Transport CanadaHigh Risk
1997 FORD EXPEDITIONTransport Canada Recall #2000079
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the trailer hitch assembly attachment bolts may lose clamp load. If the operator does not notice the condition due to rattle or other looseness of the trailer hitch assembly, there is a potential for the trailer hitch to separate from the vehicle.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Trailer hitch mounting bolts and nut plates will be replaced with higher strength mounting bolts and nut plates installed at a higher torque and including an adhesive patch.
23,801 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 00S05Updated June 10, 2026