NHTSA Recall 04V349000: Switch (exterior lighting)
CAPACITY OF TEXAS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 2003 Capacity Trailer Jockey.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V349000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS › SWITCH |
| Report received | July 2, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain vehicles equipped with bendix sl4 stop light switches, improper lubrication was applied to the piston mechanism in the switch.
Safety risk
This lack of proper lubrication can cause the switch to stick, resulting in the vehicle stop lamps staying illuminated or failing to extinguish promptly. If the stop lamps fail to perform as designed, a crash could result without warning.
Remedy
Bendix will notify its customers and provide a free remedy. Bendix has not yet provided the agency with a notification and remedy schedule. Owners should contact capacity at 903-759-0610.
Notes
Customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s auto safety outline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V349000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Capacity Trailer Jockey | 2003 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.