Safety Recall NHTSA · 78E004000 Reported March 15, 1978

Equipment:certification label

Major Way · Equipment · 12 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78E004000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
12
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
March 15, 1978

Defect Summary

The involved campers fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 126, "truck camper loading". The actual weight of the camper may exceed the weight stated on the certification label.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install a label indicating the proper camper weight.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Major Way dealer and reference recall ID 78E004000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 78E004000

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

What is recall 78E004000?

NHTSA recall 78E004000 was issued by Major Way on March 15, 1978. It addresses: Equipment:certification label. The recall affects approximately 12 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Major Way dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78E004000 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.