Investigation EA99004: 1992–1994 Ford Explorer

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jan 15, 1999

Closed

Apr 18, 2000

Model years

1992–1994

Subject

Blower assembly fires

Component: Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system

Summary

Based on the relatively low failure frequency measured over an extended exposure time and the fact that the great majoity of incidents are confined within the blower housing, a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of the agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take furthe action if warranted by the circumstances.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1994 Ford Explorer1,207 complaints
• 1993 Ford Explorer939 complaints
• 1992 Ford Explorer633 complaints