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NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2000 Ford Explorer

The Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) is an office within the NHTSA which investigates serious safety problems in the design, construction or performance of vehicles. The NHTSA is authorized to order manufacturers to recall and repair vehicles, if the ODI finds a safety issue. NHTSA investigations for the 2000 Ford Explorer, both ongoing and closed, are listed below:

1. INVESTIGATION: SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD

   NHTSA #DP05005

   Status:

   CLOSED

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2. INVESTIGATION: SEAT BELT WEBBING

   NHTSA #EA01008

   Status:

   CLOSED

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4. INVESTIGATION: SEAT BELT WEBBING

   NHTSA #PE00044

   Status:

   CLOSED

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5. INVESTIGATION: FRONT SEAT BACK RECLINER ATTACHMENT

   NHTSA #PE03020

   Status:

   RECALLED

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