Recall 97V-021: 1996–1997 Capacity Trailer Jockey

CAPACITY OF TEXAS recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Feb 18, 1997, covering about 160 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-021
Report date
Feb 18, 1997
Vehicles affected
160
Owners notified
Mar 21, 1997

The problem

Vehicle description: these vehicles were built for the u. S. Postal service. The control switch for the back-up lights were omitted during assembly.

The risk

Other vehicles or people walking behind these vehicles may not be aware that the vehicle is backing up increasing the potential for property damage or injury to pedestrians.

The fix

Postal service repair shops will be provided with a switch and wiring to connect these lights.

Notes

Owner notification:owner notification began march 21, 1997.note:if a postal service repair shop has not received the repair parts to correct their vehicles within a reasonable time free of charge, they should contact capacity of texas at 1-800-323-0135.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerCAPACITY OF TEXAS
ComponentExterior Lighting › Back Up Lights › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number97V021000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Capacity Trailer Jockey1996, 1997All 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 97V-021?

Vehicle description: these vehicles were built for the u. S. Postal service. The control switch for the back-up lights were omitted during assembly.

How is recall 97V-021 fixed?

Postal service repair shops will be provided with a switch and wiring to connect these lights.

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.