Explorer Van Company, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03V016000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V016000 by Explorer Van Company, Inc.. Includes 2,600 affected units, EXPLORER VAN/RUNNING BOARD LIGHTING, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain conversion vans equipped with running boards supplied by prodesign, inc., that incorporate a courtesy light, exposure to excessive moisture and road salt, a high resistance arc can occur in the wiring of the courtesy light. when this occurs, the light wires can overheat to the point where they may melt the running board.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the courtesy light. Owner notification began january 23, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact explorer van at 1-800-926-7878.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V016000

Manufacturer: Explorer Van Company, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-01-23T00:00:00

Subject: Explorer van/running board lighting

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 2,600

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain conversion vans equipped with running boards supplied by prodesign, inc., that incorporate a courtesy light, exposure to excessive moisture and road salt, a high resistance arc can occur in the wiring of the courtesy light. when this occurs, the light wires can overheat to the point where they may melt the running board.

Consequence Summary: This could potentially lead to a fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the courtesy light. Owner notification began january 23, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact explorer van at 1-800-926-7878.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 03V016000

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Created At: 1742808662

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