The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·22V537000·Announced 2022-07-26

Capacity Recalls 2021-2022 TJ Trucks for Steering Gear Fracture Risk

Capacity of Texas is recalling 2021-2022 TJ 5000, 6500, and 9000 trucks because incorrectly assembled steering gears may fracture, causing loss of steering control.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering gear fracture) that can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Capacity of Texas is recalling certain 2021-2022 TJ 5000, TJ 6500, and TJ 9000 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly. This assembly error can cause the gears to fracture.

A fractured steering gear can result in a loss of steering control, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific incidents of injury or death associated with this defect.

Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Capacity of Texas customer service at 1-800-323-0135 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
CAPACITY TJ 9000, TJ 6500, TJ 5000
Brand
CAPACITY
Manufacturer
Capacity of Texas
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
58

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • TJ 9000
  • TJ 6500
  • TJ 5000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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