NHTSA Recall 08V514000: Equipment
OX BODIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 221 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ox Bodies F750 Flat Bed.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V514000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | October 3, 2008 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ox bodies is recalling 221 my 2004-2008 f750 flat bed and flat dump vehicles supplied to dycom industries on which tool boxes with lids opening to 180 degrees were installed. The tool box lid may detach from a moving vehicle and fall to the ground.
Safety risk
A falling tool box lid may strike following vehicles increasing the risk of property damage, injury, or a crash.
Remedy
Ox bodies will replace the hinges on the affected tool box lids and support chains will be added for additional safety. Ox bodies is working with dycom industries, who purchased these vehicles, to have these vehicles repaired. The recall is expected to begin during october 2008. Owners may contact ox bodies at 1-205-932-5720.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V514000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ox Bodies F750 Flat Bed | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Ox Bodies F750 Flat Dump | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
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.