Transport CanadaHigh Risk
1996 FORD THUNDERBIRDTransport Canada Recall #1996071
The official notice
Defect
THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S 206 - DOOR LATCHES, HINGES AND LOCKS. THE DRIVER'S DOOR, WHEN CLOSED ONLY TO THE SECONDARY LATCHED POSITION, MAY NOT SUSTAIN A 1000 POUND TRANSVERSE LOAD AS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
DRIVER DOOR LATCH WILL BE INSPECTED AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACED.
3,296 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 96S38Updated June 10, 2026