Safety Recall NHTSA · 78E021000 Reported June 16, 1978

Equipment:jacks

Mansfield Tire & Rubber C · Equipment · 1,200 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78E021000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
1,200
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
June 16, 1978

Defect Summary

The involved jacks may fail when off center loading is attempted on the saddle. This defect was uncovered when the jack was safety tested.

Corrective Action

Jack will be modified with a conversion kit to ensure safe operation.

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 Mansfield Tire & Rubber C dealer and reference recall ID 78E021000 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 78E021000

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

What is recall 78E021000?

NHTSA recall 78E021000 was issued by Mansfield Tire & Rubber C on June 16, 1978. It addresses: Equipment:jacks. The recall affects approximately 1,200 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mansfield Tire & Rubber C dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78E021000 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.