Windstar V6-232 3.8L (1995)
Technical Service Bulletin # 97S88
Date: 971101
Recall - Hood Separation Inspection/Repair
Bulletin:
97S88
November, 1997
Subject:
Safety Recall 97S88 - 1995-96 Windstar & 1994-96 Mustang Hood Separation
AFFECTED VEHICLES
All 1995-96 Windstar and 1994-96 Mustang vehicles with SMC (Sheet Molded Compound) hoods built prior to 12/31/95.
To: All Ford and Lincoln/Mercury Dealers
REASONS FOR RECALL
Certain low speed accidents which do not result in visible damage to the outer hood may cause damage to the adhesive bond between the inner and outer
hood panels. Driving at highway speed after such an impact may result in an open gap at the leading edge of the hood. The air forced between the inner
and outer panels at this gap can produce enough pressure that in some cases may result in total separation between the inner and outer hood panels.
SERVICE ACTION
The leading edge of the hoods panels on the affected vehicles will be inspected for damage to the bond. If the bond is not separated, the bond area
between the hood panels will be cleaned and a reinforcing adhesive applied to the bond area. If any part of the bond is separated, the hood may (See
Attachment II "Prior Approval" instruction) be replaced with a new hood assembly.
QUESTIONS?
Claims Information 1-800-423-8851
Other Recall Questions 1-800-325-5621
Attachments
Attachment I
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Administrative Information
Attachment II
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Labor Allowances
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Parts Ordering Information
Attachment III
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Technical Information
Administrative Information
ATTACHMENT I
Safety Recall 97588
1995-96 Windstar & 1994-96 Mustang Hood Separation
OASIS
You must use OASIS to determine if a vehicle is eligible for this recall.
PLEASE NOTE
Correct all vehicles in stock before delivery. Federal law requires dealers to complete any outstanding safety recall service before a new vehicle is
delivered to the buyer or lessee. Violation of this requirement by a dealer could result in a civil penalty of up to $1,100 per vehicle.
PROMPTLY CORRECT
Affected vehicles on the enclosed list.
Other eligible vehicles which are brought to your dealership.