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Ford Recall 99S18: Ford/Secondary Hood Latch
1999 Ford Explorer
If this occurs and the primary hood latch is either not engaged or is released, a hood fly-up could occur.
Latches/Locks/Linkages — Hood — Latch
- Summary
- Vehicle description: Sport utility vehicles. The secondary hood latch may corrode at the latch pivot and stick in the open position.
- Actions
- Dealers will install a secondary hood latch with components that are coated prior to assembly for improved latch pivot corrosion protection.
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