Paccar/dana spicer/tandem drive axle
Defect Summary
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with replacement dana spicer tandem drive axle models ds463 and ds521, installed on vehicles from may 1, 2001 through february 1, 2002, an undersized attachment weld may fracture without warning.
Safety Consequence
The loss of this attachment to the vehicle chassis can adversely affect vehicle handling or driver control.
Corrective Action
Dana is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. the dealers will remove the suspect bracket, inspect the axle housing, and reweld the bracket to the axle housing. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact dana at 616-567-1088 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 02V061001
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V061001?
NHTSA recall 02V061001 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on February 27, 2002. It addresses: Paccar/dana spicer/tandem drive axle. The recall affects approximately 116 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V061001 or the manufacturer campaign number 02KW3. 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.