CAPACITY TJ 5000 2023: STEERING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V545000

Make Model Year
CAPACITY TJ 5000 2023
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-08-16 2024-07-23 2024-07-23

Manufacturers Involved: Capacity of Texas

Component: STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 865

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

Summary

Capacity of Texas "Capacity of Texas" is recalling certain 2023 TJ Series "5000, 6500, and 9000" vehicles. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.

Consequence

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the defective gears, free of charge. Owners may contact Capacity of Texas customer service at 1-800-323-0135.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.