Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V514000 Reported October 3, 2008

Truck tool box lid

Q: What is recall 08V514000?

NHTSA recall 08V514000 was issued by Ox Bodies, Inc. on October 3, 2008. It addresses: Truck tool box lid. The recall affects approximately 221 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Ox Bodies, Inc. · N/A · 221 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

08V514000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Ox Bodies, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

221

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

October 3, 2008

Defect Summary

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 Consequence

A falling tool box lid may strike following vehicles increasing the risk of property damage, injury, or a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Ox Bodies, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 08V514000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 08V514000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V514000?

NHTSA recall 08V514000 was issued by Ox Bodies, Inc. on October 3, 2008. It addresses: Truck tool box lid. The recall affects approximately 221 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ox Bodies, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V514000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.