03 Vacuum boostr valve fails
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   1991-07-17Engineering analysisClosed 1992-04-10 Throttle release failure
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   1991-09-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-11-08 Park pawl bending
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   1991-10-03Engineering analysisClosed 1992-08-17 Vacuum boostr valve fails
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    1992-03-02Power train91V189000 When the automatic transmission shift lever is placed in the park position, the park pawl does not always abut or engage the park gear.

    Remedy: Repair the transmission with a new park pawl.

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    1992-03-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-08-31 Whl separation/torque loss
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    1992-10-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-02-26 Front seat track failure
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    1992-10-30Seat belts92V113000 The rigid mounted safety belt buckles are defective in three ways. First, a fastened safety belt buckle will not unlatch when the release button is depressed. This results from interference between…

    Remedy: Ford will replace the rigid mounted safety belt buckles with end release safety belt buckles designed to prevent latch problems.

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    1993-01-15Engineering analysisClosed 1994-01-06 Throttle sticking
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    1994-06-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-08-31 Engine cooling fan cracks
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    1995-01-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-06-19 Brake master cylinder/booster separation
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    1995-06-19Engineering analysisClosed 1996-04-02 Separation of master cylinder
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    1995-10-25Structure95I007000 Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency.…

    Remedy: Ford dealers will reinforce the bracket attachments.

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    1996-03-22Service brakes, hydraulic96V024001 The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.

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    1997-05-23Engineering analysisClosed 1998-01-20 Sunroof shattering and separation
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    1997-10-29Recall queryClosed 1999-04-01 Parking pawl
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    1998-01-06Defect petitionClosed 1998-02-04 Heavy lateral vibration
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    1998-03-02Structure97V235001 Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof. The sunroof glass panel assembly can separate while the vehicle is moving due to incorrect hinge…

    Remedy: Owners will be provided with an instruction booklet which thoroughly outlines, with illustrations, the proper procedures for the removal, storage, and reinstallation of the sunroof's glass panel. A…

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    1999-07-29Recall queryOpen Liftgate support bracket failure
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    1999-11-30Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-04-14 Spare tire winch cable
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    2000-04-14Engineering analysisClosed 2000-10-20 Spare tire winch cable
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    2000-08-26Tires00T005000 Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size P235/75R15, produced at the decatur, Illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx ii tires, size P235/75R15. Operation of these…

    Remedy: The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on August 29, 2001. However, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance.

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    2001-06-04Tires01X001000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Equipment description: Ford is replacing all firestone…

    Remedy: The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on March 31, 2002. However, customers can contact Ford at 1-877-917-3673 or go on-line to www.Ford.com for possible assistance.

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Is the 1991 Ford Explorer reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Ford Explorer is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Ford Explorer?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Ford Explorer have?

11 recalls on file for this model year.