Recall 79V-097: 1975–1977 Tuff Boy Tuff BOY

TUFF BOY, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Apr 16, 1979, covering about 146 vehicles.

NHTSA number
79V-097
Report date
Apr 16, 1979
Vehicles affected
146
Owners notified
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The problem

Certification labels on certain trailers fail to reflect the gross vehicle weight rating as specified.

The fix

Certification labels containing the correct information will be installed without charge to owners.

Notes

Vehicle description: trailers.system: equipment; certification labels.consequences of defect: the lack of this information could lead to overloadingof vehicle in exceeding the gross vehicle weight rating. This could result indeformity to the vehicle, loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: prior warning of failure would include any indication of deflection ofthe vehicle frame or axle members.

Recall details

ManufacturerTUFF BOY, INC.
ComponentEquipment › Other › Labels
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number79V097000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Tuff Boy Tuff BOY1975, 1976, 1977All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 79V-097?

Certification labels on certain trailers fail to reflect the gross vehicle weight rating as specified.

How is recall 79V-097 fixed?

Certification labels containing the correct information will be installed without charge to owners.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.