If a ball stud fractures, the liftgate will not remain inthe open position. Bodily injury could result if the liftgate drops whilesomeone is under it.

Structure — Body — Hatchback/Liftgate — Support Device/Strut

Date Announced
AUG 19, 1991
Vehicles Affected
112,000
NHTSA Campaign #
91V136000
Summary
Some liftgate gas cylinder-to-body attachment ball studs may fracture in either the open or closed position.
Actions
Replace the gas cylinder-to-body attachment ball studs.
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