Ford Explorer: Other

Affects Ford Explorer · 2002 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

On certain vehicles, the right side tires may have horizontal cuts on the edge of the tread that could have occurred during vehicle assembly. Over time the tire could fail increasing the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealers will inspect the tires and if any slices are found, those tires will be replaced.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational