Chipper (Ox Bodies) – Body Structure Problem (2022)
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 OX BODIES CHIPPER
Brand
OX BODIES
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Ox Bodies, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 OX BODIES CHIPPER vehicles due to structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments issues. An insufficient weld may cause the rear hinge assembly to fail, increasing the risk of an injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Ox Bodies, Inc. (Ox Bodies) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Stampede, Maverick, Chisholm, Trash Body, Flat Dump, Stock Yard, Load King, Aluminum, Chipper, Chisholm Lite, Frontier, and Trailmaker dump bodies. The weld in the rear hinge assemblies of the dump bodies may be insufficient.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An insufficient weld may cause the rear hinge assembly to fail, increasing the risk of an injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Ox Bodies will repair the rear hinge assembly welds, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Ox Bodies' customer service at 1-205-932-5720.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026