The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·23V219000·Announced 2023-03-30

Capacity Recalls 2020-2023 TJ 5000 Trucks for Steering Axle Fastener Defect

Capacity of Texas is recalling 2020-2023 TJ 5000 vehicles because front-drive steer axle fasteners may loosen, potentially causing axle separation and loss of vehicle control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steer axle separation) that can result in loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Capacity of Texas is recalling certain 2020-2023 TJ 5000 vehicles due to a defect in the front-drive steer axle fasteners. These fasteners may loosen, which can result in the complete separation of the axle assembly joints.

The separation of the steer axle assembly can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects 53 vehicles in total.

Dealers will inspect and replace the pro-torque nut keeper on the steer axle assembly free of charge. The recall began on May 10, 2023. 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 5000
Brand
CAPACITY
Manufacturer
Capacity of Texas
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
53

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 (1)

  • TJ 5000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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