Carlisle-walker/lighting
Defect Summary
The affected trucks use a spliced cable for carrying electrical power to the rear lighting system. Certain shrink tubing used to cover the splice permits corrision of the electrical cable.
Safety Consequence
This condition can result in the loss of lights on both the milk tank and the truck chassis increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the shrink tubing and the splice will be re-covered.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Walker Stnls.equip.co,inc or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 96V061000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 96V061000?
NHTSA recall 96V061000 was issued by Walker Stnls.equip.co,inc on April 19, 1996. It addresses: Carlisle-walker/lighting. The recall affects approximately 123 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Walker Stnls.equip.co,inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 96V061000 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.