Recall 97V-198: 1989–1995 OX Bodies Dump Body, 1989–1995 OX Bodies Flat BED Body

OX BODIES, INC. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Nov 4, 1997, covering about 5,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-198
Report date
Nov 4, 1997
Vehicles affected
5,000
Owners notified
Nov 15, 1997

The problem

Vehicle description: 8' to 22' dump and flat bed bodies. The combination clearance lamp/side markers on the side of the bodies do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

The risk

These lamps may not be visible at certain positions to the rear of the vehicle, with the possibility that a person driving behind the vehicle may have trouble determining its overall width.

The fix

Owners will be provided with free, new rear clearance lamps for installation on the rear of the dump/flat bed bodies.

Notes

Owner notification began november 15, 1997.owners who do not receive the free new replacement clearance lamps within a reasonable time should contact ox bodies at 1-205-932-5720.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerOX BODIES, INC.
ComponentExterior Lighting
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number97V198000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
OX Bodies Dump Body1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995All years
OX Bodies Flat BED Body1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995All 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-198?

Vehicle description: 8' to 22' dump and flat bed bodies. The combination clearance lamp/side markers on the side of the bodies do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

How is recall 97V-198 fixed?

Owners will be provided with free, new rear clearance lamps for installation on the rear of the dump/flat bed bodies.

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.