Recall 99V-033: 1996–1997 Capacity Bus Chassis
CAPACITY OF TEXAS recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Apr 6, 1999, covering about 70 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: bus chassis equipped with spicer 6,000 or 8,000 lb. Front steer axles. The tie rod end can pull outboard and separate from the tie rod tube due to improper thread engagement between the male tie rod end and the female tube.
The risk
Separation of the tie rod end could result in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Spicer is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the complete tie rod assembly.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during april 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact capacity of texas at 1-903-759-0610 or spicer at 1-219-483-7174.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CAPACITY OF TEXAS |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V033002 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity Bus Chassis | 1996, 1997 | All 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 99V-033?
Vehicle description: bus chassis equipped with spicer 6,000 or 8,000 lb. Front steer axles. The tie rod end can pull outboard and separate from the tie rod tube due to improper thread engagement between the male tie rod end and the female tube.
How is recall 99V-033 fixed?
Spicer is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the complete tie rod assembly.
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.